things to do in Adelaide

There are plenty of things around the city, so many places to see, take a look at the list of things to do in Adelaide Australia.

Destinations / Australia / Adelaide

City Highlights

Adelaide Convention Centre:
State-of-the-art convention and event venue, offering modern facilities and versatile spaces for conferences, exhibitions, and meetings. 
Opening hours: Varies,
Address: North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000,
Website: www.adelaidecc.com.au,
Phone: +61 8 8212 4099

Adelaide Festival Centre:
Cultural hub and performing arts venue, featuring a range of shows and events throughout the year, including theatre, dance, music, and comedy. 
Opening hours: Varies,
Address: King William Rd, Adelaide SA 5000,
Website: www.adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au,
Phone: +61 8 8216 8600, 
Bookings: www.bass.net.au

Adelaide Town Hall:
Town Hall is a historic building that serves as the city’s premier venue for civic events, weddings, and concerts, featuring a grand auditorium and beautiful architecture. 
Opening hours: Varies,
Address: 128 King William St, Adelaide SA 5000,
Phone: +61 8 8203 7203

National Wine Centre of Australia:
It is a wine education and tourism center showcasing Australia’s wine industry, featuring a wine tasting room, exhibitions, and an on-site restaurant offering local cuisine paired with wine. 
Opening hours: 10am-5pm daily,
Tickets: from $10 (depending on tour and tasting options),
Address: Corner of Hackney Rd and Botanic Rd, Adelaide SA 5000,
Website: www.wineaustralia.com.au, Phone: +61 8 8313 3355 |

Places of Worship

Adelaide Mosque:
Opening hours: Open for prayers ,
Address: 20 Little Gilbert St, Adelaide SA 5000 ,
Phone: +61 8 8212 7730

St Peter’s Cathedral:
Opening hours: Varies ,
Address: 27 King William Rd, North Adelaide SA 5006 ,
Phone: +61 8 8267 4551 ,
Website: https://www.stpeters-cathedral.org.au/

St. Francis Xavier’s Catholic Cathedral:
Opening hours: Varies ,
Address: 39 Wakefield St, Adelaide SA 5000 ,
Phone: +61 8 8210 8200

Museums and Galleries

Adelaide Gaol:
Adelaide Gaol is a former prison now turned museum that offers guided tours showcasing its history and stories of the prisoners who lived there. 
Opening hours: 10am-4pm daily,
Tickets: Adult $15, Reduced $9-$13 (depending on concessions),
Address: 18 Gaol Rd, Thebarton SA 5031,
Website: www.adelaidegaol.sa.gov.au,
Phone: +61 8 8231 4062

Art Gallery of South Australia:
Art Gallery of South Australia is a leading art museum featuring an impressive collection of Australian, Indigenous, and international art, from paintings and sculptures to installations and contemporary art. 
Opening hours: 10am-5pm daily,
Tickets: Free entry, some exhibitions may have a fee,
Address: North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000,
Phone: +61 8 8207 7000,
Website: www.agsa.sa.gov.au

Ayers House Museum:
Ayers House Museum is a 19th-century mansion turned museum, featuring collections of antique furniture, decorative arts, and historic costumes. 
Opening hours: 10am-4pm Tuesday-Saturday,
Tickets: Adult $10, Reduced $5-$8 (depending on concessions),
Address: 288 North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000,
Website: www.ayershousemuseum.org.au,
Phone: +61 8 8223 1234

Bay Discovery Centre:
Bay Discovery Centre is a local museum exploring the history of the Glenelg area, showcasing a range of exhibits and interactive displays. 
Opening hours: 10am-4pm daily,
Tickets: Donation,
Address: 1 Moseley Square, Glenelg SA 5045,
Phone: +61 8 8179 9500,
Website: www.marion.sa.gov.au/things-to-do/bay-discovery-centre, 

Migration Museum:
Migration Museum is a museum dedicated to showcasing the stories and experiences of migration to South Australia, featuring exhibitions and interactive displays. 
Opening hours: 10am-5pm Tuesday-Saturday,
Address: 82 Kintore Ave, Adelaide SA 5000,
Website: www.migration.history.sa.gov.au,
Tickets: Free entry,
Phone: +61 8 8207 7580

National Railway Museum:
National Railway Museum is a museum dedicated to showcasing Australia’s railway history, featuring an extensive collection of locomotives, carriages, and other railway artifacts. 
Opening hours: 10am-4:30pm daily,
Tickets: Adult $12, Child $6,
Address: 76 Lipson St, Port Adelaide SA 5015,
Website: www.natrailmuseum.org.au,
Phone: +61 8 8341 1690

South Australian Museum:
South Australian Museum is a natural history museum that features collections of Aboriginal and Pacific artifacts, Australian fauna and fossils, and minerals and meteorites. 
Opening hours: 10am-5pm daily,
Tickets: Free entry, some exhibitions may have a fee,
Address: North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000, 
Website: www.samuseum.sa.gov.au,
Phone: +61 8 8207 7500,

South Australian Maritime Museum:
South Australian Maritime Museum is a museum showcasing the state’s maritime history, with collections of historic vessels, artifacts, and interactive displays. 
Opening hours: 10am-5pm daily,
Tickets: Adult $15, Child $6,
Address: 126 Lipson St, Port Adelaide SA 5015, 
Website: www.maritime.history.sa.gov.au,
Phone: +61 8 8207 6255

Shopping

Adelaide Arcade:
It is a heritage shopping arcade in the heart of the city with over 70 specialty stores, fashion boutiques, and cafes. 
Opening hours: 9am-5:30pm Monday-Saturday, 11am-5pm Sunday,
Address: 112-118 Grenfell St, Adelaide SA 5000,
Phone: +61 8 8212 4248,
Website: https://www.adelaidearcade.com.au/

