People often don’t know much about Adelaide so they favour the glimmering Opera House in Sydney or the cool street art in Melbourne.
But Adelaide has plenty of charm – from world-class vineyards to an up and coming music scene, it’s not to be missed!
If you fancy a weekend away or maybe you’re passing through, drop us a message at Welcome to Travel and we can help you plan a couple of days in the capital of South Australia.
Friday - Catch flights not feelings
Catch a Friday evening flight to make the most of your weekend. Internal flights are so easy, especially if you stick to hand luggage only for your weekend – you can pretty much walk straight through the airport. One minute you’ll be making coffees or wearing high-vis at the construction site, the next you’ll be in a whole new city!Â
Adelaide has a fair few well-loved late night dining options, so you can grab a bite to eat before climbing into bed, ready for a day of exploring tomorrow. Whether you’re after a quick reuben and a mystery beer or steaming bowl of black pepper beef and rice, prepare for places to still be busy come 10pm.
Sunny’s Pizza is open until midnight on Friday, has incredible pizzas and is a 5 minute walk from the hostel hub of Adelaide.
Whilst we’re on the topic of accommodation the three major hostels in Adelaide are YHA Adelaide, Tequila Sunrise and Base Camp Hostel. They’re all centrally located with their own little quirks – have a look which best suits you and get in touch with our team to see if there are any discounts available…you might as well save yourself some money.
Saturday Morning and Afternoon- Explore the city and head to the beach
Start your day with a crowd pleaser – Adelaide Central Market. It’s a vibrant food and drinks hub, with fresh Aussie produce and plenty of tasty choices. Definitely worth a stop for a bite to eat and a coffee in the morning. Pick up some bits for a picnic later in the day.
Then, after you’re fuelled and ready to go, head on over to Rundle Mall. Full of quirky landmarks and independent pop-ups, it’s a great place to grab a souvenir or do a bit of shopping. Just remember, you flew hand luggage only!
Like all major cities in Australia, Adelaide is also home to beautiful Botanic Gardens. Take a breather and walk a couple of minutes away from the hustle and bustle of the city to the peaceful gardens. On a sunny day, bring a book or have a picnic with some of the local produce that you’ve picked up from the market in the morning!
If you’re looking for beachy vibes, head on to Glenelg. Walk along the foreshore, go for a swim then head over to Australia’s only official bar on the beach, Moseley Beach Club. It’s the perfect place to sip on a cocktail and watch the sunset over the ocean.
Travelling between September and April? Then you need to add this to your Adelaide bucket list. SWIMMING WITH DOLPHINS.
Temptations Sailing have been operating since 2002 and gives swimmers an option of swimming alongside the dolphins at the front of the boat or chilling with them at the back.
Saturday Evening- One great night out
Adelaide is one of my favourite nights out in Australia. Travelling alone? You might have made some friends in the hostel and head out with them. Travelling with friends? Be the legend that knows where the locals head to and bar hop around the city.
Dinner: Head to Chinatown to get yourself a cheap meal to line the stomach.
Bar 1: Close by to Chinatown is Merrymaker Rooftop Bar. We’re timing this right with sunset, have a drink or two with their vast array of cocktails, craft beer and wine. The perfect start to a night out.
Bar 2: A 15 minute walk is what we have to get to the next bar Maybe Mae.
This hidden little cocktail bar takes you back in time whilst being intimate, cool and not too loud, where you can have some great chats before heading to the next bar.
Bar 3: NOLA is a New Orleans style bar right by the Adelaide Botanic Gardens. With a focus on beers and whiskey, jazz tunes in the background it’s a great penultimate bar.
Last bar: It’s up to you, head to Hindley Street which is the epicentre of Adelaide’s nightlife for you to follow the crowd and enjoy the rest of your night.
Sunday- Wineries & exploring outside of the city
Today’s the day we’ve all been waiting for… wine tasting day! It’s not quite your average bag of goon, no, Adelaide is home to arguably the best wines in Australia and no trip is complete without a little wine tasting tour. It’s also a great way to get out of Adelaide for the day and explore some of the surrounding areas.Â
If you’re a wine lover, then a full day tour might be exactly what you’re after. But if you just want an excuse to dress up and pretend you’re not a backpacker for a little while, there are also half day options. Some tours also take you to a couple other less wine-related areas around Adelaide – like Hahndorf, a picturesque German village nestled in the Adelaide Hills. These ones are perfect for those less interested in wine tasting or tee-total but still keen to make the most of their trip to Adelaide.
Drop us a message at Welcome to Travel and we can help find the perfect tour for you!
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