Top Adelaide Cultural Tours

Adelaide’s food scene is so much more than fun foods and frog shaped cakes. This 3-hour tour helps you uncover Adelaide’s modern food scene. Taste local S.A wine and produce, experience multicultural cuisine and visit unique venues you need a local guide to help you discover. As we wander between stops, your guide will tell you stories of the city, its local characters and culture. This is truly an odyssey though Adelaide and its thriving food scene. Why Choose This Tour? • Experience the full array of Adelaide’s food scene • Visit 10 different food stops across Adelaide • Visit the Adelaide foodie hot spots of the East End, West End and Central Markets • Hear tales about the city and its history and culture. • Finish with a coffee or tea at Adelaide’s oldest Coffeeshop • Taste native indigenous flavours, multicultural cuisines and South Australian produce. • Give back to the local community - We donate $2 of the tour price to support local homeless and indigenous charities

Experience a fun and insightful journey around Adelaide with this guided walking tour. Learn the lay of the land as you traverse the city streets, going back in time to discover the history of Adelaide while exploring the modern-day landmarks that make this city so special, including a vibrant nightlife and great food spots. The perfect way to start any trip to Adelaide, this tour includes public art, Indigenous history, and a trip to the Central Market.

Enjoy an in-depth tour of the iconic Adelaide Oval that offers a behind-the-scenes look at the famous sporting venue. Your knowledgeable guide shares both old and new features, as well as hidden secrets, of the Oval during your tour. Visit areas that are usually off-limits to the public, learn about the venue's heritage, and hear stories of the famous music groups and sports teams that have performed at the venue.

Welcome to Adelaide, a city that doesn’t rush to impress — yet quietly wins you over. Wide streets, fresh air, and parklands create a calm that feels intentional, not accidental. This walk reveals Adelaide step by step: food-filled laneways, lively markets, grand civic buildings, playful public art, leafy squares, and riverside pauses. One moment you’re following the smell of dumplings, the next you’re standing among stories carved in stone and bronze. Adelaide’s magic is balance. Heritage sits easily beside modern life, culture feels confident without being loud, and the city invites you to slow down. Walk at your own pace. Linger, wander, grab a coffee. Adelaide works best when you let it set the rhythm — and it’s very good at that.

Explore the town of Hahndorf, Australia’s oldest surviving German settlement, on a half-day tour from Adelaide. Admire the heritage architecture on North Terrace; savor sweeping city views from Adelaide’s highest peak, Mt. Lofty; shop and taste at Beerenberg Farm; and enjoy some free time to explore Hahndorf. Includes afternoon tea or a beer tasting. Transportation in a climate-controlled vehicle, and onboard commentary, saves you having to self-drive.

This Port Adelaide tour is a captivating 90-minute walking journey where stories are revealed around every corner. We will showcase the area’s rich history, vibrant street art, and intriguing stories—from its notorious characters and past as Port Misery to uncovering Australia’s only surviving traditional sailmaker. Afterward, you have the option to enjoy a scenic 90-minute cruise along the Port River, where you’ll spot dolphins and explore the iconic Ships Graveyard. This allows you to experience the charm of Port Adelaide through a unique blend of land and water exploration. Why Choose This Tour? • The perfect way to explore Port Adelaide • Learn about the areas stories as you wander historic streets • Plenty of free time at the start or end to explore Port Adelaide at your leisure • Give back to the local community - We donate $2 of the tour price to support local homeless and indigenous charities

Explore the vibrant East End of Adelaide in the early evening on this 2-hour Food Tour. You’ll visit four unique venues, each showcasing diverse food options. This tour highlights local street art and shares fascinating stories of the city’s culture and history. Accompanied by an experienced local guide, enjoy a relaxed atmosphere as you uncover hidden gems and savor delicious bites. Ideal for food lovers and those looking to experience Adelaide from a different perspective, this tour also supports the local community with a donation to charities. - Visit 4 different food stops in Adelaide’s East End - Discover local street art and unique stories from your guide - Small group size (max 12 people) for a personalized experience - Supports local charities with a donation from each ticket sold

Our tour begins at the bustling Adelaide Central Market, a food lover’s paradise and one of the oldest markets in the country. We’ll wind our way through the city’s historic streets, discovering hidden gems and fascinating tales, before finishing at the Dardanelles Memorial. Go at your own pace. The tour never expires. This is a Hands Free experience that plays as you walk. Go anytime, the tour is all outside.

