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Best Travel Tips for Visiting Adelaide, Australia

Deepa Kartha
Adelaide, the capital of South Australia, is not as popular as the cities in the Eastern coast of the country. However, not many know that Adelaide is a hidden gem of Australia that has a lot to offer to its tourists.

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Why Visit Adelaide?
Unlike popular belief, Adelaide is not boring. Rather, right from an amazing climate to great food and from ample wildlife to gorgeous beaches, Adelaide has everything to keep its visitors happy and entertained. Plus, it is one of the cheapest cities to visit when compared to other Australian cities.

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Best Time to Visit Adelaide
The best time to visit the city would depend on your requirements. If weather is your deciding factor, the summer months (October to February) are the best. However, if budget is a concern, the spring (September to November) and fall season (March to May) are the best.
Avoid traveling to Adelaide during winter months (June to August), as the cold weather and rains can spoil your holiday plans.

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Where to Stay in Adelaide?

From luxury to budget-friendly, a variety of accommodation is available in Adelaide. You can choose among beach-side family apartments, luxury hotels, artsy hotels and hostels here.

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Things to Do in Adelaide
Right from sightseeing to chilling at the beach, things to do in Adelaide are endless. Whatever might be your interests, you would find ample things to do in this South Australian city.

Stroll in Adelaide Botanical Gardens
The Adelaide Botanical gardens is one of the best gardens not just in Australia but also in the world. While it is perfect for relaxing, it also houses different species of plants. The rainforest house here is quite interesting.

Visit Glenelg

A beachside town, Glenelg in Adelaide is known for its beautiful beaches as well as quaint little cafes and restaurants. Apart from chilling out, the beaches here are perfect for swimming, cycling and playing volleyball.

Explore South Australian Museum
History buffs should definitely visit South Australian Museum, a natural history museum. Founded in 1856, this museum is home to more than 4 million specimens and objects, including cultural artifacts about the Australian Aboriginals.

Checkout the Art Gallery of South Australia
Art lovers should pay a visit to Art Gallery of South Australia, one of the most important visual arts museum in Australia. The exhibits include international as well as Australian art, including both colonial and indigenous Australian art, since the 1800s.

Hike on Mount Lofty

The highest point of Mount Lofty Ranges, Mount Lofty not only takes you away from the crowded city center but also gives you marvelous views of the city skyline.

Be a Part of the Adelaide Festival

One of the main reasons that people travel to Adelaide is the Adelaide Festival, which happens in February-March every year. It is one of the largest art festivals in the world, where all kinds of arts, be it music, dance, theater, painting, etc. are celebrated.

Meet Exotic Animals at the Adelaide Zoo

The second oldest zoo in Australia, the Adelaide Zoo is home to 300 native and exotic species. However, the star attractions of the zoo are two giant pandas, Funi and Wang Wang.

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Essential Tips for Visiting Adelaide

The cheapest way of traveling in Adelaide is by public bus. You can also rent a bicycle to explore the city. The city is known for its pedestrian zones, making walking tours quite popular here.

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Always buy opals and other precious stones and jewelry from special stores. Avoid street vendors, as they may sell you fake instead of the original ones.
Tipping is not mandatory in local restaurants, although you can pay 10% of the total bill amount in fine dining restaurants.

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Always round the amount to the nearest dollar while paying the taxi driver.
Carry a three point pin adapter for your electronic devices during your trip to Adelaide or anywhere in Australia.