Top Things to do in Greater Adelaide
What to do and see in Greater Adelaide, South Australia: The Best Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Greater Adelaide, Australia including Fox Creek Wines, Adelaide Botanic Garden, Adelaide Oval, Adelaide Central Market, Beerenberg Farm, The Cedars, Glenelg Tram, Mollydooker Wines, Glenelg Beach, Mount Lofty Summit.
Restaurants in Greater Adelaide
1. Fox Creek Wines
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 325 reviews
Fox Creek Wines is an iconic, award winning winery located in McLaren Vale, South Australia. With a rich heritage in crafting fine regional wines since 1994, Fox Creek Wines portfolio ranges from Sparkling white through to Shiraz and includes exciting Italian varietals. Our commitment is to cultivate a unique wine brand that embodies the qualities of craftsmanship, innovation, consistency and authenticity. We invite you to visit our historic 19th century stone Cellar Door cottage, conveniently located 45 kilometres south of Adelaide, between the villages of McLaren Vale and Willunga on the Fleurieu Peninsula. The expansive grassed areas surrounded by flower beds, gum trees and of course vineyards, allow visitors to find their own tranquil spot from which to enjoy a view of the cottage, the Fox Creek winery and our iconic wine region, McLaren Vale.
Reviewed By ctwatson
Fox Creek Winery is my favorite winery in McLaren Vale. Their Vixen Sparkling Shiraz and other wines are excellent and I always use them for functions and entertaining.
2. Adelaide Botanic Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,912 reviews
In the heart of the city but another world away ... Take time out to explore the beauty and diversity of plants from across Australia and around the world. Spend an hour or spend the day among the 50 hectares of magnificently maintained gardens and stunning architecture. Relax in the shade or enjoy a coffee among some of Australia's finest plant collections.
Reviewed By Michellenrob - Adelaide, Australia
If you work your way down North Terrace, east you will come to the Adelaide Botanic Gardens. this is a quiet and beautiful oasis in the city and borders on botanic Park and the Zoo. It makes for a great day out for families all within about a 5 minute walk of the city center. It houses an original Victorian glass house with a famous Amazon lily, big lawned areas, water lily ponds and lovely mature trees dating from the 1850's ( Adelaide was settled by private charter in 1836). The botanic gardens then exit onto botanic park at the northern boundary. Botanic park is a large grassed park with lovely big shade trees and is popular with locals for picnics. A short walk across the park and you can visit the very good Adelaide Zoo to see lots of native animals as well as all the usual suspect. A great day for a family if visiting Adelaide.
3. Adelaide Oval
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,032 reviews
Adelaide Oval has long been one of Australia’s most recognisable and prestigious venues and hosts cricket, football, concerts, functions and major events at the highest level. Its prominent location as the centrepiece of the Adelaide CBD’s revitalised riverbank precinct makes Adelaide Oval an outstanding destination. Known the world over as a beautiful and historic sporting venue, the Oval attracts visitors in their thousands from within South Australia, interstate and overseas. Along with sports fans, the Oval has enormous appeal to visitors with an interest in history, culture, food and wine, as well as a large contingent of business travellers.
Reviewed By blossie89 - Ocean Grove, Australia
We visited the Oval, on a weekday, it was magnificent. We sat in the stands and admired the great icon. The Don Bradman cricket exhibition is a proud reminder of our excellent sporting history and the talent and hard work that our 'Don ' strove for an achieved. It was free, and we felt very privileged. Well worth seeing.
4. Adelaide Central Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,758 reviews
With over 70 traders under one roof, the Adelaide Central Market is one of the largest undercover fresh produce markets in the southern hemisphere, buzzing with life and colour all year round. The Market offers a huge range of fresh food including fruit and vegetables, meat and poultry, seafood, cheeses, bakery, smallgoods and health foods, along with some of Adelaide’s most popular cafes and eateries. With over 9 million visitors every year, the Adelaide Central Market remains Adelaide’s premier food destination for multicultural cuisine and fresh produce.
Reviewed By coljoy456
It is, of course, my opinion that the ACM is the best, as we have been going there each week for 30 years. There is a wide variety of fruit and vegetables, meat, fish, small goods, great pasta, breads, fabulous cheese, vegan and vegetarian foods, herbs and spices, great coffee and snacks. Lucia's cafe serves coffee and cakes but specialises in big breakfasts and Italian food for lunches The market backs onto China Town with its specialty shops and eateries. Regular market tours are available by contacting the administration, there tours are conducted by expert guides and allow tastings of produce. Overseas visitors should put it on their agenda. A visit to the market is no cost unless you wish to buy some of the goodies.
