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Adelaide Hotels And Spots For A Weekend Escape

Ashleigh Graham by Ashleigh Graham
Weekend In Adelaide at Glenelg beach

South Australia’s coastal capital isn’t just the jumping-off point for the road trip up to Ayers Rock; it’s also home to renowned museums, beautiful beaches and the country’s second-oldest zoo. Let’s have a look at some options of Adelaide hotels and places to visit to have a lovely weekend escape.

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“Start the day at pastry heaven Abbots and Kinney – you must try the Danwich. After breakfast, take a walk through Rundle Mall, then soak up some culture on North Terrace, where the Parliament House, State Library, South Australian Museum and Art Gallery of South Australia are all within a stone’s throw of each other.

Hop on the free city tram and excite your taste buds at the Adelaide Central Market. As evening approaches, hire a bicycle and head off on a leisurely ride along the River Torrens. Take in the lovely sights of Adelaide’s riverbank precinct, then muster the courage, if you can, for the Adelaide Oval Roof Climb. As night falls, wind down with dinner at Peel St Restaurant, set on a lively street of small bars and restaurants. If you fancy a nightcap, nearby Clever Little Tailor will look after you.”

The Romantic Option

One of the top spots in Adelaide to spark romance is Windy Point Lookout. Go just before sunset, and watch the sun disappear below the water. Then, if you don’t feel like sitting outside, you can enjoy the same sight over a romantic dinner at the Windy Point Restaurant.

adelaide hotels and spots_windy point
Source: Weekend Notes

The food might not come cheap, but the view is sensational. The River Torrens also has great romantic potential – just find yourselves a cosy spot along the riverbank and settle in for a picnic. If you want something more active, head out on one of the paddleboats.

Another good option is the Botanic Garden, a popular park for wandering hand in hand or sitting by the stream. There are also plenty of other beautiful gardens in and around Adelaide that make a nice date for two.

Book in for a candlelit dinner at Cos 18 Leigh in the evening, where you can feast on fantastic French cuisine from its quaint little alfresco terrace. Few cities can boast a significant vineyard within their boundaries, but the famous Penfolds lets Adelaide do just that.

Dine at its five-star Magill Estate Restaurant, which offers modern Australian fare and one of the most impressive grape cellars in the country. It also happens to overlook five hectares of spectacular beauty.

Adelaide hotels to stay at

•Mayfair Hotel

•The Playford Adelaide, MGallery by Sofitel

•Stamford Grand Adelaide

adelaide hotels and spots_The Playford
Source: Booking

The Adventures Option

While, at first glance, intense, heart-pumping experiences may not be something generally associated with Adelaide’s laid-back atmosphere, there’s actually a whole range of exciting activities that will give you the thrills you’re looking for if you’re adventurous at heart.

Seeking to delve into the world of the fiercest underwater predators in the ocean? Then, enter the waters with the incredible great white shark protected only by a steel cage in Port Lincoln.

On the way, enjoy breathtaking scenery as you cruise through Thorny Passage – expect sightings of inquisitive local dolphins and sea birds. Afterwards, tuck into delicious seafood at Del Giorno’s on Tasman Terrace, overlooking the picturesque Boston Bay – we recommend the locally farmed Mori tuna steaks.

adelaide hotels and spots_Del Giorno's
Source: Del Giorno’s

If your daring spirit hasn’t yet been sated, how about a thrilling flight above the city in a beautifully maintained historic aircraft. There’s a whole range of journeys to choose from, whether you want to soar over low-alt beaches, perform spins, loops and barrel rolls, or simply take to the sky to admire Adelaide’s epic landscapes.

Round things off with dinner at the aforementioned Magill Estate Restaurant, on the city’s fringes.

Adelaide hotels to stay at

•The Franklin Hotel

•Adina Apartment Hotel Adelaide Treasury

•Clarion Hotel Soho

adelaide hotels and spots_Adina
Source: Adina Hotels

The Family-Friendly Option

An excellent first stop is Morialta Conservation Park if you’re travelling with an energetic brood. Here you can embark on an easy hiking trail during which youngsters can scramble over rocks, dip their toes in the shallow creek and tuck into a picnic while perched on a tree-trunk bench.

Adelaide Zoo is another must-do. The second-oldest zoo in the country, having opened in 1883, it’s one of the city’s most iconic attractions. It’s home to more than 2,500 animals and 250 species of exotic and native mammals, birds, reptiles and fish, all exhibited over eight stunning hectares of magnificent botanical surroundings.

Of course, a trip to Adelaide isn’t complete without a trip to one of the best beaches in town. Try Henley for pristine sand, a lovely old wooden jetty, and plenty of cafés and restaurants. You can even hire some bikes and cycle down from the city.

adelaide hotels and spots_henley beach
Source: Tripadvisor

Be sure to book little ones in for the Keeper Kids experience. They can venture behind the scenes to meet some of the most adorable residents of the children’s zoo.

For family-friendly dining, head to Utopia at Waterfall Gully. Although the little ones will love the waterfall setting, they can get stuck into their own kids’ menu and run wild in the open outdoor space.

Adelaide hotels to stay at

•InterContinental Adelaide

•Hilton Adelaide

•Peppers Waymouth Hotel

adelaide hotels and spots_Peppers Waymouth
Source: Peppers

The Restful Option

Take a stroll down North Terrace for a great introduction to Adelaide’s oozings of creativity and culture. Art enthusiasts will delight in the walls of the Art Gallery of South Australia, where you can easily spend a few serene hours wandering the halls.

Permanent exhibitions include works of Australian, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander origin. Uncover the stories of South Australia’s migrants at the Migration Museum and retrace the area’s indigenous history at the South Australian Museum or on a genuinely insightful Aboriginal Cultural Walking Tour.

A visit to Tandanya is a must for contemporary and traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and art. Close to Rymill Park, it’s the country’s oldest Aboriginal-owned and managed multi-arts centre.

Make sure you put the Adelaide Hills on your itinerary, too, along with the town of Hahndorf. Founded by Prussian migrants in 1839, you can tuck into plenty of tasty German bites.

adelaide hotels and spots_Hahndorf
Source: Visit Adelaide Hills

Moreover, keep an eye out for the annual Adelaide Festival, Film Festival, Cabaret Festival and Feast Festival, scheduled throughout the year. Finally, stop by Light Square to see the statue of town planner Colonel William Light, the only person legally allowed to be buried within the city limits.

Adelaide hotels to stay at

•Thorngrove Manor

•Buxton Manor

•Majestic Roof Garden Hotel

adelaide hotels and spots_Thorngrove manor
Source: Thorngrove Manor Hotel

Did You Know?

Adelaide is regarded as one of Australia’s safest cities; it’s also been ranked in the top ten most liveable cities in the world – and, with strict laws on car pollution and littering, it is also one of the cleanest on the planet.



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