Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in South Australia

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Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in South Australia

Adelaide Botanic Garden
Adelaide Botanic Garden
4.7 (6079 ratings)4.5 (3541 ratings)
Verdant, 125-acre garden with rare plants like the Wollemi pine, plus statuary, greenhouses & cafes.
North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Botanical gardenNature & ParksGardens
Mentioned by kevmrc.com
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"This park in the heart of Adelaide’s downtown is a place where people can relax for a few moments, take some time out or have a cafe in the amid the vegetation. Covering over 50 hectares, the Adelaide Botanic Gardens is the biggest greenhouse in the southern hemisphere. The park host many events such as festivals and concerts all year long."
Adelaide Oval
Adelaide Oval
4.6 (8970 ratings)4.5 (2804 ratings)
Modernised 53,500-capacity sports & big-name gig venue, also hosting stadium tours & functions.
War Memorial Dr, North Adelaide SA 5006, Australia
StadiumSights & LandmarksConference centerFunction room facilityTour operatorWedding venueHistoric SitesArenas & StadiumsPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Rundle Mall
Rundle Mall
4.4 (23136 ratings)4 (2438 ratings)
This wide street was pedestrianised to attract shoppers and is now home to the city's top stores.
Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Shopping mallSights & LandmarksPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by The Kid Bucket List
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"Whilst Rundle Mall is pretty much your run of the mill capital city shopping precinct, it does boast a few little marvels which make it worth visiting on your stay in Adelaide with kids. At the top of our list is the Beehive Corner where Australia’s very first Haigh’s Chocolate store was opened back in 1915 – it still stands there today!. Head in to taste some chocolate and buy some Australia handmade chocolate bliss!"
Mentioned by TripHobo
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"Located in the city centre, the Rundle Mall is the prime shopping area of Adelaide. Opened in 1976 it was Australia’s first pedestrian only street mall. The streets a shoppers paradise."
Adelaide Himeji Garden
Adelaide Himeji Garden
4.6 (1641 ratings)4.5 (290 ratings)
Traditional Japanese garden offering meditative paths, an ornamental gate, a lake & a teahouse.
South Terrace &, Glen Osmond Rd, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
GardenNature & ParksScenic spot
Cleland Wildlife Park
Cleland Wildlife Park
4.7 (1579 ratings)4.5 (1219 ratings)
Zoo with natural-habitat enclosures, plus hands-on koala & reptile experiences & guided night walks.
365 Mount Lofty Summit Rd, Crafers SA 5152, Australia
Wildlife parkNature & ParksNational parkZooNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by KIDDO Mag
Top ‘Things To Do’ With Kids In Adelaide
"Get up close and personal with roos, koalas, wallabies, betongs and Tasmanian devils with the kids in Adelaide – most of which are in their natural habitat – and itʼs just 20 minutes away from the city centre!. Itʼs also a great place to have a picnic. For opening hours, information on planning your day, fees and to buy tickets, head straight to the website."
Mentioned by Flying With A Baby - Family Travel
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"It’s only 20 minutes drive from the centre of Adelaide and a perfect way to see much of Australia’s native wildlife. Set in acres of land, this park provides an immersive nature experience, with a limited number of enclosures. The best bit is you can roam amongst kangaroos and wallabies, wombats and see a koala up close."
Hans Heysen - The Cedars
Hans Heysen - The Cedars
4.6 (196 ratings)4.5 (233 ratings)
Studio, home & grounds of famed 20th-century landscape painter Hans Heysen. Daily guided tours.
68 Heysen Rd, Hahndorf SA 5245, Australia
Nature & ParksHistoric SitesGardens
Mentioned by Sitchu
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"If you don’t know Sir Hans Heysen, then why not get acquainted by visiting his home. One of Australia’s most noted landscape artists, the historic house-come-gallery-museum is set upon 60-hectares of scenic land, just outside of Hahndorf, and holds some 200 original works. 68 Heysen Road, Hahndorf"
Lennane Orchards
Lennane Orchards
4.1 (129 ratings)3.5 (3 ratings)
814 Montacute Rd, Montacute SA 5134, Australia
Farm shopSights & LandmarksCafeFruit wholesalerFarms
Bonython Park
Bonython Park
4.5 (264 ratings)4.5 (55 ratings)
Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by corporatekeysaustralia.com.au
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"The largest of the named city parks, some 17 hectares, Bonython Park/Tulya Wodli attracts many thousands of visitors annually. Port Road, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. Entertainment Venues"
Warrawong Wildlife Sanctuary
Warrawong Wildlife Sanctuary
4.5 (92 ratings)4 (82 ratings)
Outdoor refuge for platypuses, koalas & other native creatures, offering animal encounters & events.
47 Stock Rd, Mylor SA 5153, Australia
Wildlife refugeNature & ParksCafeConference centerEducation centerWildlife parkNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by Tea with Mum
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"Warrawong Wildlife Sanctuary is another Adelaide institution and it is one of the zoos and wildlife parks in and near Adelaide that is definitely worth considering. Dr John Wamsley started Warrawong in 1969, constructing fences to protect the native animals from feral cats and foxes and create a sanctuary for them. The Sanctuary was closed for a number of years (there were problems getting insurance for the site), before being purchased recently by a couple who are trying to restore it to its former glory."
Waterfall Gully
Waterfall Gully
4.5 (369 ratings)
Waterfall Gully is an eastern suburb of the South Australian capital city of Adelaide. It is located in the foothills of the Mount Lofty Ranges around 5 km east-south-east of the Adelaide city centre.
South Australia 5066, Australia
Nature & ParksNature & Wildlife Areas