5. Beerenberg Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 712 reviews
Beerenberg Farm is a "must visit" for all food lovers visiting the Adelaide Hills. One of Australia's oldest family-owned jam, condiment and sauce producers, it is now run by the sixth generation of the Paech family on their Hahndorf farm. Open all year round, 7 days a week (except Christmas Day), the farm shop is open 9am to 5pm. Enjoy a leisurely browse through the complete collection of farm-made products in the delightful farm shop. During strawberry season (November to April), bring the family and pick your own strawberries from 9am to last field entry at 4.15pm. Patch entry is $5.00 per adult (13 years and under are free). Strawberries you pick are then weighed and are $10.95/kg.
Reviewed By Y9797ISkeithm
We visted the farm on a beautiful morning not long after opening and was already getting busy. We had some great family time picking in the strawberry patch and filled a few tubs. They taste so sweet and fresh. The visitors shop is full of good things. The only thing we think that is missing is a cafe. Imagine being able to sit and have scones, strawberry jam and cream with a coffee or tea, i think this would be very popular and was something we thought would be there. Loved our visit.
6. The Cedars
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 279 reviews
Reviewed By raandaka - Greater Adelaide, Australia
Six of us, including SA locals, interstate and overseas friends visited The Cedars where we took a self guided tour of the Han's Heysen Studio, a walk on the property (Artists Walk) and down to the green pool, followed by joining the guided tour of the House and self guided tour of the Nora Heysen Studio. We all thoroughly enjoyed our visit and the volunteer staff and guides were helpful and informative. One of our overseas guests even commented that she enjoyed it as much as visiting Monet's House and Garden in Giverny! The garden surrounding the house was lovely with many old fashioned plants and flowers and lawned areas, and the Artist's Walk took in magnificent gum trees on the bushland property.
7. Glenelg Tram
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,995 reviews
Reviewed By daf57 - Adelaide, Australia
The tram from Adelaide to Glenelg takes approximately 35 minutes. Glenelg (curiously is a palindrome) and Holdfast Bay is one of Adelaide`s premier beach suburbs and was the first British settlement in South Australia. Attractions include the local history museum in Mosely Square.........30+ minutes spent here will be very rewarding, the beach and jetty, a wide range of specialty shops along Jetty Road, plenty of eateries and pubs plus the opportunity to explore. Worth noting...........the tram is FREE at all times/all days from South Terrace through the Adelaide CBD to the Adelaide Entertainment Centre..........this provides easy access to a lot of other attractions.
8. Mollydooker Wines
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 244 reviews
Reviewed By 757ChrisW - Budapest, Hungary
Came here due to it's top rating and it did not disappoint. Excellent view from the cellar door tasting room. Really nice staff and you get the keep the inscribed wine glass after the $10 tasting!
9. Glenelg Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 620 reviews
Glenelg is a popular beach-side suburb of the South Australian capital of Adelaide. Located on the shore of Holdfast Bay in Gulf St Vincent, it has become a popular tourist destination due to its beach and many attractions, home to several hotels and dozens of restaurants.
Reviewed By Cecefreeflyer
Family friendly, plenty of clean sand and space, lovely space to watch the sunset or picnic. Plenty of activities to watch
10. Mount Lofty Summit
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 450 reviews
Mount Lofty Summit, the majestic peak of the Mount Lofty Ranges in the Adelaide Hills, provides spectacular panoramic views across Adelaide's city skyline to the coast. Each year more than 350,000 people visit the peak which rises more than 710 metres above sea level. The Summit complex features an accredited visitor centre which features interactive touch screens to help you learn more about the Summit and surrounding tourist attractions. The visitor centre's gift shop is a great place for quality souvenirs. The shop displays Australian made items, as well as a variety of locally handcrafted gifts.
Reviewed By soffhudd - Melbourne, Australia
well when you leave a city u always want to capture memories ... well this isthe place to go..full view of the city and on a sunny day you can see the whole city.. Nice scenery , also you can pop in and relax enjoy the view and have coffee cake or a meal ...you choose ..plenty of parking too
