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You can be sure that whatever your holiday ideal and whichever season you arrive in, Adelaide has something special for you.
The Adelaide and Surrounds region of South Australia provides an abundance of attractions
and experiences that be enjoyed by staying any of the
14 Bed & Breakfast
and Farmstay
accommodation options we provide.
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In a city of a million people, where all in the space of one day you can:
- Tantalise the taste buds on a guided tasting tour of the bustling Central Markets, or dine in a cafe or restaurant on a meal cooked by some of Australia's best chefs.
- Explore Adelaide’s 'cultural boulevard' North Terrace or maybe there is a Festival on - Festival of Arts, Film Festival, Womadelaide, Tour Down Under and many, many more.
- Have a little 'retail therapy' in Rundle Mall or tee off from the Adelaide Golf Links in the heart of the city.
- Explore the seaside suburbs only minutes from the city with great seafood restaurants and casual dining.
- Visit Historic Port Adelaide, home of the magnificent Maritime Museum and Tall Ships.
- Stroll through the majestic Botanic Gardens, established in 1857 right in the heart of the city.
- Explore Aboriginal Art and Culture at Tandanya.
- Visit the National Wine Centre and taste wines from all over Australia.
Whether it's romance, adventure or relaxation you seek, Adelaide offers something for everyone! The wine and festival capital of Australia, Adelaide is a place to experience the buzz, culture and convenience of a big city without the frustrations. The city centre, surrounded by parklands, is a charming blend of historic buildings, wide streets, groovy shops and a huge variety of street cafes and restaurants. Because Adelaide is known as the 20-minute city, you can experience it all on a series of easy short walks.
Events:
Festivals and events occur throughout the year and include the Clipsal 500 Adelaide V8 race, the international music festival WOMADelaide and the Tour Down Under. The Adelaide Bank Festival of Arts is one of the most innovative arts festivals in the world, while the Adelaide Fringe is now the second biggest in the world.
Taste the Adelaide Central Market:
Join thousands of people buying, selling and tasting the best of South Australia at the Adelaide Central Market, the largest undercover market in the southern hemisphere.
Glenelg Trams:
Enjoy a ride on Adelaide’s tram from the city centre to historic, beachside Glenelg, where you will find a great beach, jetty and lively shops, cafes and restaurants along Jetty Road
Port Adelaide and Semaphore:
Visit the South Australian Maritime Museum and take a short cruise to see the Port River dolphins, then enjoy the seaside village atmosphere of Semaphore, with the majestic Palais and a long boulevard of antique shops, cafes, bakeries and pubs.
Botany Bounty, the Adelaide Botanic Garden:
Marvel at native and exotic flora displays and 5000 roses at the International Rose Garden and stroll through a lush tropical rainforest in the Bicentennial Conservatory.
The South Australian Museum:
Explore the world's largest collection of indigenous artefacts in the Australian Aboriginal Cultures Gallery and a wide range of interesting and educational exhibits. For contemporary Aboriginal culture, head a few blocks away to Tandanya, the National Aboriginal Cultural Institute.
The Art Gallery of South Australia:
The Art Gallery of South Australia holds one of the best Australian colonial art collections in the world, Western Desert dot paintings and works by Sir Hans Heysen, Tom Roberts and Frederick McCubbin.
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