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Edged by the Mount Lofty ranges and the long white sands of the Gulf of St Vincent, the style of the city, influenced by Australia’s first free settlers, is still very much in evidence as gracious stone buildings pepper the streets and you will never stray far from open green parkland.

A great charm, and indeed calm, infuses the city and it can be easily explored on foot. The cultural centre lies in a string of commanding public buildings that run between the grand, old tree-lined North Terrace and the River Torrens, while the north of the city is a lattice of blue stone cottages and thriving alfresco restaurants.

Adelaide Hills

The gorgeous Adelaide Hills, draped in steep vineyards amidst acres of bushland and bustling upcountry towns, are less than half an hour by car from the city and offer a superb alternative to a stay in the centre itself.

Glenelg, reached by a vintage tramline, is a cheerful seaside resort where open-air cafés are set around a lovely swimming beach and is the ideal place to while away time.

The city prides itself on being the artistic capital of Australia, especially at the time of the acclaimed Adelaide Festival, and the Australian Aboriginal Cultures Gallery houses an extensive collection of artefacts and artworks.

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Suggested itineraries featuring Adelaide

Our itineraries will give you suggestions for what is possible when you travel in Adelaide, and they showcase routes we know work particularly well. Treat them as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.

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    Our expert guides to exploring Adelaide

    Written by our specialists from their own experiences of visiting Adelaide, these guides will help you make the most of your time there. We share both our practical recommendations and the best ways to appreciate Adelaide at its best.

    • Classic railway journeys in Australia: The Ghan vs the Indian Pacific
      The Ghan, Darwin

      Classic railway journeys in Australia: The Ghan vs the Indian Pacific

      Classic railway journeys in Australia: The Ghan vs the Indian Pacific

      Australia by train? Yes: the country hosts two of the world’s greatest routes, The Ghan and the Indian Pacific. But, what are the differences between them? Our specialists explain. Either way, expect Outback scenery and great on-board dining and hospitality.

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    • Self-drive holidays in Australia: beyond the Great Ocean Road
      Australian road sign

      Self-drive holidays in Australia: beyond the Great Ocean Road

      Self-drive holidays in Australia: beyond the Great Ocean Road

      The ultimate Australian road trip? A myth — this is a country of many great drives. We talk you through alternative routes to the Great Ocean Road in traditionally quieter areas of Australia: the southwest, South Australia, and the Top End.

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    Accommodation choices for Adelaide

    We've selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Adelaide. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.

    Ideas for experiencing Adelaide

    Our specialists seek out authentic ways to get to know the places that could feature in your trip. These activities reflect some of the experiences they've most enjoyed while visiting Adelaide, and which use the best local guides.

    • Wine Tour of the Barossa Valley
      Barossa Valley

      Wine Tour of the Barossa Valley

      Wine Tour of the Barossa Valley

      Tailor your own personal guided tour to the heart of Australia's wine industry, sampling the food and wine that interests you the most as you journey into the Barossa Valley.

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    • Coastal safaris
      Sea lion at Baird Bay, Eyre Peninsula

      Coastal safaris

      Coastal safaris

      David Doudle has a contagious passion for exploring and his home is the breathtaking undiscovered coastline of the Lower Eyre Peninsula in South Australia. David is a fourth generation local farmer; he has 30 years of living the perfect Australian lifestyle and guarantees his guests will encounter the true Australia at its very best.

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    • The Ghan — Great Southern
      The Ghan, Darwin

      The Ghan — Great Southern

      The Ghan — Great Southern

      The Ghan completed its first journey from Adelaide through the ruggedly beautiful Red Centre to Darwin in 2003, reviving a dream born in the colonial era.

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    • Sea Lion & Outback Experience — 3 Days
      Australian sea lion pup

      Sea Lion & Outback Experience — 3 Days

      Sea Lion & Outback Experience — 3 Days

      Experience the area's prolific wildlife as many different species thrive in this Outback environment. Visit multicoloured ochre rocks that local Aboriginal people used to decorate themselves with for ceremonies by grinding the stone and making it into a brightly coloured paint.

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