Best Vegan Restaurants in South Australia

Nagev Plant Based and Vegan Cafe and Restaurant 100% plants 🌱
Nagev Plant Based and Vegan Cafe and Restaurant 100% plants 🌱
4.5 (268 ratings)
190 Payneham Rd, Evandale SA 5069, Australia
Vegan restaurantCake shopCoffee store
Mentioned by Big 7 Travel
The 7 Best Vegan Restaurants In Adelaide
"Nagev serves an exciting and innovative menu that features some of the best vegan food in the entire country. The menu is constantly changing. A focus on carefully sourced ingredients make this a place you will be coming back to on a regular basis."
Mentioned by Kev's Best
5 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Adelaide🥇
"In this first-class restaurant, you are assured that all their meals are 100% vegan. They aim to serve up delectable dishes that are healthy and full of flavour. To give you the best, they make use of the freshest local produce."
Veggo Sizzle
Veggo Sizzle
4.7 (71 ratings)
Shop 4/465 Pulteney St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Vegan restaurantGluten-free restaurantJuice shopVegetarian restaurant
Mentioned by Big 7 Travel
The 7 Best Vegan Restaurants In Adelaide
"You can choose from a range of hand crafted patties which include: Spinach quinoa, Beetrice, Dill & lemon, Veggo classic or vegan chicken. As you sink your teeth into one of these bad boys you’ll be seriously satisfied, and leave the place with a huge smile on your face. Top-class vegan cooking."
Namaste Nepalese Restaurant
Namaste Nepalese Restaurant
4.4 (214 ratings)
Nepalese mains & banquets & wines served in a yellow-walled cottage with art & a fireplace.
41 George St, Parkside SA 5063, Australia
Nepalese restaurantGluten-free restaurantIndian restaurantVegan restaurantVegetarian restaurant
Mentioned by Kev's Best
5 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Adelaide🥇
"This isn’t the first time the restaurant has made an appearance on our list. This time, it is for their delicious and famous vegetarian options. Truly, this is one of the best dining spots in Adelaide."

Best Shopping Malls, Outlet and Places in South Australia Area

CITY CROSS
CITY CROSS
4.2 (737 ratings)
31-39 Rundle Mall, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Shopping mall
Surrey Downs Shopping Centre
Surrey Downs Shopping Centre
4.1 (329 ratings)
Surrey Downs Sc, 246-264 Grenfell Rd, Surrey Downs SA 5126, Australia
Shopping mall
Adelaide Central Plaza Shopping Centre
Adelaide Central Plaza Shopping Centre
4.3 (420 ratings)
Sophisticated commercial center offering an upscale department store, boutiques & casual dining.
100 Rundle Mall, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Shopping mall

Top Rated Parks to Visit in South Australia

East Terrace Glover Playground
East Terrace Glover Playground
4.4 (96 ratings)
120 East Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
PlaygroundPark
Burnside Adventure Park
Burnside Adventure Park
4.5 (175 ratings)
The Parade & West Terrace, Kensington Gardens SA 5068, Australia
PlaygroundPark
Veale Gardens
Veale Gardens
4.5 (666 ratings)4.5 (31 ratings)
Serene city center public garden with walking paths, rock formations & small water features.
South Tce, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
ParkNature & ParksGardens
Mentioned by SvenStudios
Top Wedding Photo Locations In Adelaide CBD
"If you’re planning on also having your ceremony in Veale Gardens, then you will need a permit from the council, but if you’re just looking to have your photo shoot done, then no such permission is needed. Located in the southern park lands, Veale Gardens boasts beautifully manicured lawns and a man made river sweeping through the whole garden area. There are a number of different rock pools that also make for a great setting for wedding photography."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near South Australia

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