Insider’s Guide To Adelaide's Attractions
Adelaide is one of Australia's few major cities that are still relatively unknown. It is one of the world's greenest cities and the most budget-friendly city in Australia. The city is known for being more authentic and less touristy—taking the time to explore all that Adelaide has to offer is worth it.
Exploring Adelaide
A Night at Henley Beach
Without a doubt, Henley Beach is one of the mesmerizing parts of Adelaide. A beautiful, clean beach with minimal tourist activities and few visitors, the beach has delicious cuisine and a lovely ambiance.
Wine Tour
Adelaide's wine tours provide world-renowned food and wine tours that highlight the best of South Australia. You can book private tours for wine areas like Adelaide Hills, Barossa Valley, Langhorne Creek, and McLaren Vale. Wine tours in Adelaide include visiting ancient settlements and gorgeous scenery in South Australia. Then, there are the luxuriant vineyards where you get to enjoy wines, gushing flavors at the finest cellars.
A Cricket Match at Adelaide Oval
Widely regarded as the best pitch in the world among players, a cricket match at the Adelaide Oval is one to mention. You can also have picnics on the hill— one of Adelaide’s few remaining spots for old-school picnics.
The Central Market
When it comes to fantastic dining, the Adelaide Central Market has many options- fresh market produce, international cuisine, and delicious bread. Chefs prepare their pasta from scratch every day. The market is one of the largest undercover fresh produce marketplaces in the southern hemisphere with over 70 dealers. Pulsating with energy and vibrancy throughout the year, the Adelaide Central Market is Adelaide's top food destination for multicultural cuisine and fresh vegetables.
Go Shopping: Adelaide Shopping Centers
The Adelaide shopping culture is fantastic for its diversity and overwhelming offerings. There are many malls to explore your options— from high-end stores to discount outlets. Here are some top Adelaide shopping malls you want to visit!
- Rundle Mall—the city's main shopping mall with over 700 stores, houses notable retailers such as David Jones and Myer. It was Australia's first pedestrian street mall when it opened in 1976.
- Harbour Town — Over 130 well-known Australian and international brands call Harbour Town their home. It is Adelaide's sole direct outlet retail mall where premium brands can be found at steep discounts.
- Westfield Marion— South Australia's largest mall and one of the largest in the country. It has over 400 stores, featuring major brands such as David Jones, Myer, and Harris Scarfe.
- Westfield Tea Tree Plaza— Houses nearly 250 stores that sell everything from clothing to home decor to mementos, antiquities, and staples.
- Burnside Village— with almost 100 establishments, Burnside Village is all about luxury shopping.
- Norwood Parade— Norwood Parade is one of Adelaide's most famous cafe streets. It houses a variety of coffee shops, pubs, diners, and cuisine establishments.
- King William Road— It’s known for its local designers and international fashion labels.
Adelaide blossoms with scenic and recreational attractions. The residents are a pleasant handful as well. Given that it's a small, picturesque city, if you were to walk around or take the tram, you’d almost certainly come across something that will steal your heart.
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