What to do in Garden Island

Activities, attractions and tours

Things to do

Plaza Premium Lounge at Adelaide Airport

Plaza Premium Lounge at Adelaide Airport

฿1,324
per adult
Plaza Premium Lounge at Adelaide Airport
Adelaide: Luggage Storage

Adelaide: Luggage Storage

฿262
per adult
Adelaide: Luggage Storage
Adelaide City Highlights Half Day Tour

Adelaide City Highlights Half Day Tour

฿2,242
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Adelaide City Highlights Half Day Tour
90 Minute Port River Dolphin & Ships Graveyard Cruise

90 Minute Port Adelaide Dolphin & Ships Graveyard Cruise

฿2,055
per adult
90 Minute Port Adelaide Dolphin & Ships Graveyard Cruise
Adelaide: Barossa Day Out: Wines, Brewery, Chocolate & Lunch

Adelaide: Barossa Day Out: Wines, Brewery, Chocolate & Lunch

฿3,713
per adult
Adelaide: Barossa Day Out: Wines, Brewery, Chocolate & Lunch
Adelaide Gems in a Day: Hahndorf, Glenelg Beach, City Tour 6.5hrs

Adelaide Gems in a Day: Hahndorf, Glenelg Beach, City Tour 6.5hrs

฿2,452
per adult
Adelaide Gems in a Day: Hahndorf, Glenelg Beach, City Tour 6.5hrs
Grand Mansions & Sub-Divisions Walking Tour

Grand Mansions & Sub-Divisions Walking Tour

฿1,378
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Grand Mansions & Sub-Divisions Walking Tour
McLaren Vale Wine Tasting & Glenelg Beach Tour from Adelaide

McLaren Vale Wine Tasting & Glenelg Beach Tour from Adelaide

฿2,079
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
McLaren Vale Wine Tasting & Glenelg Beach Tour from Adelaide
Full-Day Barossa Food & Wine Experience

Full-Day Barossa Food & Wine Experience - Small Group Touring

฿4,998
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Barossa Food & Wine Experience - Small Group Touring
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1. Glenelg Beach


The coastal town of Glenelg is a local favorite, ideal for swimming, dining and entertainment. When Europeans first settled in South Australia in 1836, they chose the sandy white shores of Holdfast Bay to build their homes. Almost 180 years later, the town they formed, Glenelg, remains one of the most popular coastal regions in the state.
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A public square with a prominent clock tower, surrounded by trees and buildings.

2. Adelaide Oval

Come to the Adelaide Oval to watch sporting legends clash on the hallowed turf during a footy or cricket match. Boo or roar with the excited fans during a home game, or just sit back and enjoy the spectacle.
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A large, empty stadium with tiered seating and a green field.

3. Rundle Mall

When a 1800 feet (550-meter) stretch of one of Adelaide’s main streets was closed off to cars in 1976, it created more than just a premier shopping precinct. It fused a century of history with contemporary cosmopolitan entertainment, making Rundle Mall the heart of the city.
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Adelaide Arcade with a prominent dome and ornate architecture.

4. Adelaide Zoo

Adelaide is home to Australia’s only not-for-profit zoo, a leader in modern zoological techniques. The Adelaide Zoo features some 300 species, with a total of 1,800 animals inhabiting over 20 acres (eight hectares).
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A panda sitting on a branch in a zoo enclosure.

5. Brighton Beach

Brighton Beach is a large, sandy beach with pretty deep water, making it great for ocean swimming and other summer activities. While usually quieter than Glenelg Beach to the north, there is always something to see and do around Brighton Beach’s old jetty. So, grab your togs and check it out.
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A coastal walkway leading to a sandy beach with clear blue waters.

6. University of Adelaide

Explore the University of Adelaide and its main campus, which contains many of Adelaide’s most beloved historic buildings. Stretching from North Terrace up to the River Torrens, the spacious university grounds are an interesting place to visit for historical landmarks and the buzz of the institution’s research and learning.
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A historic church with a pointed steeple and a statue in the foreground.

What to do in Garden Island

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Adelaide Central Business District

Victoria Square and Adelaide Town Hall are top sights in Adelaide Central Business District, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Victoria Square - Tarndanyangga Tram Stop or Rundle Mall Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.

A historic building with a clock tower, palm trees, and a cafe.

Glenelg

Enjoy the stunning beaches in Glenelg. Jetty Road is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Jetty Road (Stop 16) Tram Stop or Moseley Square (Stop 17) Tram Stop to see more of Adelaide.

A stone building with a sign for 'Hot Draughthaus' and 'Buffet'.

Hahndorf

Unique features of Hahndorf include the spas and bars. Make a stop by Hahndorf Hill Winery or Udder Delights Cheese Cellar while you're exploring the area.

A vineyard with rows of grapevines in front of a stone building with a green roof.

McLaren Vale

Wineries, coffee shops and spas are some highlights of McLaren Vale. Make a stop by Wirra Wirra Vineyards or d'Arenberg Wines while you're exploring.

A large cathedral with two tall spires and a circular window.

North Adelaide

North Adelaide is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Adelaide Oval or North Adelaide Golf Course.

Day trip destinations from Garden Island

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