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Adelaide Heritage & Culture

The city of Adelaide is the festivals and wine capital of Australia. Heritage buildings and museums line the streets filled with cafes, boutiques and restaurants. Arts, music, medieval and wine festivals are some events held annually.

Surrounding regions of Barossa Valley and Adelaide Hills offer excellent wineries and country cottages. Port Adelaide is full of maritime history and walking tours. City sights include Adelaide Zoo, full of exotic and native animals, South Australia Museum with interesting exhibits on natural history and Aboriginal Cultures Gallery. Quaint buildings and historic churches are found throughout the town.

For some fresh air, take a leisurely stroll through the Adelaide Botanic Garden. Its compact size makes it easy for a group walking tour to experience the culture and heritage of the city.

Take advantage of gorgeous weather and walk around the city to discover public artworks on display. A city map is available from the Visitor Information Centre.

See Australian artists and exhibits at Art Gallery of South Australia. Bradman Gallery displays a large collection of memorabilia and personal items of cricketer, Sir Donald Bradman.

Take a vintage tram and travel to the Adelaide seaside town of Glenelg, known as 'The Bay'. Beach hire provides body boards, deck chairs and umbrellas. Relax by the sea at one of many hotels and restaurants, or take a walk along the beachfront promenade jetty and admire the stunning sunsets over the water.

Accommodation is plentiful in Adelaide and ranges from hostels, motels and caravan parks to plush inner city hotels and beachside apartments at Glenelg. Travel and explore the heritage and culture of Adelaide.