This vibrant South Australian capital boasts a multitude of must-dos and must-visits. From scenic tours, wine country, picturesque cruises to adrenaline-pumping activities and wilderness adventures, there are so many fun things to do in Adelaide - here are our top picks!
Not sure where to start? Here are our top 40 picks of the best things to do in Adelaide:
- Adelaide Oval Stadium Tour - $25
- Temptation Twilight Cruise - $37
- Hahndorf Inn SA - from $37.90
- Mega Adventure Park Sky Challenge - from $50
- Barossa Valley Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour from Adelaide - from $59
- Hahndorf and Hills Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour from Adelaide - $59.95
- Adelaide Central Market Highlights Tour - $60
- Adelaide Eco Caddy Scenic Garden Private Tour - from $65
- Temptation Dolphin Cruise (Swim & Watch) - from $68
- Dolphin Sanctuary Kayaking Tour - $69
- Adelaide City Highlights Half-Day Tour - $70
- Adelaide Showground Farmers' Market Tour - $75
- Adelaide City Guided Kayak Tour on the River Torrens - $79
- Adelaide Hills and Hahndorf Half Day Tour - $79
- The Blending Bench Wine Blending Class by d'Arenberg - $80
- Adelaide Central Market Discovery Tour - $85
- Penfolds Wine Blending Class in Barossa Valley Cellar Door - $85
- Cultural Coastline Cruise Experience from Glenelg - $88
- Kangaroo Island Ocean Safari - $88
- City and Parks Bike Tour in Adelaide - $89
- Cleland Wildlife Park Self Guided Tour from Adelaide - $89
- Adelaide Eco Caddy Street Art Private Tour - $90.50
- Abseiling adventure in Adelaide - $99
- RoofClimb Adelaide Oval Experience - $109
- Morialta Wilderness and Wildlife Hike - $109
- Adelaide OvalRoof Climb Twilight Experience - $119
- Victor Harbor & Southern Highlights Day Tour from Adelaide - from $119
- Adelaide City to Sea Bike Tour - $119
- Adelaide City Mount Lofty Mountain Bike Tour - $129
- Ultimate Adelaide to Hahndorf Tour - $137
- Ultimate Penfolds Experience Tour - $150
- Dolphin Sanctuary and Ships Graveyard Kayak Tour with Lunch - $158
- Barossa Food and Wine Tour from Adelaide - $169
- V8 Supercars Driving Experience at The Bend Motorsport Park in Adelaide - from $220
- Tiny House Staycation at the Pink Lake - from $270
- Penfolds Iconic Experience Tour from Adelaide - $295
- Kangaroo Island Day Tour - $315
- Penfolds Twilight Tour and Luxury Degustation Dinner from Adelaide - $560
- Adelaide Hills Private Food and Wine Tour - $780
- Barossa Valley History and Heritage Private Wine Tour - $780
1. Adelaide Oval Stadium Tour - $25
Have the chance to go behind the scenes at Adelaide Oval with this all-access stadium tour. You’ll definitely feel like a sporting legend as you visit off-limits areas only accessible to sport superstars!
2. Temptation Twilight Cruise - $37
Cruise off the idyllic Glenelg coast and watch the sunset as you sip on a refreshing beverage on this Temptation Twilight Cruise!
3. Hahndorf Inn SA - from $37.90
Schnitzel and sauerkraut, anyone? Have a glimpse of Germany right at the heart of Adelaide at Hahndorf Inn!
4. Mega Adventure Park Sky Challenge - from $50
At Mega Adventure Park, conquer 70+ obstacles, then fearlessly jump from 18 metres high. Book it with the Giant Swing for the ultimate thrill!
5. Barossa Valley Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour from Adelaide - from $59
Venture into wine country on this Barossa hop-on hop-off wine tour. You’ll get to plan your own itinerary, so make sure to visit all the wineries you’ve been wanting to check out!
