
Adelaide is a historic port city in southern central Australia, with origins dating back to the early 1800s. Today, you can discover many restaurants, parks, museums, shops, and attractions in Adelaide. Plus, it’s located in close proximity to Barossa and Adelaide Hills, which are some of Australia’s best wine regions (making it easy to schedule in a day trip filled with locally-produced wine tastings!). While Adelaide’s city center is easily navigable by foot, there are also busses and taxis available to bring you to any sights you may want to see that are further off. There is just about something for everyone to enjoy in and around this region – don’t forget to stop by the town’s oldest chocolatier to sample some delectable desserts!
Several cruise lines offer cruises visitng Adelaide, but currently only Silversea Cruises, Cunard Line and Princess Cruises are the only cruise lines that currently feature cruises from Adelaide. Cunard’s mid-sized ocean liners, Queen Elizabeth and Queen Mary 2 offer a great selection of cruises from Adelaide to Australia/New Zealand. Princess has multiple feature-filled ships that sail from Adelaide to Australia/New Zeland, Asia, and the South Pacific! Cruises from Adelaide range from as little as 2 nights, all the way up to 55 nights, with many varying lengths in between! Regardless of how much time you have to cruise, you are certain to find the perfect itinerary with these cruise lines.
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These are just a few of the more popular tourist attractions in Adelaide, along with a brief description:
♦ Rundle Mall
Rundle Mall is a pedestrian street mall and one of the most popular attractions in Adelaide. Located in the city center, you will discover many storefronts, street vendors, plazas, eateries, arcades, and more. It’s a wonderful way to take in the city and if you’re lucky enough, you might run into some live performances taking place during your visit! There is also a large fountain and a bunch of interesting sculptures located throughout this street, including those of 4 bronze pigs and a large cockroach. One noteworthy landmark located within the mall is the Beehive Corner, which features a Neo-gothic style façade. There’s also a giant LED super screen, the Rundle Lantern (a large lighting display), and much more!
♦ North Terrace
If you’re looking to admire some iconic landmarks while spending time outdoors, pay a visit to Adelaide’s North Terrace. Many of the buildings in this area are reminiscent of Edwardian and Victorian-era architecture. There are also a bunch of noteworthy museums in close proximity, including the South Australian Museum and Art Gallery of South Australia. Plus, you can discover a number of incredible landmarks, including the Parliament House and Ayers House, both of which feature Colonial-era architecture and guided tours on select days. Other landmarks in the North Terrace include the Adelaide Casino, the Old Parliament House, the Government House (home to the Governor of South Australia), the South African War Memorial, Holy Trinity Church, and the National War Memorial.
♦ Botanic Gardens
Nature enthusiasts might consider visiting the Botanic Gardens when spending time in Adelaide. Discover over 100 acres of historic structures, horticulture displays, and much more. Among some of the most notable features of the Botanic Gardens are the First Creek Wetlands, the Garden of Health (featuring a bunch of plants known to promote healing), the SA Water Mediterranean Garden, and the International Rose Garden (featuring over 5,000 roses!). Plus, free guided walks are available daily (except on Christmas Day, Good Friday, or days where the weather is uncooperative).
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