Top Adelaide Walking Tours

Go beyond the highlights on this comprehensive walking tour of Adelaide, which includes both top attractions and less-known local spots. Learn about Adelaide’s diverse culture and history as you visit sights such as Rundles Mall, Adelaide University, Parliament House, and Adelaide Central Market, and receive plenty of insider tips and recommendations on what to see and do in the city.

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.

Touring Adelaide in a small group with the aid of a guide to give the sights you see vital context helps ensure you don’t miss the same things other tourists do. Things such as hidden city gems that only the locals know, the stories behind Adelaide’s top attractions, and a spot on a scenic river cruise.

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.

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.

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.

Discover Adelaide’s spectacular wildlife and rich maritime history during this fascinating guided Port River cruise, on a modern boat with a bathroom on board. Look for wild bottlenose dolphins at the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary—and maybe calves at warmer times of year—then capture epic photos of rusting hulks in the river’s Ships’ Graveyard. Birders will enjoy a glide by the Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary, too.

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.

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.

Explore Adelaide through the eyes of Jimmy C, a street artist known for his drip-style art. Learn about one artist's journey, how street art collaborations come together and how an artist can be so variously inspired. Wander through Rundle Street East, Rundle Mall and Chinatown as you admire Jimmy C's best works.

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.

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.

Unwinding at bars is a fun way to finish a day of sightseeing in Adelaide, but it can be hard to know where to start with so many options. A bar crawl lets you benefit from the local knowledge of your guide and visit bars that you otherwise wouldn’t discover yourself. Plus, learn more about the city as your guide leads you through its laneways and shares local insights.

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.

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

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.

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.

Discover Port Adelaide’s fascinating stories and relaxed pub vibe on this small-group walk. Known by early settlers as Port Misery, you’ll hear the stories that shaped this vital heritage place and understand how it functions today. See how beautiful architecture, intriguing tales and modern street art all give the Port its unique appeal, including a visit to a local business to see how new and old elements of the area seamlessly intertwine. You’ll also appreciate port life as the locals did – and still do – by visiting a pub for a refreshment included in your ticket price. Participants under 18 will receive a non-alcoholic drink, while adults have a choice of an alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage. We’ll make sure you get the most out of the Port by sending you a recommendations list after your tour!

Trace the origin of your natural skincare products during a tour of the Jurlique farm in Adelaide. Swap the busy city for the serenity of nature as you embark on a tour of the farmstead for an insider’s insight into biodynamic farming processes and the history of the Australian company.

Travel from Adelaide to Kangaroo Island, one of Australia’s most popular wildlife destinations, on this activity-filled day trip by ferry and coach that takes care of all the logistics. Discover natural attractions from Seal Bay Conservation Park to the Remarkable Rocks. Then, discover wildlife ranging from wallabies and echidnas to fur seals and sea lions, and even get up close with koalas and kangaroos.

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

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.

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.