6. Hahndorf and Hills Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour from Adelaide - $59.95
Trade the fun things to do in Adelaide City for Hahndorf’s laid back vibes for a day on this wine tour that takes you through Adelaide Hills and some of the best wineries in the area.
7. Adelaide Central Market Highlights Tour - $60
Explore Adelaide’s Central Market and taste your way through 80 stalls of artisan products and local delicacies! Visit famous shops like Italian Lucia’s Fine Foods, the Providore cake stall, and more.
8. Adelaide Eco Caddy Scenic Garden Private Tour - from $65
Roam around Adelaide Parklands aboard an eco-caddy or an eco-bike tricycle for a 60- or 90-minute exploration of its magnificent garden landscapes and parks. Keen on visiting Adelaide Festival Center? This tour is for you!
9. Temptation Dolphin Cruise (Swim & Watch) - from $68
For animal lovers who are searching for things to do near Adelaide, join this Temptation Dolphin Cruise and get to interact with friendly dolphins!
10.Dolphin Sanctuary Kayaking Tour - $69
Paddle out to sea with a friendly local guide and journey through mangrove inlets and shipwrecks along the coastline. If you’re lucky, you might even get to see local bottlenose dolphins on your way!
11. Adelaide City Highlights Half-Day Tour - $70
Marvel at the city’s highlights on one of the most exciting things to do in Adelaide City: a three-hour bus tour to witness the daily hustle of cosmopolitan Adelaide!
12. Adelaide Showground Farmers' Market Tour - $75
Spice up your checklist of things to do in Adelaide when you tour around its largest farmers’ market! Quality produce awaits!
13. Adelaide City Guided Kayak Tour on the River Torrens - $79
A kayak adventure right at the heart of the city? Sign us up! Paddle along River Torrens and past Adelaide Riverbank, Adelaide Oval, and the scenic cityscape.
14. Adelaide Hills and Hahndorf Half Day Tour - $79
Experience a great day out in Adelaide Hills on this half-day tour that stops at Mount Lofty summit and passes through several quaint villages such as Crafters and Stirling. Afterwards, enjoy a taste of Germany at Hahndorf.
15. The Blending Bench Wine Blending Class by d'Arenberg - $80
Find your own wine blend with The Blending Bench at d'Arenberg, and bring home a 750ml bottle of your blend—a great addition to the wine connoisseur’s list of things to do in Adelaide.
16. Adelaide Central Market Discovery Tour - $85
Engage your five senses on this gastronomic tour as you sample food and drinks at Adelaide Central Market. Experience the authentic food culture of the city!
17. Penfolds Wine Blending Class in Barossa Valley Cellar Door - $85
Wine lovers should also add this one to their checklist of fun things to do in Adelaide. Turn into expert winemakers for a day, and learn about the legend of Penfolds first-hand. You’ll also craft your own wine in the splendid Barossa Valley.
18. Cultural Coastline Cruise Experience from Glenelg - $88
After your dose of fun things to do in Adelaide, venture into Glenelg on this cruise and learn about the culture of the land’s aboriginal owners.
19. Kangaroo Island Ocean Safari - $88
Hop on a safe and comfortable boat and cruise along the stunning coastline of Kangaroo Island to witness the beautiful wildlife including dolphins, seals, and eagles that call it home.
20. City and Parks Bike Tour in Adelaide - $89
Cycle your way through the city and discover more fun things to do in Adelaide while on a bike. Discover the city's vibrant laneway art, quirky cafés, and local favourites.
21. Cleland Wildlife Park Self Guided Tour from Adelaide - $89
Drive out to Cleland Wildlife Park for a day and befriend its resident creatures such as kangaroos, wallabies, echidnas, koalas, pelicans, and emu!
22. Adelaide Eco Caddy Street Art Private Tour - $90.50
There are more fun things to do in Adelaide on a bike! Travel aboard a pedicab and learn more about the city one street art at a time.
23. Abseiling adventure in Adelaide - $99
Enjoy an adventure like no other when you abseil at the beautiful Morialta Conservation Park and soak in the sweeping views across the city when you’re at the top. Beginners are welcome!
