Historic and Cultural Walks
Take a step back in time to discover the secrets of Adelaide’s famous faces and places by foot.
Their are various self-guided walks for you to explore. Each walk reveals a unique and fascinating part of the City’s history. Grab a free copy of the Walking Trail brochure and start unravelling the mysteries of Adelaide’s past.
» Download Walking Trails brochure (PDF, 3Mb)
The Trail brochures are also available from:
- Adelaide City Council Customer Centre, 25 Pirie Street
- SA Visitor and Travel Centre, 18 King William Street
- Rundle Mall Information Booth, Rundle Mall
Rundle Mall Discovery Trail
Discover the history and wonders of Rundle Mall and surrounding areas.
From sculpture and art to the history of buildings, this walk will keep you fascinated.
» Download the Rundle Mall Discovery Trail brochure (PDF, 1Mb)
West and East End Theatre Walking Trail
Duration - 1.5 to 2 hours
This walk reveals the fascinating history of cinemas and theatres in Adelaide.
» Download the West and East-End Theatre Walking Trail brochure (PDF, 2Mb)
Multicultural Walking Trail
This walk offers a glimpse into the history of Adelaide through our built heritage.
» Download the Multicultural Walking Trail brochure (PDF, 859Kb)
Rose Garden Walking Trail
Roses are special to Adelaide. Adelaide was the first Capital City in Australia to have a rose named after it and we have more public rose gardens than any other Australian Capital City.
Paddocks to Picnic Grounds
Duration: 1 to 1.5 hours
Set amongst the splendour of Veale Gardens, this walk delves into the garden’s past and reveals the mysteries of its creation.
Famous Faces and Commemorative Places
Duration: 1 to 1.5 hours
Commencing on North Terrace, this walk provides an insight into the people that have made Adelaide the City that it is today.
From Hercules to Heaven
Duration: 1.5 to 2 hours
Featuring significant statues and buildings including the landmark St Peter’s Cathedral, this walk highlights the impressive houses situated in Pennington Terrace adjacent Adelaide Oval.
Stanley Street Stroll
Duration: 1.5 to 2 hours
This walk highlights the grand mansions of Brougham Place built to complement the Park Lands setting.
Folks on the Hill
Duration: 1 to 1.5 hours
A highlight of this walk is the glorious views offered of the City, its encircling Park Lands and the Adelaide Hills.
The High Street
Duration: 1 to 1.5 hours
This walk focuses on North Adelaide’s earliest main street, formerly known as the High Street.
Marvellous Mansions Cottages and Castles
Duration: 1 to 1.5 hours
Fringing on the greens of the North Adelaide Golf Links, this walk features villas and semi-detached houses built during the boom period of the 1880s.
The Village in the City
Duration: 1.5 hours
Discover how people from all social levels lived in the south eastern corner of the City.
