Things to do in Adelaide, South Australia: The Best Sightseeing Tours

May 9, 2022 Marlin Saiz

The capital city of South Australia is simply enchanting, a treasure trove of shopping, fine arts, gastronomy and outdoor activity. Adelaide is the heart of the world's opal industry, selling gorgeous stones from South Australian mines. Be sure to hike the aptly named Mt. Lofty Ranges and catch a wave off the Fleurieu Peninsula. Indulge your adventurous palate and traipse into nearby wine regions like the famed Barossa Valley to pick up a deliciously drinkable souvenir.
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1. Around the Square Adelaide Walking Tour

Adelaide Town Hall, 128 King William St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
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Join an easy-paced 2 hour small-group walking tours around Victoria Square in the city of Adelaide. The focus of this tour is on history, heritage and culture and covers not only the architecture and history of the varying buildings but also the people who have been associated with them, and the stories about Adelaide's development from colonial times to today. Most of the sites visited are public institutions, statues and monuments and tour participants, whether locals, interstate or from overseas get to experience the essence of what Adelaide is all about.

Inclusions: Local guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation to/from attractions

2. Adelaide Walking Tour: Hills, Squares and Parklands

The Wellington Hotel, 36 Wellington Square, North Adelaide SA 5006, Australia
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Join an easy-paced 2 hour small-group walking tour around upper North Adelaide adjacent to the city of Adelaide. The focus of thes tours is on history, heritage and culture and covers not only the architecture and history of the varying buildings but also the people who have been associated with them, and the stories about Adelaide's development from colonial times to today. Most of the sites visited are public institutions, statues and monuments as well as private homes and tour participants, whether locals, interstate or from overseas get to experience the essence of what Adelaide is all about.

Inclusions: Local guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and hotel drop-off, Transportation to/from attractions

3. Private McLaren Vale Wine Region Tour from Adelaide

2 Flinders St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia Best Wine Tours
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Luxury new BMW 530i M Sports Series sedan is our touring vehicle, maximum 4 people only. This means your tour is exclusive, private, intimate, luxurious, engaging, which allows you to decide when and where you want to go, how long you want to stay and an option to change your itinerary at any time during the tour. Plan your own itinerary or select from a set tours; Cellar Doors, Vineyard Tours, Tourist Towns, City Highlights and activities. The choice is completely up to you. With over 35 years experience in the liquor, hospitality and travel industries tour host John is at your service. With the total price quoted covering up to 4 people Best Wine Tours are the best value for money luxury tour operators in the business.

Inclusions: Return transport in a BMW 5 series sedan, Bottled water, Snacks, Local guide, Tour escort/host, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Lunch

Reviewed By Mark H

Our wine guide John was really friendly, knowledgeable and professional throughout the day. He left us alone when we needed to taste and was there when we needed to ask questions. Highly recommend.

4. McLaren Vale Luxury Wine Tour

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Book forward from 1st August 2020 and all Bookings for our Tours will be allocated to your own luxury vehicle as PRIVATE CHARTER at no extra charge. Min 2 passengers. Are you ready to experience moments that you will remember? Luxury cellar door tour of Mclaren Vale. Visit our Cellar Door with our lunch stop at the Salopian Inn. Enjoy Wines and Gin as we tour this rich wine region. Travel in luxury. CP Tours and Charters is ready to serve your every need. Have a luxury tour up to 6 passengers. We will pick you up from your Hotel at 10am and return at 6pm approx. Tours do not include Premium wine tasting experiences from wineries and this may cost extra. Lunch included at the Salopian Inn with our standard selected menu. Other options may cost extra. Arrive back in Adelaide approx 6pm

Inclusions: Standard wine fees included., Standard Wine Tasting fees are included Hotel/Motel pick up and return is included

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Reviewed By 830ta_a_k

After booking and being sceptical of how the day would go, i was blown away by the excellence of this experience. I will definitely be booking another tour with Grieg and will recommend him.

