Top South Australia Walking Tours

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.

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 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

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.

For crime aficionados and history buffs, Adelaide’s dark past can be hard to discover. Get to know the secrets that lurk beneath its serene streets on this guided walking tour, led by a host who’s deeply familiar with the city’s crime scenes and criminals alike. Discover a past where danger waited around every corner and alleyways concealed mysteries, scandals, and even killers.

Explore the captivating landscapes of South Australia on this full-day tour that seamlessly combines nature, culture, and wildlife. Start at Mount Lofty Summit for panoramic views over Adelaide before visiting the charming village of Hahndorf, where you can wander through its heritage streets and boutique shops. Enjoy a delicious lunch at Victor Harbor, and immerse yourself in the relaxed coastal atmosphere. The day includes an entry to Urimbirra Wildlife Park, providing an unforgettable experience to interact with native Australian animals. Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off from Adelaide CBD and Glenelg make this tour an easy choice for a day filled with adventure and discovery. - Full-day scenic tour featuring nature and wildlife - Visit Mount Lofty Summit for stunning views of Adelaide - Explore the German village of Hahndorf at your leisure - Enjoy lunch at Victor Harbor and hands-on experiences at Urimbirra Wildlife Park

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 of the Oval during your 90-minute tour. Learn about the old scoreboard, the 100-year-old Moreton Bay fig trees, and the famous music groups and sports teams that have performed at the venue. Cricket fans can delve into cricket memorabilia at the Bradman Museum, also located within the Oval complex.

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.

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.

Discover Adelaide on both land and water. With our 2 hour walking tour and a 45 minute river cruise run by Popeye River Cruises you will make the most of your time in Adelaide. Start with our relaxed, informative, and fun walking tour which provides a great introduction to this captivating city. We will leisurely stroll past the highlights of Central Adelaide and hear compelling narratives of Adelaide's colourful characters, indigenous heritage, and learn why the wall street journal described it as Australia’s coolest city. Our walking tour will end at the River Torrens where you will then board a stunning heritage boat. Admire the ever-changing landscapes that line the waterways as you float down the beautiful river that snakes through the heart of the city and pass by famed attractions like the Festival Centre, the Entertainment Centre and the SAHMRI. Take the option to disembark nearing the end of the cruise if you choose and see Adelaide Zoo and the Botanic Gardens along the way.

The Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the best places on Kangaroo Island to spot native wildlife, home to koalas, kangaroos, tammar wallabies, and more. On this evening walking tour, explore the sanctuary with a guide and maximize your chance of wildlife sightings. See the animals at their most active during the cooler hours of sunset and continue exploring after dark, when nocturnal animals such as echidnas and possums come out to play.

A famous travel blogger is found dead during a ghost tour on Adelaide's North Terrace. Her boyfriend claims innocence, the ghost tour guide is hiding something, and the clues don't add up. Can you crack the case? You'll gather evidence at 12 real locations along North Terrace. Interrogate suspects, decode hidden messages, and piece together a web of jealousy and dark secrets. Every clue brings you closer to issuing your arrest warrant. Your investigation takes you past Adelaide's most iconic landmarks on the grand cultural boulevard, from heritage facades to hidden corners most visitors never find. Real local history is woven into every stop. Start anytime, pause whenever you like, and pick up where you left off. The app provides clues and a map to guide you. Allow around 90 minutes for the full 3.6 km route. Perfect for couples looking for a unique date night, friends who love true crime, or solo detectives ready to crack the case.

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.

The Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the best places on Kangaroo Island to spot native wildlife. On this small-group walking tour, follow the sanctuary’s famous Koala Walk, which is only accessible as part of a guided tour. Accompanied by a guide, gain insight into the many different animals and look out for koalas, kangaroos, tammar wallabies, and more.

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

Immerse yourself in Adelaide’s 150-year-old Central Market—and let your guide take the lead in navigating the market and which stalls to visit—on this small-group lunch tour. Stop at 10 different stalls for 10 different bites as you discover South Australian cuisine with your local guide and other foodies. Your guide shares insights, history, and their favorite other food spots around the city for a true local experience.

There's more to Adelaide than meets the eye. This self-guided walking quest reveals the city's secrets through interactive puzzles, riddles, and stories delivered straight to your smartphone. Follow the trail from stop to stop, each one unlocking a new piece of the puzzle. It's sightseeing meets adventure — and it's completely at your pace. Available 24/7, this 1–2 hour private quest needs no reservation. Available in 5+ languages.

The Adelaide Central Market is a massive fresh produce market right in the heart of the city. On this morning tour of the Market, sample so much of the food on offer – fruits, baked goods and specialty goods – and learn from the growers and makers themselves about how they make their products. Designed by an expert in Australian cuisine, this tour will help you find the best of the market without getting overwhelmed.

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.

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.

This walking tour of North Adelaide stands apart from other walking tours by focusing on the history—from the colonial era onward—and architecture of the neighborhood. Follow a full itinerary to roughly two-dozen historical sites from local homes and villas to rectories, churches, hotels, and colleges. Your guide helps tie the buildings of note to local historical figures who lived in them.

Coffin Bay oysters are some of the best in South Australia and this guided tour offers a completely unique experience. Wade out into the water to watch the oysters being harvested, learn all about oyster farming from the farmers, and have a go at shucking oysters. Finish by tasting fresh-from-the-ocean Pacific and Angasi Oysters, accompanied by a glass of wine, a bottle of sparkling wine, or a delicious seafood platter (depending on tour option selected).

Discover the supernatural side of the Adelaide Gaol on a 2-hour ghost tour of the historic prison. Rumored to be one of Australia’s most haunted locations, the Adelaide Gaol is also one of the oldest buildings in the city. Hear spooky stories of prisoners from the past and their ghosts who are rumored to still haunt the building. Learn about Adelaide’s history and its most notorious criminals as your guide shares informative and entertaining commentary on this spine-tingling evening tour.