Adelaide Central Market: 
A bustling marketplace offering a wide range of fresh local produce, gourmet food, and specialty products. 
Opening hours: 7am-5:30pm Tuesday, Thursday & Friday, 9am-5pm Saturday, 10am-3pm Sunday,
Address: 44-60 Gouger St, Adelaide SA 5000,
Phone: +61 8 8203 7494,
Website: https://www.adelaidecentralmarket.com.au/

Adelaide Farmers’ Market: 
A weekly market featuring fresh, seasonal, and locally produced food. 
Opening hours: 9am-1pm Sunday,
Address: Adelaide Showground, Leader St, Wayville SA 5034, 
Phone: +61 8 8212 3999,
Website: https://adelaidefarmersmarket.com.au/

Rundle Mall:
Pedestrian shopping precinct with a mix of local and international brands. 
Opening hours: 9am-5:30pm Monday-Wednesday, Friday, 9am-7pm Thursday, 9am-5pm Saturday, 11am-5pm Sunday,
Address: Rundle Mall, Adelaide SA 5000,
Website: https://rundlemall.com/

Activities

Adventure Rooms Adelaide:
An exciting escape room experience in Adelaide, offering a range of challenging puzzles and mysteries to solve, 
Opening hours: 10am-10pm Monday-Sunday, 
Tickets: Varies, 
Address: 75 King William Rd, Goodwood SA 5034, Adelaide, Australia
Website: https://adventurerooms.com.au/adelaide/
Phone: +61 8 8357 4341, 

BOUNCEinc Adelaide:
BOUNCEinc is a trampoline park in Adelaide, with variety of activities such as trampoline dodgeball, slam dunk, and free jump. 
Opening hours: 10am-8pm Monday-Thursday, 10am-9pm Friday-Saturday, 10am-6pm Sunday,  
Tickets: $10-24 | 
Address: 164-168 Richmond Rd, Marleston SA 5033 ,
Website: https://bounceinc.com.au/locations/sa/adelaide,
Phone: +61 8 8352 5111, 

Beaches

Glenelg Beach:
Popular beach destination with a long stretch of sand, jetty, playground, and cafes.
Address: Jetty Rd, Glenelg SA 5045

Henley Beach:
Beautiful sandy beach with crystal clear water, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and beachside dining.
Address: Seaview Rd, Henley Beach SA 5022

Semaphore Beach:
Family-friendly beach with white sand, calm waters, and a long jetty for fishing and crabbing.
Address: Semaphore Rd, Semaphore SA 5019

Parks and Outdoor

Adelaide Botanic Garden:
Beautiful garden with a diverse range of plant species, including a tropical rainforest and a Mediterranean garden.
Opening hours: 7:15am-7pm daily,
Address: North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Website: www.botanicgardens.sa.gov.au,
Phone: +61 8 8222 9311

Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary:
Protected area for wild dolphins, where visitors can take a guided kayak tour to see these beautiful creatures up close,
Address: Port River, Adelaide SA 5015,
Website: www.environment.sa.gov.au/topics/water/dolphin-sanctuary,
Phone: +61 8 8341 1690

Adelaide Himeji Garden:
Japanese garden with a teahouse, bamboo forest, and water features, offering a serene and peaceful experience,
Opening hours: 9am-5pm daily,
Address: South Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000,
Website: www.adelaidecitycouncil.com/explore-the-city/parks-open-spaces/himeji-garden,
Phone: +61 8 8207 7520

Adelaide Oval:
Multi-purpose stadium with a rich history, hosting sports matches and major events,
Address: War Memorial Dr, North Adelaide SA 5006,
Website: www.adelaideoval.com.au,
Phone: +61 8 8211 1100, 

Adelaide Park Lands:
Large green spaces surrounding the city center, perfect for picnics, sports, and outdoor activities, 
Address: Adelaide SA 5000,
Website: www.adelaideparklands.com.au

Adelaide Zoo:
Zoo with a wide range of animal species, including pandas, lions, and kangaroos, offering interactive experiences and educational programs,
Opening hours: 9:30am-5pm daily,
Address: Frome Rd, Adelaide SA 5000,
Website: www.adelaidezoo.com.au,
Phone: +61 8 8267 3255

Belair National Park:
National park with hiking trails, picnic areas, and stunning scenery, located just a short drive from Adelaide,
Address: Belair SA 5052,
Website: https://www.parks.sa.gov.au/parks/belair-national-park,
Phone: +61 8 8339 2444

Bicentennial Conservatory:
Large conservatory housing a diverse range of plants from different climates, including a rainforest and a desert area,
Opening hours: 10am-4pm daily,
Address: Hackney Rd, Adelaide SA 5000,
Website: www.botanicgardens.sa.gov.au,
Phone: +61 8 8222 9311

Cleland Wildlife Park:
Park with a wide range of Australian wildlife, including kangaroos, koalas, and emus, offering interactive experiences and educational programs,
Opening hours: 9:30am-5pm daily,
Address: 365 Mount Lofty Summit Rd, Crafers SA 5152,
Website: www.clelandwildlifepark.sa.gov.au,
Phone: +61 8 8339 2444,

Elder Park:
Beautiful park on the banks of the River Torrens, featuring a rotunda, a playground, and stunning views of the city,
Address: King William Rd, Adelaide SA 5000,
Website: www.adelaidecitycouncil.com/explore-the-city/parks-open-spaces/elder-park

Victoria Square Tarntanyangga:
Large public square in the heart of the Adelaide, Australia, featuring a fountain, a statue,