Locale » Sights & Regions
Adelaide Oval (600 m)
Adelaide Oval is a major sporting destination in Australia – home to Australian Rules Football, cricket, and international music stars (like Metallica in November 2025!). Get the adrenaline pumping and great views over the city by walking Adelaide Oval’s Roof Climb. At ground level, you can learn about ‘the Don’ at the Bradman Museum or get up close and personal at his statue outside the Oval. The Don is undisputed as the world’s best batsman of all time. The best batsman playing today (Smith; Australia) is at 56.75. They don’t make them like that anymore!
South Australian Museum (900 m)
The South Australian Museum has five floors and endless history and objects to discover. From the first signs of early complex life, through the most comprehensive collection of Australian Aboriginal cultural material in the world, to meteorites from out of this world. There is something for everyone at the Museum.
Art Gallery of South Australia (900 m)
the Art Gallery of South Australia is home to one of Australia’s great art collections. The collection comprises of over 45,000 works of art spanning from Australia, Europe, North America and Asia and includes one of the most important collections of Indigenous art in Australia. Carefully curated exhibitions and displays provide a unique experience, taking you through the history of art, up to present day in surprising and unexpected ways.
Botanic Gardens (1.6 km)
Just a short stroll from the city is the Adelaide Botanic Garden, spanning 50 hectares. The historic garden (opened in 1857) features some of Australia's finest plant collections, beautifully-landscaped gardens, majestic avenues and stunning architecture. Don’t miss the conference banquet which will be held in the Rose Garden – which blooms from October – April.
National Wine Centre (1.9 km)
The National Wine Centre of Australia is a world-renowned attraction that offers a unique and memorable experience for wine enthusiasts, industry professionals, and tourists alike. Offering an extensive selection of food and wine experiences ranging from a sommelier hosted tasting from the country’s largest selection of Australian wines, to a more causal ‘taste-on-demand’ selection from over 120 daily wines. If you like wine, this is the place to be!
Penfolds Magill Estate (9 km)
Nestled in the foothills of Adelaide and only 15 minutes from the CBD, Penfolds Magill Estate is the original home of Penfolds wines and of Australia’s most prized wine, the famous Grange Hermitage! Join the wine education team for a tasting of Penfolds’ famous labels, see the vineyard where the Grange story started, and dine on South Australian produce in the award-winning restaurant. If you’re lucky, or perhaps very wealthy, you might even get a tasting of the ever-elusive grange!
Glenelg (11 km)
Glenelg is a sandy metropolitan beach, near the Adelaide Airport and only a short tram ride from the city. Glenelg’s Jetty Road comes alive in the warm sunshine, filled with locals and tourists alike. The tram stops where the jetty extends out from the coast. Glenelg is a perfect location to enjoy Adelaide’s stunning sunsets over the ocean.
Cleland Wildlife Park (20 km)
A short 20 min drive from the city centre is the Cleland conservation area. Go for a short hike or ride through the Aussie bush before a relaxing lunch at the Cleland wildlife park café before getting up close and personal with some Aussie icons. Kangaroos, koalas, cockatoos, and emus. They are all found at Cleland. Don’t miss a chance to visit Cleland with your MicroTAS friends on the Thursday afternoon tour!
Adelaide Hills (Hahndorf, 28 km)
The Adelaide Hills, located east of Adelaide, is a cool-climate wine region known for its vineyards, scenic beauty, and charming towns like Hahndorf, and spectacular views over the hills and the city. Grab a car and go for a drive, or if you want to sample some of the local beverages, take a tour to make the most of the experience.
Maclaren Vale (42 km)
Only 45 minutes south of Adelaide in South Australia, McLaren Vale Wine Region is a wine and food tourism destination like no other. The close proximity to pristine beaches and stunning natural landscape influences everything from the type of wine we produce to the relaxed convivial lifestyle we lead. Blended with architectural wonders, world class wines and produce - both on the farm and on the plate - with a beach lifestyle, ensures that a unique and welcoming experience for everyone.
