Itching to get straight to the hubbub of the famed Festival City as soon as you land? Well Adelaide Airport car hire provides visitors with the swift access to its many popular attractions and events in less than 25 minutes, as well as the freedom to explore the city and its picturesque surroundings at your own pace.
With so much to see and do in what is also called “the city of churches” and “the city of parks”, a hire car is the easiest way to ensure you tick off as much of your list as you can. Whether you’re driving to another one of South Australia’s top destinations or you’re simply sticking to the city, renting a car will offer you the convenience of efficiently travelling from place to place.
From big-ticket festivals to its vibrant urban culture, ‘Radelaide’ truly has it all
The city of Adelaide has experienced one of the greatest revivals in urban culture in recent years, going from a fairly introverted sister to some of Australia’s bigger cities, to becoming a sought-after destination for fun and great-tasting food all year round. Suffice it to say, there’s always something going on at whatever time of the year you visit:
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Summer: The biggest ticket items for the year are all held in the Summer months, starting with the numerous Moonlight Cinema events held in the Botanical Gardens and the Ebenezer Night Markets throughout December. The next event to hit the town is the annual 11-day Santos Tour Down Under’s “Santos Festival of Cycling” event, featuring a number of street parties and premium food and wine. Then in mid-February, the grand event that is The Adelaide Fringe festival begins. Hailed as the world’s second-largest arts festival, Fringe attracts more than 600,000 people to the town to enjoy the thousands of local and international artists.
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Autumn: Straight off the back of The Adelaide Fringe, WOMADelaide, the multicultural four-day festival of world music, art and dance begins. Held in the Botanic Gardens in Adelaide’s CBD, the festival has over 20,000 attendees each day of the event. In the middle of the season, the nationally renowned Tasting Australia event takes over the city, with thousands flocking to Adelaide to enjoy premium food and wine, as well as attend masterclasses.
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Winter: Music lovers rejoice! Throughout the winter months, you can enjoy the exceptional sounds on offer at the Cabaret Music Festival and Adelaide Guitar Festival.
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Spring: Film buffs get their fix in the Spring with the Adelaide Film Festival, an international film festival held biennially, with smaller events in even-numbered years.
How to explore the city in all its glory on a budget
Travellers on a budget need not worry; Adelaide has plenty to do and see for the budget-conscious. With cheap eats and inexpensive outings abound, there’s a plethora of options available within the city centre and surrounding suburbs.
The Adelaide Botanic Gardens contains 50 hectares of both native and foreign plants, as well as stunning architecture, and is the perfect place to take a stroll, have a coffee, or, if weather permits, have a picnic!
For cricket fans, the historic Adelaide Oval offers tours at a low price. Be sure to book in early to catch a glimpse of some of the behind-the-scenes activity at one of Australia’s most celebrated stadiums.
The Adelaide Central Market, better known simply as the 'Central Market’ is your one-stop-shop for all things fresh produce. The market began in 1869, and is continuously South Australia’s most visited destination.
The Art Gallery of South Australia offers free general admission, with costs associated with only some exhibitions. The gallery is home to many colonial Australian and British pieces, featuring close to 40,000 works of art within its collection.
Explore South Australia’s revered romantic countryside
For a slower pace, Adelaide’s size means it’s easy to travel just a short distance away and be somewhere completely new in your rental car. There are many day trip options, some a quick drive away and some a little further off.
A quick trip from the Adelaide CBD, Glenelg Beach offers some historic charm and plenty of events to satisfy the whole family. There are dining options aplenty, as well as an amusement park for the kids.
The famous Barossa Valley is one of the top destinations for many visitors to Adelaide. Located 60 kilometres outside of the city, the Barossa Valley is known as a top wine-producing destination.
The Adelaide Hills region is the perfect place to unwind, with picture-perfect views and some of the best produce the state has on offer.
The pristine Fleurieu Peninsula features a rugged coastline and rolling hills as far as the eye can see. Just a short 45 minutes’ drive out of Adelaide, visiting the Fleurieu region is the perfect way to reconnect with nature.
For the ultimate convenience and the freedom to explore on your own terms, pick up a hire car and start exploring this vibrant and artistic city today.