Explore Adelaide's vibrant culture and unique stories on this engaging 4-hour tour, featuring a 3-hour walking experience and a 50-minute Central Market tour. Discover the city's highlights while strolling past iconic landmarks and learning about it’s rich indigenous heritage. The adventure culminates in the Central Markets, where you’ll enjoy 10 delicious tastings from local stall holders. Perfect for food lovers and those eager to learn about Adelaide, this small group tour ensures personalized attention and insider knowledge. - Uncover Adelaide's intriguing stories and main highlights - Enjoy a guided tour of the Central Markets with 10 tastings - Maximum group size of 12 ensures a personalized experience - Tour supports local charities with a donation from each ticket

For those seeking an urban wine experience, unlock Adelaide’s hip East End area on this wine walk! Visiting three locations showcasing the diversity of Adelaide's bar scene, enjoy wines based off recommendations and flavours of the moment. It's a sojourn through Adelaide’s bars that will have you feeling local in no time. Do you know what you like, or do you want to try new things? Do you want a progressive experience for your palate, or just strictly red wines? This wine walk is a flexible journey, where you choose your own adventure. Sparkling, white and red wines are available at all locations for your consumption and can be tasted how you see fit! The Adelaide Wine Walk (East End) allows the chance to appreciate how South Australia earned its title as a Great Wine Capital with a born-and-raised local guide. Discover how Adelaide and its population embrace its wine culture in this intimate experience, bringing South Australian wines to you right in the heart of the city.

On this private Adelaide walking tour, you'll hear about the history and culture that has shaped Adelaide into what it is today. Your born-and-raised local guide gives you a warm welcome to our friendly city, providing an orientation of Adelaide's main streets and key landmarks. You will stop by important spots including Adelaide Arcade and Town Hall, before finishing outside the Adelaide Central Market. This tour provides you with understanding of how Adelaide's history has impacted the present - walk away with greater knowledge about what makes the city vibrant and modern, and leave armed with recommendations on how to continue your Adelaide stay. *For bookings of two or more, this tour runs for two hours. If one person is on the booking, it runs for 90 minutes (1.5 hours). *We offer the use of hearing devices on private tours for an extra $10 per person (earpieces or T-coil portable hearing loops). Please inform us on booking if you'd like this option.

Adelaide's most historic and beautiful coastal suburb is only a 30-minute tram ride out of the city centre. Our meeting spot is just a few steps away from where you alight the tram. As soon as you start the tour you are quickly enveloped in the historic charm of Glenelg as we regale you with stories about South Australia’s first mainland settlement and its characters. We will walk beside beautiful long sandy beaches, wander along historic streets and gaze upon luxurious seaside mansions while showing you the best spots to eat and shop in Glenelg. Discover why over 1 million tourists visit Glenelg each year. With its laid back coastal atmosphere it offers the perfect afternoon escape from the bustle of city life. This tour gives you the ultimate introduction to Glenelg in just 90 minutes. Informative, fun and immersive, you will have plenty of free time after to explore Glenelg at your leisure and enjoy its many attractions, activities and lively dining and shopping scene.

This leisurely walking tour explores the North Terrace area of Adelaide. Filled with cultural institutions and other public buildings, this mile-long avenue also boasts many historical buildings, including an 1838 church, the colonial-era Ayers House, and the Adelaide Casino in a restored 1920s railway station. Tour highlights include Parliament House, Adelaide University, the War Memorial, and more.

Cruise along the River Torrens in Adelaide with this express option, getting an overview of the area in under an hour. Cover more ground than you would on foot, while also being able to relax on board. Listen to live commentary from the skipper and learn about the historical importance of the river and its surroundings. Check off sights including the Festival Center, St. Peter's Cathedral, Adelaide University, and more.