Barossa Valley (75 km)
Barossa Valley is a world-renowned wine region, famous for dry reds. The valley is only 50 min drive north of Adelaide – an easy day trip – with 80 cellar doors to explore. If you plan a tasting, perhaps consider an organised tour to keep you safe on the roads (Adelaide sight-seeing offer several day tours of the area). For a stunning view over the valley, visit Mengler Hill Lookout nearby. This destination is not to be missed if you like a nice drop of wine, and you can start your planning here.
Kangaroo Island (210 km, incl. ferry)
Kangaroo Island is renowned for its beautiful scenery, including Remarkable Rocks, Admiral’s Arch, Emu Bay, and other picturesque island landscapes. If you have a sweet tooth, Kangaroo Island is the world’s oldest bee sanctuary. A Kangaroo Island visit is a must-see for many tourists but you’ll need to allow some time to allow enough time. It cand be done in a day from Adelaide (link to Adelaide Sight Seeing page), staying 2-3 nights on the island will allow you to truly experience this unique and magical place.
Flinders Ranges (425 km)
Flinders Ranges are one of the world’s oldest landscapes, situated far north of Adelaide. Out there, fuel, food, and water can be far between. The scenery will surround you with beauty. You may also meet Australia’s unique (and mostly friendly) wildlife, in the wild. Enjoy a hike during the daylight and gaze at the stars in the Outback’s dark sky during the night. Much of the ranges are accessible by two-wheel drive but make sure you plan your trip well, with information on destinations and tours (https://southaustralia.com/destinations/flinders-ranges-and-outback)
Eyre Peninsula (Port Lincoln, 650 km)
Explore coastal playgrounds, discover jaw-dropping landscapes and soak up the sun on white sandy beaches. For those more adventurous, get up and close with a great white shark – the first place in the world to introduce cage diving – or opt for a more sedate swim with a sea lion. Finish the day with a more intimate seafood experience at one of the many seafood restaurants. Yes, you can do all of this.
Adelaide Oval is a major sporting destination in Australia – home to Australian Rules Football, cricket, and international music stars (like Metallica in November 2025!). Get the adrenaline pumping and great views over the city by walking Adelaide Oval’s Roof Climb. At ground level, you can learn about ‘the Don’ at the Bradman Museum or get up close and personal at his statue outside the Oval. The Don is undisputed as the world’s best batsman of all time. The best batsman playing today (Smith; Australia) is at 56.75. They don’t make them like that anymore!
South Australian Museum (900 m)
The South Australian Museum has five floors and endless history and objects to discover. From the first signs of early complex life, through the most comprehensive collection of Australian Aboriginal cultural material in the world, to meteorites from out of this world. There is something for everyone at the Museum.
Art Gallery of South Australia (900 m)
the Art Gallery of South Australia is home to one of Australia’s great art collections. The collection comprises of over 45,000 works of art spanning from Australia, Europe, North America and Asia and includes one of the most important collections of Indigenous art in Australia. Carefully curated exhibitions and displays provide a unique experience, taking you through the history of art, up to present day in surprising and unexpected ways.
Botanic Gardens (1.6 km)
Just a short stroll from the city is the Adelaide Botanic Garden, spanning 50 hectares. The historic garden (opened in 1857) features some of Australia's finest plant collections, beautifully-landscaped gardens, majestic avenues and stunning architecture. Don’t miss the conference banquet which will be held in the Rose Garden – which blooms from October – April.
National Wine Centre (1.9 km)
The National Wine Centre of Australia is a world-renowned attraction that offers a unique and memorable experience for wine enthusiasts, industry professionals, and tourists alike. Offering an extensive selection of food and wine experiences ranging from a sommelier hosted tasting from the country’s largest selection of Australian wines, to a more causal ‘taste-on-demand’ selection from over 120 daily wines. If you like wine, this is the place to be!
