Things to do in SA

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Established in 1869, the Adelaide Central Market has been a thriving hub of food and culture for over 150 years.

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.

Specially-trained and passionate volunteer Garden Guides – from the Friends of the Botanic Gardens of Adelaide – conduct free guided walks for the public at Adelaide, Mount Lofty and Wittunga Botanic Gardens.

Each guided walk lasts about an hour-and-a-half and no booking is required (unless in a group of five or more).

Special interest walks - from history to Aboriginal plant use, and from heritage buildings to sculpture and much more - are also available for groups. A small charge per person may apply.

To phone the Friends’ Booking Officer call (08) 8226 8803.

A self-guided trail is great way to get to know the City a little better.

Go at your own pace and get acquainted with Adelaide.

With our large range of self-guided trails, there is something to suit everyone and you can even discover your own gems along the way.

Choose a guide and download it to view on your smartphone or tablet. Alternatively, printed versions are also available from various locations throughout the city of Adelaide including our Visitor Information Centre in James Place (just off Rundle Mall) or our Customer Centre in Pirie Street.

Expand your passion for Adelaide even further with Dr Jeff Nicholas’ book "The Streets of Adelaide" by Dr. Jeff Nicholas - a must-read for the heritage enthusiast!

The Art Gallery of South Australia, founded in 1881, is home to one of Australia’s great art collections, exhibited in one of Adelaide’s most beautiful buildings. It is visited by more than one million art lovers each year.

The Gallery is located at the heart of North Terrace, Adelaide’s cultural boulevard, between the South Australian Museum and the University of Adelaide.

The South Australian Museum is committed to making Australia’s natural and cultural heritage accessible, engaging and fun.

The Museum offers five floors of intriguing displays for visitors to explore, along with regularly changing special exhibitions and a range of programs that appeal to all ages.

The South Australian Museum is a destination that will excite, delight and engage visitors.

Conveniently located on North Terrace, in the heart of Adelaide’s cultural precinct, and easily accessible by bus, train, and tram.

Exhibitions
2019 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year
Friday 16 August - Sunday 10 November 2019

https://naturephotographeroftheyear.com.au
https://naturephotographeroftheyear.com.au/gallery