Skip the guidebooks and experience Adelaide through the eyes of a local on this small-group tour of the city's top spots. Led by a born-and-raised Adelaidean, explore hidden gems, plus historic and cultural highlights. As you wander the northern half of Adelaide’s city center—including the beautiful North Terrace Cultural Precinct, the Adelaide Riverbank area, and Adelaide Town Hall—listen to engaging commentary and hear anecdotes you won't get anywhere else. It's the perfect way to get your bearings if you're new to the city.

Learn more about Adelaide through its food than you could alone on this fun food-focused tour of the central city. With a small group of like-minded travelers visit many boutique food shops and markets, sampling local produce as you go. Stop for lunch and have time to shop at the Central Market. This is an ideal activity for chefs, foodies, and anyone who enjoys tasty food.

This unique walking tour will take you off the main roads and into the city’s laneways and back streets, where vibrant street art breathes life into hidden walls. As you stroll through lesser-known corners of Adelaide, you’ll discover stories on Adelaide characters, lesser known sites and an impressive collection of murals, graffiti, and installations that showcase the creativity of local artists and the city's evolving urban culture. This tour shows you a different side of Adelaide in just 2 hours. You will gaze upon Adelaide's smallest door, various Urban canvases on buildings and even beneath your feet, meet Adelaide's first business woman, and learn about our original market area. You will uncover a side of Adelaide that is rarely seen making it a tour great for first time visitors and locals alike to experience.

Embark on a full-day tour from Adelaide that includes a 3-hour Murray River cruise and time to explore the German town of Hahndorf. Start with views of Adelaide at Mount Lofty Summit then head to Bridgewater Mill to see its iconic static display waterwheel. Then board the "Captain Proud" paddle wheeler for your 3-hour Murray River cruise. Learn about the river’s history, culture, and ecosystem from the live commentary while feasting on a 2-course lunch. After, enjoy a short sightseeing tour and free time in the German village of Hahndorf.

Join this locally led walking tour in Hahndorf to get a well-rounded understanding of village life and heritage. Your guide takes care of all the logistics and tells you local stores as you tour, so you just need to enjoy the walk. See St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Ophelia Cottage, The Haus Restaurant, and much more, including places you’d never find on your own.

A Relaxed Day of Scenic Views, Wildlife & Local Experiences: Enjoy a full day of stunning scenery, charming towns, and native wildlife! After a comfortable pickup from Adelaide CBD & Glenelg Hotels, we’ll head to Mount Lofty for panoramic views over the city and surrounding hills. Next, spend a leisurely hour in Hahndorf, wandering its picturesque main street, exploring local shops, and soaking in the village’s storybook charm. We then continue to Victor Harbor, where a delicious lunch is included, and you’ll have time to explore the coastal town. For a touch of nostalgia, you can ride the iconic horse-drawn tram (optional, at your own cost). The day concludes with a visit to Urimbirra Wildlife Park, where you can meet native animals up close. After a memorable day of nature, wildlife, and local experiences, you’ll be returned to your accommodation feeling relaxed and inspired.

There's plenty to see in Adelaide and its surrounding area, but knowing where to get started can be tough. Take out the guesswork and leave the logistics to someone else on this full-day tour that checks off multiple locations in one go. From the historic town of Hahndorf (once a German settlement), to Goolwa (where the Murrey River meets the sea), and Victor Harbor (a former whaling port), plus much more, there's plenty to see and do. Lunch is included to keep things simple.

Southern Cultural Immersion proudly operates on the land of the Kaurna people, the Traditional Owners of the Adelaide region. Get to know the historical and cultural significance of the Adelaide Botanic Garden, one of Adelaide's premier tourist locations. As you embark on this interactive group tour led by a First Nations guide, be exposed to the stunning gardens and the abundance of native plants growing on Kaurna Yerta. Discover the Indigenous plants and their traditional uses, to learn about the significant connection between Aboriginal people and their Country. Please Note: The message function on Viator/Tripadvisor is not regularly monitored. Please contact us via phone call if you require assistance on the day.

Head out on an easy walking tour with a small group around lower North Adelaide. The tour includes sites such as public institutions, statues, and monuments, including Lincoln College and Kentish Arms Hotel, plus significant estates and cottages. Learn about the culture, architecture, and history of this affluent residential section of Adelaide.