12 Reasons Why Adelaide Should Be Your Next Holiday Destination
We found out so much about this culturally rich and picturesque city that we never knew about before!
Published for Sponsored , 25 Jan 2014, 01:05 AM — Updated almost 10 years ago
1. The food in Adelaide is the cheapest among ALL other Australian capital cities
The Federal Government's State of Australian Cities 2012 reported that Adelaide has the least expensive food, mortgage interest, and financial and insurance services than other capital city.
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2. It's nicknamed the '20-minute city' so getting around is easy and snappy
It's really easy to get around Adelaide by foot or public transportation. Adelaide is nicknamed the '20-minute city'.
Image via adelaidesightseeing.com.auAdelaide is renowned for being highly accessible. Arguably one can reach any point in the city within a period of 20 minutes thus the nickname of '20 minutes' city. This essentially suggests that any high profile location in Adelaide including the airport, city centre, beaches can be accessed within 20 minutes.
It is also said that you can walk to any of the hotspots within the city in 20 minutes from any of the hotels in the city.
weekendnotes.com3. You get to experience Australian culture AND the charm of Europe
The town features a cavalcade of Euro-centric specialty and craft shops, German-style pubs, and various bakeries that accurately reflect some of the key staples of German culture.
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If you're looking to get a taste of Europe without leaving Aussie shores, there are few better places to do so than Hahndorf, classified as Australia's oldest surviving German settlement in Adelaide.
Featuring a charming blend of architectural, historical, cultural and culinary delights and with a strong European influence, Adelaide provides a refreshing chance of pace when compared to some of the other, larger capital cities in Australia.
4. There are lots of beautiful beaches that are perfect for family picnics and scenic walks in the daytime, and nightlife and shopping by sundown
HENLEY Beach has been named Adelaide's best beach for coffee or lunch with friends.
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There is a sandy white beach, charming heritage hotels and bustling shops, sidewalks cafes and summer entertainment. You can also swim with wild dolphins, go diving or snorkelling or join a fishing charter.
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Jetty Road is the shopping and dining hub for beachside Glenelg, one of Adelaide's most popular beaches.
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5. They are big on street food
Does this remind you of a Ramlee burger? Burger Theory at Rundell Street, Adelaide
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Coming from Malaysia I love the idea of good street food and this culture seems to be spreading right here in Adelaide with the burger boys setting high standards. - Blogger 'Foodie Ling'
The area is particularly popular for its Asian cuisines - specifically, its range of high-end Chinese restaurants (a result of playing host to Adelaide's Chinatown) - however, there are dining options from the majority of major fares across the globe such as Italian, French, Indian and many more. Some of the top-rated restaurants within this precinct include Concubine Chinese Restaurant, The Thali Room (Indian) and the Loft Oyster and Wine Bar (seafood), to name just a few.
6. Speaking of food, you can buy the freshest produce Australia has to offer at the famed 150-year-old Adelaide Central Market
The 150+ year-old Adelaide Central Market. It’s no secret that when people think food in Adelaide, there’s one place that is bound to have the freshest and most diverse range. From well-known locations to secret nooks, there’s always a new place to eat, or at least a new dish to try.
Image via adelaidesightseeing.com.auNo other major Australian city market can compare. Make this a food experiential occasion instead of an occasional experience and let each week's seasonal produce determine your upcoming culinary menus. I'm sure we all have our favourite stalls for cheese, coffee, smallgoods, meat, fish, fruit, vegetables, bread, olives, pasta, nuts, chocolate, lollies, health foods, honey, eating, etc. All stall owners are passionate about what they do, source and sell -it's inspiring.
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7. Adelaide is known as the Festival State. You get to immerse yourself in a thriving scene of art, music and culture whenever you want.
When mad March rolls around, its easy to see why Adelaide is called ‘The Festival State.’ With the Fringe, the Adelaide Festival, Docoweek and the Clipsal 500 all jam packed into only a few weeks, Adelaide really comes alive. Pop up bars have been all the rage in Adelaide this month during the Fringe Festival too, with them ‘popping up’ all over town.
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With a reputation for bold and adventurous programming and located in a city of perfect size, setting and climate, Adelaide Festival holds a unique place in the Australian creative landscape.
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Adelaide Festival is an internationally renowned multi-arts festival with a long and successful history.
With a reputation for bold and adventurous programming and located in a city of perfect size, setting and climate, Adelaide Festival holds a unique place in the Australian creative landscape.
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Moving Music is a roaming music festival that has loudly explored the streets of Adelaide since 2012.
Image via weekendnotes.comAdelaide Fringe is an annual open-access arts festival run over four weeks in Adelaide, South Australia during February and March. Artists from around Australia and across the globe participate alongside home-grown talent, in art forms spanning cabaret, comedy, circus, dance, film, theatre, puppetry, music, visual art and design.
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The Cafe Series brings all the great things in life - music, food & wine, cafe culture - together in a relaxed format for your enjoyment.
Image via imgur.com8. Your dream of going on an African safari ala National Geographic will become a reality here
Spotting lions at the close-range zoo in Monarto, 70km from the city of Adelaide.
Image via primeminitours.comAt Monarto Zoo, a 45 minutes' drive from downtown Adelaide, they can stroke an imperiously aloof cheetah and sidle so close to the zoo's two lions and four lionesses that they can smell their last meal. Each bus stop is located at a large viewing platform where visitors have excellent, elevated vantage points to watch rhinos, lions, cheetahs, hunting dogs, hyenas, antelopes, zebras and Australia's largest giraffe herd wandering ''freely'' in enclosures that are several hectares in size.
9. You also get to see all of Australia's most-loved wildlife in their natural habitat in a beautiful place called Kangaroo Island
For those with limited time, experience the main highlights of Kangaroo Island on this one day comprehensive tour. As one of our most popular day tours, you will see all of the major attractions Kangaroo Island has to offer – walk amongst the Sea-lions, photograph the iconic Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch and see Koalas and other wildlife in their natural habitat.
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11. Adelaide is flowing with wine and dripping with chocolate
The Adelaide Hills is one of the largest geographical wine regions in Australia, and amongst the most diverse in terms of climate, soil and topography. The region consists of two registered sub-regions, Lenswood and Piccadilly Valley.
Image via primeminitours.comThe Adelaide Hills is Australia's most vibrant cool climate wine region. With over 90 wine labels and 48 cellar doors, it is acknowledged internationally for its distinctive premium wines, viticulture and stunning scenery.
The Adelaide Hills is one of the largest geographical wine regions in Australia.
A chocolate lover's dream-come-true, Haigh's Chocolates are arguably some of the best chocolates in Australia, and its main building adds a dose of historic flair to the proceedings with its interesting architectural flair and location at Rundle Mall.
12. Lonely Planet listed it at number 9 in their 2014 Top Cities of the World list
Adelaide was listed at number nine of Lonely Planet's 2014 Top Cities of the World
Image via alreadyhome.com.auPARIS is on top and Zurich, Vancouver and Shanghai are ahead but Adelaide sits proudly at No. 9, on Lonely Planet's 2014 Top 10 Cities of the world.
The 2014 Lonely Planet Best in Travel guide reveals Adelaide as a cultural Mecca, with events such as the Fringe, WOMADelaide and the Tour Down Under.
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Did your heart skip a beat reading any of those? You should experience Adelaide for yourself this 2014. How about a free trip?
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