24. RoofClimb Adelaide Oval Experience - $109
Marvel at the awe-inspiring views of Adelaide and spot its famous landmarks right at the heart of the city. We dare you to try LeanOut!
25. Morialta Wilderness and Wildlife Hike - $109
Discover Adelaide's unspoilt wilderness with an expert local guide and learn more about the local flora and fauna as you reconnect with nature on this wilderness hike.
26. Adelaide Oval Roof Climb Twilight Experience - $119
Watch the scenic city unfold into a vibrant night spectacle of twinkling lights on this twilight roof climb. You can even enjoy the fantastic 360-degree view from Adelaide Oval's world-class rooftop seats.
27. Victor Harbor & Southern Highlights Day Tour from Adelaide - from $119
Take a tour around Victor Harbor and pass through southern vales and beaches with this day tour from Adelaide. Don’t forget to ride the iconic horse tram!
28. Adelaide City to Sea Bike Tour - $119
There are tons of things to do on this Adelaide City to Sea Bike Tour. Get to visit River Torrens Linear Trail, Henley Beach, Glenelg, and more!
29. Adelaide City Mount Lofty Mountain Bike Tour - $129
Do you adore biking? Take on this ultimate cycle adventure that goes from Mount Lofty straight to Adelaide City. Bonus: visit Cleland Wildlife Park along the way!
30. Ultimate Adelaide to Hahndorf Tour - $137
Get to sample artisan goods and see local arts and crafts on this ultimate Adelaide to Hahndorf tour! Stops include Adelaide Oval, St Peter’s Cathedral, and Haigh’s Chocolates Factory!
31. Ultimate Penfolds Experience Tour - $150
Experience luxe wine tasting at the Magill Estate, where you will discover the foundation and history of Australia’s leading red wine producer!
32. Dolphin Sanctuary and Ships Graveyard Kayak Tour with Lunch - $158
Build your confidence on the water as you learn the basics of how to paddle across the calm waters of Dolphin Sanctuary. Keep your eyes peeled for playful dolphins!
33. Barossa Food and Wine Tour from Adelaide - $169
Journey into South Australia’s premium wine region, Barossa, and indulge the foodie in you. Enjoy a two-course lunch meal, a structured wine tasting session, plus a chocolate-sampling session!
34. V8 Supercars Driving Experience at The Bend Motorsport Park in Adelaide - from $220
Experience what life is like on the fast lane with one of the best things to do in Adelaide! Take the wheel and see what it’s like to be a pro racecar driver as you drive a V8 Supercar!
35. Tiny House Staycation at the Pink Lake - from $270
There’s nothing more serene than watching the golden sunset inside a hand-built eco-friendly tiny house on wheels located next to a pink-coloured Lake Bumbunga.
36. Penfolds Iconic Experience Tour from Adelaide - $295
A fan of the Penfolds wine? This three and a half hour tour in the sprawling Magill Estate might pique your interest. It comes with a delicious wine-tasting session, of course!
37. Kangaroo Island Day Tour - $315
There’s absolutely no need to raise a finger on this Kangaroo Island day tour. Hop aboard the ferry and enjoy the sights of Seal Bay and Admirals Arch because everything is taken care of already!
38. Penfolds Twilight Tour and Luxury Degustation Dinner from Adelaide - $560
More fun things to do near Adelaide for the wine lover - this Penfolds twilight tour goes all out with a seven-course degustation experience dinner to cap off a fantastic four-hour tour!
39. Adelaide Hills Private Food and Wine Tour - $780
Enjoy more intimate moments on this private food and wine tour full of flavour and fun things to do in Adelaide Hills!
40. Barossa Valley History and Heritage Private Wine Tour - $780
Have your fill of fine wine on this all-inclusive tour of boutique and iconic wineries across the stunning Barossa Valley! Stops include Seppeltsfield, Yalumba Winery, and Penfolds.