Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in South Australia

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Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in South Australia

Adelaide Botanic Garden
Adelaide Botanic Garden
4.7 (6079 ratings)4.5 (3541 ratings)
Verdant, 125-acre garden with rare plants like the Wollemi pine, plus statuary, greenhouses & cafes.
North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Botanical gardenNature & ParksGardens
Mentioned by kevmrc.com
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"This park in the heart of Adelaide’s downtown is a place where people can relax for a few moments, take some time out or have a cafe in the amid the vegetation. Covering over 50 hectares, the Adelaide Botanic Gardens is the biggest greenhouse in the southern hemisphere. The park host many events such as festivals and concerts all year long."
Adelaide Oval
Adelaide Oval
4.6 (8970 ratings)4.5 (2804 ratings)
Modernised 53,500-capacity sports & big-name gig venue, also hosting stadium tours & functions.
War Memorial Dr, North Adelaide SA 5006, Australia
StadiumSights & LandmarksConference centerFunction room facilityTour operatorWedding venueHistoric SitesArenas & StadiumsPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Rundle Mall
Rundle Mall
4.4 (23136 ratings)4 (2438 ratings)
This wide street was pedestrianised to attract shoppers and is now home to the city's top stores.
Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Shopping mallSights & LandmarksPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by The Kid Bucket List
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"Whilst Rundle Mall is pretty much your run of the mill capital city shopping precinct, it does boast a few little marvels which make it worth visiting on your stay in Adelaide with kids. At the top of our list is the Beehive Corner where Australia’s very first Haigh’s Chocolate store was opened back in 1915 – it still stands there today!. Head in to taste some chocolate and buy some Australia handmade chocolate bliss!"
Mentioned by TripHobo
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"Located in the city centre, the Rundle Mall is the prime shopping area of Adelaide. Opened in 1976 it was Australia’s first pedestrian only street mall. The streets a shoppers paradise."
Adelaide Himeji Garden
Adelaide Himeji Garden
4.6 (1641 ratings)4.5 (290 ratings)
Traditional Japanese garden offering meditative paths, an ornamental gate, a lake & a teahouse.
South Terrace &, Glen Osmond Rd, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
GardenNature & ParksScenic spot
Cleland Wildlife Park
Cleland Wildlife Park
4.7 (1579 ratings)4.5 (1219 ratings)
Zoo with natural-habitat enclosures, plus hands-on koala & reptile experiences & guided night walks.
365 Mount Lofty Summit Rd, Crafers SA 5152, Australia
Wildlife parkNature & ParksNational parkZooNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by KIDDO Mag
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"Get up close and personal with roos, koalas, wallabies, betongs and Tasmanian devils with the kids in Adelaide – most of which are in their natural habitat – and itʼs just 20 minutes away from the city centre!. Itʼs also a great place to have a picnic. For opening hours, information on planning your day, fees and to buy tickets, head straight to the website."
Mentioned by Flying With A Baby - Family Travel
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"It’s only 20 minutes drive from the centre of Adelaide and a perfect way to see much of Australia’s native wildlife. Set in acres of land, this park provides an immersive nature experience, with a limited number of enclosures. The best bit is you can roam amongst kangaroos and wallabies, wombats and see a koala up close."
Horsnell Gully Conservation Park
Horsnell Gully Conservation Park
4.5 (122 ratings)4 (1 ratings)
Horsnell Gully SA 5141, Australia
Nature preserveNature & ParksNature & Wildlife Areas
Sturt Gorge Recreation Park
Sturt Gorge Recreation Park
4.6 (381 ratings)
Flagstaff Hill SA 5159, Australia
State parkNature preservePark
Mentioned by What's on for Adelaide Families & Kids
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"Sturt Gorge Recreation Park, Flagstaff Hill | Read our review. You can enter Sturt Gorge Recreation Park from Broadmeadow Drive, Black Road and Bonneyview Road in Flagstaff Hill, The Boulevard in Bellevue Heights and Craigburn Road in Craigburn Farm."
Mitcham Reserve
Mitcham Reserve
4.5 (356 ratings)
between Old Belair Rd, Norman Walk & Evans Ave, Old Belair Rd, Mitcham SA 5062, Australia
ParkMemorial parkPlayground
Burnside Adventure Park
Burnside Adventure Park
4.5 (175 ratings)
The Parade & West Terrace, Kensington Gardens SA 5068, Australia
PlaygroundPark
River Torrens Linear Park Trail
River Torrens Linear Park Trail
4.6 (426 ratings)4.5 (387 ratings)
Henley Beach to Athelstone, Henley Beach SA 5022, Australia
Nature preserveOutdoor ActivitiesParkHiking Trails
Mentioned by What's on for Adelaide Families & Kids
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"The River Torrens Linear Park runs from the foothills at Athelstone all the way to Henley Beach. There are playgrounds dotted along the trail so you can stop with the kids for a break. Also perfect for prams, scooters and bikes."

