Roger Gary
It may be slightly less heard of in comparison to Melbourne and Sydney, but Adelaide is just as packed with attractions and events. Below is a list of must visit destinations within the city.
Being a coastal city, Adelaide is not short of breathtaking coastlines. If you are holidaying here dropping by a beach is an absolute must. You could either opt to take a tram ride to Glenelg or visit Henley Beach or Semaphore. Other beachside hotspots can be found on the Fleurieu Peninsula such as Port Willunga, Normanville, Goolwa or Victor Harbour. Another option is paying a visit to the gorgeous Kangaroo Island where pretty much any beach is perfect. Oaks Embassy features well placed hotel accommodation Adelaide has to offer, well suited for exploring local beaches.
The breathtaking River Torrens runs all the way from the Adelaide Hills right up to Henley Beach. A picture perfect attraction in Adelaide, the River Torrens combined with the Torrens Lake in Adelaide city is perfect for picnics and relaxation. Health enthusiasts take advantage on the trail and do a little bit of jogging and walking. Emulating scenic perfection, the setting with the cool breeze and quiet environment does wonders to the soul. To top your experience a notch you could also opt to take a ride on “Popeye” or get your feet moving on a paddle boat.
There is something about mountains and hills that have a way of beautifying a location. The Adelaide Hills are no different in this regard and adorn this city in the most picturesque manner. Located 20 minutes from the city, the Adelaide Hills is famous for hiking excursions. If you are just looking for sightseeing make sure you pass the villages of Hahndorf, Stirling or Aldgate, for they are equally intriguing to explore.
As beautiful as it is the best part about this destination are the cruises along this river that happens to be exciting and relaxing all the way. While you are at it don’t miss the stunning rock formations and the rich bird and wildlife that you can observe along the Murray River.
There is nothing like a good dose of Australian wildlife to get you connected to the heart of this city. In Adelaide you get the Cleland Conservation Park and the Gorge Wildlife Park located at the Adelaide Hills where you can feed kangaroos, emus and wallabies and cuddle adorable koalas. To watch kangaroos in the wild, the Kangaroo Island is an excellent stop for you get to see a good deal of echidnas in their natural habitats as well!
The Kangaroo Island is an exciting attraction in itself since it has everything amazing about Adelaide within a small area. You can get up close with wildlife in their natural habitat and bask on the stunning beaches that you can never quite get enough of. Explore the magnificent Remarkable Rocks, Admirals Arch, Kelly Hill Caves or Little Sahara Sand Dunes and play with the sea lions at the Seal Bay.
