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Adelaide, South Australia's capital city, is a dynamic cosmopolitan with an exemplary mixture of old world charm and contemporary comforts. This beachside city has top-notch architecture, an excellent collection of wine and a distinct art scene that’s celebrated each year with pomp and show.

If you wish to learn about the history of Adelaide, then definitely try to stop at its museums. The South Australian Maritime Museum traces the naval history of the region and recounts the journey of navigators and seafarers. You'll also find exhibits that provide insights into marine life as well. Ayers House Museum is a fine model of Regency architecture in Adelaide. Previously home to the Ayers family, this building displays the opulence and luxury of 19th-century society. The South Australian Museum will give you a chance to delve deep into the cultures that were already in place before the Europeans came to this continent.

Adelaide is a pioneer in horticulture and its Botanic Garden is an outstanding example of that. Designed to accommodate various species of plants and trees, this garden space has peaceful walking trails, conservatories and glass houses. The Bicentennial Conservatory is located inside the Botanic Gardens and is home to a large number of tropical plants and flowers. Rare and endangered varieties from Northern Australia, Papua New Guinea and Indonesia are on display here, including the Corpse Flower that smells like rotten flesh when in bloom.

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Most popular time to visit October–December
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Local currency AUD 10 = £5.17
Language English
Average weekend price £102 per night
Average weekday price £102 per night
Typical stay 2 nights

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10

Adelaide has a bit of everything.

28 March 2024

Adelaide has a bit of everything. Amazing restaurants and bars. Great shopping. Beautiful beaches. The historic Hahndorf in the Adelaide Hills, McLaren Vale and the Barossa are right on your doorstep. Vibrant Glenelg and Henley Beach. Adelaide enjoys 4 distinct seasons. Hot summers. Crisp winters. Stunning autumns and beautiful springs

Georgie
Georgie Australia
10

Adelaide has lots to offer.

24 March 2024

Adelaide has lots to offer. Plenty to see and do in urban areas, and many places to visit out of the city in any direction; Barossa Valley, Victor Harbour, the Adelaide Hills, with lots of little towns, Mt Lofty Summit (Lookout), Handorf, and many more.

Dale7777
Dale7777 Australia
10

Adelaide is the State capital of South Australia, commonly...

23 March 2024

Adelaide is the State capital of South Australia, commonly known as the city of Churches, there are an abundance of Trees and greenery through out. There is a choice of numerous International standard Hotels throughout the main City area or you can catch the Tram from the City to Glenelg Beach which is the Beach for the Tourist, duration of perhaps twenty minutes ride through the suburbs of Adelaide.

Phillip and Kerry
Phillip and Kerry Australia
8.0

I went to the Adelaide Oval to see a football game.

18 March 2024

I went to the Adelaide Oval to see a football game. It's a great venue to watch football. I also went on two day tours. One was to the Barossa where we went to some wineries. We also went to Maggie Beer and a chocolate shop. The tour tour we went to Mount Lofty, Berenberg and then did a boat cruise on the Murray river and had lunch. I also went to Glenelg which is very pretty. There are lots of shops and restaurants in Glenelg. Rundle Mall is also very nice.

Jonathon
Jonathon Australia
8.0

Brilliant events in the Adelaide Festival.

17 March 2024

Brilliant events in the Adelaide Festival. especially Writer's Week and the Fringe Festival. Amazing collection of Aboriginal artefacts in the museum. Lovely to have the CBD surrounded by parks.

Jude
Jude Australia
8.0

Adelaide is great and has plenty to offer families, we enjoy...

15 March 2024

Adelaide is great and has plenty to offer families, we enjoy the arcade venues and cinemas. with plenty of amazing restaurants you are never short on choices for any meal of the day. the atmosphere at hotels is casual and relaxing with very friendly staff and patrons.

Barry
Barry Australia

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