Penfolds Magill Estate (9 km)
Nestled in the foothills of Adelaide and only 15 minutes from the CBD, Penfolds Magill Estate is the original home of Penfolds wines and of Australia’s most prized wine, the famous Grange Hermitage! Join the wine education team for a tasting of Penfolds’ famous labels, see the vineyard where the Grange story started, and dine on South Australian produce in the award-winning restaurant. If you’re lucky, or perhaps very wealthy, you might even get a tasting of the ever-elusive grange!
Glenelg (11 km)
Glenelg is a sandy metropolitan beach, near the Adelaide Airport and only a short tram ride from the city. Glenelg’s Jetty Road comes alive in the warm sunshine, filled with locals and tourists alike. The tram stops where the jetty extends out from the coast. Glenelg is a perfect location to enjoy Adelaide’s stunning sunsets over the ocean.
Cleland Wildlife Park (20 km)
A short 20 min drive from the city centre is the Cleland conservation area. Go for a short hike or ride through the Aussie bush before a relaxing lunch at the Cleland wildlife park café before getting up close and personal with some Aussie icons. Kangaroos, koalas, cockatoos, and emus. They are all found at Cleland. Don’t miss a chance to visit Cleland with your MicroTAS friends on the Thursday afternoon tour!
Adelaide Hills (Hahndorf, 28 km)
The Adelaide Hills, located east of Adelaide, is a cool-climate wine region known for its vineyards, scenic beauty, and charming towns like Hahndorf, and spectacular views over the hills and the city. Grab a car and go for a drive, or if you want to sample some of the local beverages, take a tour to make the most of the experience.
Maclaren Vale (42 km)
Only 45 minutes south of Adelaide in South Australia, McLaren Vale Wine Region is a wine and food tourism destination like no other. The close proximity to pristine beaches and stunning natural landscape influences everything from the type of wine we produce to the relaxed convivial lifestyle we lead. Blended with architectural wonders, world class wines and produce - both on the farm and on the plate - with a beach lifestyle, ensures that a unique and welcoming experience for everyone.
Barossa Valley (75 km)
Barossa Valley is a world-renowned wine region, famous for dry reds. The valley is only 50 min drive north of Adelaide – an easy day trip – with 80 cellar doors to explore. If you plan a tasting, perhaps consider an organised tour to keep you safe on the roads (Adelaide sight-seeing offer several day tours of the area). For a stunning view over the valley, visit Mengler Hill Lookout nearby. This destination is not to be missed if you like a nice drop of wine, and you can start your planning here.
Kangaroo Island (210 km, incl. ferry)
Kangaroo Island is renowned for its beautiful scenery, including Remarkable Rocks, Admiral’s Arch, Emu Bay, and other picturesque island landscapes. If you have a sweet tooth, Kangaroo Island is the world’s oldest bee sanctuary. A Kangaroo Island visit is a must-see for many tourists but you’ll need to allow some time to allow enough time. It cand be done in a day from Adelaide (link to Adelaide Sight Seeing page), staying 2-3 nights on the island will allow you to truly experience this unique and magical place.
Flinders Ranges (425 km)
Flinders Ranges are one of the world’s oldest landscapes, situated far north of Adelaide. Out there, fuel, food, and water can be far between. The scenery will surround you with beauty. You may also meet Australia’s unique (and mostly friendly) wildlife, in the wild. Enjoy a hike during the daylight and gaze at the stars in the Outback’s dark sky during the night. Much of the ranges are accessible by two-wheel drive but make sure you plan your trip well, with information on destinations and tours (https://southaustralia.com/destinations/flinders-ranges-and-outback)
Eyre Peninsula (Port Lincoln, 650 km)
Explore coastal playgrounds, discover jaw-dropping landscapes and soak up the sun on white sandy beaches. For those more adventurous, get up and close with a great white shark – the first place in the world to introduce cage diving – or opt for a more sedate swim with a sea lion. Finish the day with a more intimate seafood experience at one of the many seafood restaurants. Yes, you can do all of this.