Best Fine Dining in South Australia

Erato Teppanyaki
Erato Teppanyaki
4.5 (160 ratings)
21 King William St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
RestaurantFine dining restaurantJapanese restaurantTeppanyaki restaurant
Mentioned by Sitchu
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"Step through the door of this teppanyaki joint and you won't feel like you're in a Japanese restaurant at all, rather an old bank with all the characteristics and mannerisms to follow. Gold marble pillars surround a central teppanyaki table with the owners mixing together French sensibility with whiz bang teppanyaki skills.It's safe to say Erato's vibe is a little different to most Japanese restaurants. 21 King William Street, Adelaide"
Beyond India | North Adelaide
Beyond India | North Adelaide
4.3 (724 ratings)
Vibrant curry house serving traditional dishes in a large, open dining room with refined decor.
170 O'Connell St, North Adelaide SA 5006, Australia
Indian restaurantFine dining restaurantTakeout RestaurantRestaurant
Riverside Restaurant
Riverside Restaurant
4 (104 ratings)
Upscale place for buffet breakfasts and Modern Australian dishes in a luxury hotel with river views.
North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Modern Australian restaurantBreakfast restaurantFine dining restaurantGluten-free restaurantVegan restaurant

Best Dinner Places to Eat in South Australia

Two-Bit Villains
Two-Bit Villains
4.4 (527 ratings)
Burgers, sundaes and housemade sodas, plus vegetarian options, in an offbeat diner with tiki decor.
Adelaide Arcade, Shop 150, Level one, 111/117 Rundle Mall, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Vegetarian restaurantAmerican restaurantDinerGluten-free restaurantRestaurantVegan restaurant
Sky Restaurant - 100% Plant Based - Vegan Vietnamese Cuisine
Sky Restaurant - 100% Plant Based - Vegan Vietnamese Cuisine
4.8 (93 ratings)
41-43 Commercial Rd, Port Adelaide SA 5015, Australia
Restaurant
Patch Kitchen & Garden
Patch Kitchen & Garden
4.4 (266 ratings)
143 Mount Barker Rd, Stirling SA 5152, Australia
RestaurantCafe

Best Breakfast and Brunch Places in South Australia

The Velo Precinct.
The Velo Precinct.
4.1 (188 ratings)
140 Fullarton Rd, Rose Park SA 5067, Australia
CafeBreakfast restaurantChildrens cafeCoffee shopEvent venueFunction room facilityRestaurantWedding venue
Le Souk
Le Souk
4.5 (229 ratings)
44-60 Gouger St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
CafeBreakfast restaurantSpice store
Mentioned by City of Adelaide
Taste the world in Adelaide
"Authentically French Algerian, lovingly prepared with amazing South Australia produce, Le Souk is a must-try at the local Adelaide Central Market. Expect to be spoiled with slow-cooked meats, rich and juicy with flavour and nutrition, while enjoying a hot cup of freshly brewed mint tea. View this post on Instagram"
Lost in a Forest
Lost in a Forest
4.5 (603 ratings)
1203 B26, Uraidla SA 5142, Australia
Pizza restaurantBreakfast restaurantRestaurantWine bar
Mentioned by delicious.com.au
The secret places chefs eat in South Australia
"An old Adelaide Hills church has been turned into a wine bar and pizzeria, and Zonfrillo thinks this is some of the best pizza in the state. “Chefs, we see each other there all the time. There’s a pepperoni, honey and chilli pizza that’s just amazing.” Welgemoed agrees."
Mentioned by Get Out with Kids
Kid Friendly Restaurants in Adelaide | WITH PHOTOS
"Pizza is of abundance at Lost In A Forest, with plenty of flavours to leave every member of the family feeling satisfied. Some options include Margherita, bacon and cheese, prawn, and heaps more. There’s even a dessert pizza, with berries and cinnamon vanilla cream."
Mentioned by BuzzFeed
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"This church-turned-restaurant is new, but already pulls strong crowds week in, week out. Tucked away along a windy road in the Adelaide Hills, you can take the family here for a pizza or two, or grab your crew for a boozy day out."

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