Attractions in Adelaide
Adelaide Central Market offers you an energetic atmosphere as well as the wealth of fresh produce and food goods sold by more than 80 different vendors; from fresh flowers to dried herbs and fresh seafood to specialty desserts. The market which is over 13o years old is part of the city’s identity.
Adelaide Zoo offers a great family activity with more than 3400 animals housed here, 300 exotic and native species, including a rainforest wetlands aviary, reptile house, nocturnal house, a children’s animal feeding zone, and the only pygmy blue-tongued lizard in Australian captivity.
Glenelg Beach is a serene and peaceful respite with sandy shores, warm sun and plenty of space for swimmers, windsurfers, cyclists and rollerbladers. Vintage trams run from Adelaide to Glenelg for a pleasurable outing.
National Wine Center of Australia focuses on the fine art of grape growing, harvesting, and making wine. Blend your own wine or partake and enjoy a variety of wines, including some from the centre’s own vineyard in the tasting room.
South Australian Museum houses an extraordinary collection of Aboriginal history and art as well as natural history exhibits.
Adelaide Botanic Garden includes the Bicentennial Conservatory, a glass construction brimming with rainforest plants and flowers, the Palm House, Italianate Garden and the International Rose Garden.
Adelaide Festival Centre is a large multi-purpose arts center that houses a number of theatres, galleries and concert venues, a great choice for an entertaining night out.
Art Gallery of South Australia holds a stunning collection of Australian, European and Asian art, featuring paintings, sculpture and contemporary works.
Migration Museum chronicles the varied stories of the many immigrants who have built South Australia into what it is today with fascinating exhibits that tell stories about groups of convicts shipped to the shores of Australia and ethnic groups seeking a new life in the land down under.
Warrawong Sanctuary nourishes the growth of both animal and plant life and for those looking to experience nature more thoroughly, camping facilities are available.
Car rental companies in Adelaide include Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz and Thrifty.