Discover Adelaide
From the Adelaide Oval and cultural precincts to its world-class food and wine, there’s no better place to connect, collaborate and celebrate.
How to get around
Adelaide Airport (ADL) is approximately 7 km from the city centre; you’ll find car hire, rideshare and airport shuttles available. The CBD is compact and walkable; public transport (buses, trams) covers the wider metro-area.
If you plan to explore the wider region (wine country, coastline, hills) then a hire car offers flexibility, especially for day-trips. The roads are well-signposted and distances are manageable.
Adelaide CBD – must see
- Stroll through Adelaide Central Market – one of the southern hemisphere’s largest undercover fresh-produce markets, bustling with cafés, gourmet stores and lively atmosphere.
- Visit Adelaide Oval – one Australia’s most iconic sports stadiums. The RoofClimb is an unforgettable experience and a great way to take in the picturesque views of the city and beyond.
- Visit the Adelaide Botanic Garden for a mix of tranquil gardens, historic glasshouses and a leafy retreat in the heart of the city.
- Walk the city’s cultural boulevard – explore museums, galleries and heritage architecture along the parklands and North Terrace.
- Head out to Glenelg (around 20 minutes by tram) for seaside walks, café culture and beach-sunsets.
- Enjoy the food and wine scene – Adelaide is known for dynamic cafés, rooftop bars and world-class cellar doors just beyond city limits.
Places to explore – ideal for day trips
- Adelaide Hills and Hahndorf are just 30 minutes east of the city and offer lush countryside, heritage towns and wildlife experiences. In Hahndorf you’ll find German-influenced cafés, boutique shops and relaxed village charm.
- A visit to Mount Lofty Summit gives a panoramic outlook over Adelaide – a great stop at the start or end of your day.
- The Barossa Valley, approximately 1 hour north-east of the city, is one of Australia’s iconic wine regions – expect outstanding cellar-doors, food experiences and historic villages.
- The Fleurieu Peninsula, around 45 minutes south of the city, blends vineyard landscapes like McLaren Vale with rugged coastline and relaxed seaside towns like Victor Harbor.
Tip: Pick one area (wine region or coast) rather than trying to do everything.
For a longer stay before or after the conference
- Approximately 3 hours drive + a ferry ride, Kangaroo Island is reachable for nature, wildlife and dramatic coastal scenery.
- The Clare Valley, approximately 1.5 hours drive north, is ideal for a relaxed stay with wineries, cycling trails (such as the Riesling Trail) and historical charm.
- The Murray River region offers river cruises, scenic vistas and a very different South Australian experience.