Mere minutes away from the CBD is North Adelaide, one of the most affluent residential suburbs in South Australia. The idyllic streets are filled with heritage mansions, villas, and worker’s cottages shaded by the canopies of perennial trees. Five residential colleges have been servicing the city’s universities for almost a century.

O'Connell and Melbourne Streets have long been bustling dining and shopping precincts offering a wide range of cafes, long-standing restaurants and trendy boutiques. The North Adelaide Village is a full-service complex comprising of a supermarket, greengrocer, butcher and pharmacy. There are over ten historical pubs in the area where residents gather to laze the day away.

Alongside an extensive range of upmarket amenities, the precinct also encompasses historical landmarks and exceptional experiences including the St Peter’s Cathedral, Adelaide Zoo and Adelaide Oval, the State’s premier sporting stadium.

North Adelaide is home to some of South Australia’s most innovative and beloved playgrounds. North Glover Playspace’s design has been delighting imaginations and minds for decades with its colourful helicopter slide, sandpit with interactive equipment and tree carved with Australian animals. Minutes away is Lefevre Park / Nantu Wama, where horses happily graze and roam.

Beat a personal best or go at your leisure along one of the walking and running tracks by the scenic River Torrens.

North Adelaide Dog Park is the perfect place to broaden your four-footed social circle. The area is fully fenced and has a separate area for small dogs and puppies.

The David Roche Foundation allows a glimpse into 18th and 19th century Europe. Founder David Roche spent many of his 83 years trawling the globe for irreplaceable antiques and art, now available to view in the foundation’s small but incredible museum.

The stunning St Peter's Cathedral is situated on King William Road, with a view of Adelaide Oval in the backdrop. Established in 1869, the spectacular architecture is evident in the stained-glass windows, timber ceiling and intricate carvings.

Catch the latest blockbusters at the stunning art-deco Piccadilly Cinema. The sweeping curved staircase, built in the 1940s, is framed with chevron-styled windows leading to the main cinemas upstairs.

Ruby Red Flamingo dishes up rustic Italian in a bohemian setting, complete with illustrations scribbled across the walls and mismatched crockery. The serves are generous and made to share. The homemade pasta is a must.