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Adelaide is often sadly overlooked by those who have made a journey down Australia’s east coast and spent time in the big cities, mainly due to there being a rumour going around that Adelaide is ‘boring’. This could not be further from the truth, and those that choose to ignore the capital of South Australia are missing out on a number of unique Adelaide hotels and fun attractions.

Where to Start

A great place to start is Victoria Square, a popular meeting point that lies in the shadow of a number of well-preserved 19th Century buildings. From here it is just a short walk to Adelaide hotels the city centre, or you can also take a tram journey to the pleasant beach town of Glenelg, which boasts an excellent sandy beach, clear waters and a number Adelaide hotels, bars, cafes and restaurants.

Central Market and Chinatown are also both within a five-minute walk of Victoria Square. Those looking for a combined shopping and eating experience should head along to the Central Market, which was founded in 1870 and has a great range of food stalls that sell top-quality local produce at bargain prices.

Heading into the city, top shopping in Adelaide can be found along Rundle Mall. As well as all of the big retailers, the street has a number of shopping arcades containing smaller, independent shops. To the east of Rundle Mall is Rundle Street, home of many Adelaide hotels, bars, cafes and restaurants, and the perfect place for people-watching and enjoying the sun with the drink of your choice. This is also a key location during the time of the famous Adelaide Fringe Festival. To the opposite end of Rundle Mall is Hindley Street, Adelaide’s number one option for nightlife, especially on a Friday and Saturday night. Check cheaphotels.com.au for deals on Adelaide hotels near the city.

Adelaide has a number of galleries and museums, many of which are located along North Terrace near some of the best Adelaide hotels. These include the Art Gallery of South Australia, Old Parliament House Museum and the South Australian Museum. Also along North Terrace is the Adelaide Festival Centre – which plays host to many music, drama and comedy acts, the rich flora and fauna of the Botanic Gardens and the ever-popular Adelaide Zoo.