Adelaide is More Than Just Australia's Wine Capital

Most people think of Adelaide as the wine capital of Australia, but they're missing out on a huge part of what makes this city what it is. This is one of the best places in the country to experience the excitement of a big city without the hassle.

Adelaide's centre is comprised of an enchanting mix of historic buildings, cool stores, great restaurants, and expansive avenues. Best of all, Adelaide isn't called the 20-minute city for nothing; all of these great destinations are a quick walk.

If you're a big shopper, head to the Adelaide Central Market, the largest of its kind anywhere in the Southern Hemisphere. From there, drop off your bags at the hotel and take the tram to the suburb of Glenelg, an idyllic destination with gentle surf, and exciting shopping and dining. You could also spend some time in Port Adelaide, well known for its aquatic offerings, including dolphin cruises.

For nature lovers, the Adelaide Botanic Garden can't be beat. Over five thousand roses are on display at the International Rose Garden, a sweet-smelling paradise. You could also take a walk through the Bicentennial Conservatory, the largest glasshouse in all of Australia. After you've had your fill of plants, enjoy their labor with a great glass of wine at the National Wine Centre. This is one of the best starting points for exploration of South Australia's wine heritage.

Amateur anthropologists will appreciate the Australian Aboriginal Cultures Gallery, one of the most respected collections of indigenous artifacts in all of Australia. This gallery provides an interesting contrast with Tandanya, only a few blocks away, which showcases more contemporary Aboriginal culture.

Last, but certainly not least, is Adelaide's impressive collection of art, housed at the Art Gallery of South Australia. In particular, this gallery is well known for its dot paintings of the Western Desert, along with pieces by some of Australia's most respected artists.

Adelaide is also host to some of the most widely attended festivals in all of Australia. These exciting events include the Tour Down Under cycling race, the Clipsal 500 V8 race, and Adelaide Fringe. Adelaide is a pleasure any time of the year, but it comes alive during these festivals.

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