The capital of South Australia, Adelaide is a vibrant and charming city with a population of around one million people and a climate that lends itself to a relaxed way of life.
Adelaide, which is dissected by the Torrens River and surrounded by parklands, boasts a reputation as the 20 minute city because it never takes more than half an hour to get to where you want to be.
The city is not only home to the largest greenhouse in the Southern hemisphere with the Bicentennial Conservatory at the Botanic Gardens, but also the world’s largest collection of Aboriginal artefacts at the South Australian Museum’s Aboriginal Cultures Gallery.
Adelaide reportedly has more restaurants per head than any other Australian city, most of which are reasonably priced and cater for a wide spectrum of tastes from Thai to Italian to modern Australian bush tucker.
If you prefer the café culture then head for Rundle Street and North Adelaide, which both offer a wide selection, although it is worth remembering that smoking is banned in all public buildings and most restaurants.
The drinking of alcohol is also banned in public places, but to sample the best nightlife that Adelaide has to offer head for Rundle and Hindley Streets.
Adelaide offers both budget and luxury accommodation with the Hyatt Regency Adelaide an example of the latter. Other, cheaper, alternatives include the Adelaide Central Youth Hostel, Adelaide Granada Motor Inn, Kiwi Lodge and the Ambassadors Hotel.