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ADELAIDE

          ADELAIDE

          Fine food, great wine, a sense of history and the good life – can all be found in the elegant City of Adelaide – the capital of South
          Australia and home to more than a million people. Often referred to as the ‘the 20 minute city’ – Adelaide offers a relaxed yet
          sophisticated city environment for residents and visitors alike. A small city with a big heart the city is bursting with culture, flavours,
          events, entertainment and exciting new experiences. Adelaide city centre is a blend of historic buildings, wide streets, parklands,
          cafes and restaurants. Adelaide is easy to get around with rolling hills to the east and beaches to the west. With so much to
          discover, it’s the ultimate reward for the curious at heart. Try a locally-brewed craft beer, sip on a classy cocktail and taste
          hundreds of different cuisines at Adelaide’s many chic bars and restaurants or join the café culture lifestyle. Adelaide has a diverse
          cultural mix that guarantees the food is sensational. Some of Adelaide’s beaches are only an easy 20 minute ride on public
          transport. Enjoy white sand, gentle waves and lots of sunshine!

          Events                                                                  Must see & do

          Month    Event Name                     Location                        •	 Adelaide Central Market – a feast for the senses in central Adelaide and
          January  Tour Down Under                                                   open every day except Sunday & Monday.
                                                  Adelaide city and iconic South
          February Adelaide Festival of the Arts  Australian towns                • Dining – The vibrant Peel St and Leigh St Laneways are home to funky
                                                  Various performance and            wine bars and delicious eateries serving up the best of Adelaide’s fresh,
                   Adelaide Fringe Festival       gallery spaces around Adelaide     local produce.
                                                  Multiple locations around
          March    Clipsal 500                    Adelaide                        • Shopping – Rundle Mall, King William Road, Unley Road and outlet
                                                  Adelaide city                      shopping at Harbour Town.
                   WOMADelaide
                                                  Adelaide city                   • Visit a famous wine region – The Barossa, Clare Valley, Adelaide Hills and
                   Barossa Air Show                                                  McLaren Vale.
                                                  Barossa Valley
          May      Clare Valley Gourmet Weekend                                   • Cruise – the mighty Murray River. A day trip, a Captain Cook Cruises 3,
                                                  Clare Valley                       4 or 7 night option. Or be your own captain and hire a Unforgettable
          June     McLaren Vale Sea & Vines                                          Houseboat.
                   Festival                       McLaren Vale
                                                                                  • Hahndorf – the quaint German village is great for a lunch stop & browsing
          September Royal Adelaide Show           Adelaide Showgrounds               the many antique shops.

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