Adelaide Botanic Gardens
The Adelaide Botanic Gardens include a restored Victorian glasshouse, the SA Water Mediterranean Garden, International Rose Garden, native and exotic plant collections and much more. The Gardens are located at the eastern end of North Terrace, within easy reach of the city centre. In summer Adelaide's Botanic Gardens have popular outdoor movie nights with jazz music before the movie.
Adelaide Central Market
Featuring market stalls that sell everything from fruit and veg to meat, fish, cheeses, gourmet delights and sugary treats, the Central Market is a must-see food experience for locals and visitors alike.
Buzzing with sounds, colours and wondrous smells, it is truly the destination for Adelaide’s foodies, and an essential stop on any visit to Adelaide.
Adelaide Festival Centre
Discover South Australia's premier cultural centre - the first multi-purpose arts centre to be built in Australia when it opened in 1973. There are four main venues in the Centre: the 2000 seat Festival Theatre, the Dunstan Playhouse, the smaller Space Theatre and the outdoor Ampitheatre.
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Adelaide Town Hall
A landmark heritage building, the Adelaide Town Hall is steeped in history yet graced with every modern amenity. Its magnificent architecture and elegant interiors provide the perfect backdrop for elegant black tie and civic receptions, visits from international diplomats, corporate or private functions, tours, weddings, events such as senior citizens concerts and touring festival acts. The Adelaide City Council conducts free guided tours which introduce you to the interesting architecture and history of the Adelaide Town Hall.
Parliament House
This classical building with its majestic marble columns, Corinthian capitals and keystone portrayals of nineteenth century governors, presidents and speakers is located on the corner of King William Street and North Terrace. Visitors are welcome whenever parliament is sitting or there are free tours on non-sitting weekdays at 10am and 2pm. Question Time is a popular highlight at 2pm on sitting days. An education officer is available principally to help schools and community groups to learn more about each House of parliament and its work.
