Fun things to do in Adelaide with the kids
Listed below are some fun things to do in Adelaide with the kids.
Festivals
Adelaide hosts some of Australia’s biggest and best festivals. Often the entry is free and there is so much fun for the little ones. Full of magic and great vibes, the kids will love dancing around to the music and getting immersed in the relaxed Adelaide vibe.
Adelaide Zoo
One of the must-see attractions in Adelaide is the zoo. This is not your average zoo, here you will find amazing animals such as the common wombat, Hippopotamus, Sumatra tiger and many more. The zoo offers three levels of experiences to suit all family budgets;
- Walk through the zoo's 8-hectare space and see over 2500 animals, this is a free entry fee
- Book a free guided walkabout tour with a tour guide and learn all about the native animals
- Select an animal experience when booking and get up close and personal with some of Australia’s most exotic animals
Migration Museum
If you’re a family that enjoys local history then the Migration museum is a great choice to spend the day. The Migration museum is an interesting place to learn about those that settled in South Australia since 1836 as well as the impact this has on South Australian people. Throughout the museum, you can find plenty of amazing photographs, costumes, video material and staff willing to teach you everything about South Australian history.
There are also plenty of hands-on activities for the little ones to get involved with. Detective trails and lots of exciting exhibition galleries to see.
Take a cruise along River Torrens
Bordering Adelaide and flowing towards the Indian Ocean is the River Torren, one of Adelaide’s most beautiful attractions. A great way to see the views is to take a cruise where you can view some of Adelaide’s most beautiful points from the comfort of your boat.
Chocolate Tour at Haigh’s
This family-run chocolate factory is a must-see when visiting Adelaide on vacation. The Haigh family have been running the business since 1915 and has been making the finest of chocolates from local cocoa beans. The tour is free but we can’t guarantee you won’t spend some money on their delicious chocolate!
Adelaide Discovery Centre
The Discovery Centre is a great place to take the little ones and it’s free! There, they can watch and learn how bees make honey, see real-life insects and play lots of interactive games! Open all through the week and public holidays, this centre is an ideal place to take your energetic little ones to learn and play. Located in the discovery centre is the Museum café where mums and dads can relax with a coffee while their little ones have fun.
Adelaide Botanical Gardens
On the outskirts of Adelaide is the Adelaide Botanic Gardens. There are several different areas to explore in the gardens including the Garden of Health, Greek Wetland, Native Garden and the water Mediterranean gardens. Here the little ones can learn all about botanicals, nature and much more. Families that enjoy getting involved will love the hands-on experiences at the Adelaide Botanic Garden.