5. Private Tour 1-6 Passengers Wine Tasting & Or Sightseeing

Bums On Seats Day Tours
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The price quoted $650 includes up to 6 guests. Please select ONE Adult when booking knowing you can bring 1-5 extra Guests Take a guided PRIVATE tour (Your Guests Only) through the Adelaide Hills and or Barossa Valley-Mclaren Vale-Clare Valley Wine regions. Your knowledgeable guide will show the best of what South Australia has to offer. You’ll visit both iconic and boutique wineries and local attractions including Hahndorf, Australia’s oldest surviving settlement. The wineries visited will be matched with your individual tastes. This Private Tour can be only sight seeing if you wish? Bums On Seats Tours South Australia has chauffeured vehicles to cater to any function or need. We can arrange a package tailored to your specific needs. Services are available for both Metro and Outer Adelaide, South Australia Including Shore Excursions from Adelaide Outer Harbor

Inclusions: In-person guide

Exclusions: Lunch & tasing fees if any? at our selection of wineries tasting fees are included

Reviewed By GayeB87

Had a great day out. Pete was very down to earth and shared family insights and knowledge about Adelaide and Baroosa Valley. Group I was with were lovely genuine people as well. Highly recommend.

6. Adelaide Hills Day Tour. Winery Cellar Doors

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All Bookings for our Tours will be allocated to your own luxury vehicle as PRIVATE CHARTER at no extra charge. Min 2 passengers. Spend a day touring the beautiful Adelaide Hills visiting winery cellar doors and cheese tastings. Starting with our early morning visit to Penfolds first vineyard. We then travel to Udder Delights Cheese Cellar where a variety of cow milk cheese can be sampled. Udder Delights is passionate their cheese. Our next winery cellar door stop is Hahndorf Hill Winery to sample some of the Hills well respected wines. Optional ChocVino experience can be taken here and we can book ahead for you. Then it will be time for lunch at the Stanley Bridge Hotel or Woodside Hotel. Our selection of our cellar door below will vary to which we visit as some close Mondays and Tuesday but we plan for these in our schedules and bookings for the day. A good day is 4 Cellar Doors and a Lunch Stop.

Inclusions: Standard Lunch Menu is included. Standard Wine Tasting fees are included, Hotel/Motel pick up and return is included

Exclusions: Special Wine Experiences are Extra. Additional Lunch Orders are Extra

Reviewed By 830ta_a_k

After booking and being sceptical of how the day would go, i was blown away by the excellence of this experience. I will definitely be booking another tour with Grieg and will recommend him.

7. McLaren Vale Private small group tours

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This tour is suitable for private groups only from 5 to 10 people maximum. Enjoy your family and friends and tour privately without being mixed with other people of different tastes and preferences. We visit some regular wineries/venues but you would be welcome to add your preferred one ( subject to availability). Please note that price might be adjusted ,example visiting a brewery or distillery. The lunch would be at your own expense in Oscars restaurant or other venue of your choice. In a full day we would be able to visit up to 4 cellar doors and have time for lunch. Our regular cellar doors we visit are: Alpha Box and Dice, Graham Stevens, Hugo, J&J Wines, Shingleback, Samuels Gorge and many more.

Inclusions: Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch, Wine/gin/beer tasting fees

Reviewed By Taveaholic

We had a day in McLaren vale & it was superb.Bob & I planned the trip & he was very gracious when I changed the wineries at the last moment. I have arthritis in my right knee & I was so worried about getting in & out of the vehicle but Bob was so kind & never made me feel I was a burden. The wineries I chose were Samuel's Gorge.Stunning views gorgeous dog & a glamorous Grenache. Coriole lovely lunch. The entres are quite big.Some nice reds The cube u must go for the novelty value. Bob gave us a very informative tour inside. Loved their white wine.Sparkling white which looks like a red Alpha box & dice liked their nebolio They do not accept cash but Bob the hero came to our rescue & put it on his card & I gave him the cash. So why should u use Saviconnect when there are so many tour operators? He is a decent guy with integrity & bends over backward to make his passengers happy. If I had said I hated it he would have refunded me the money. $175 per person included pick up from Tanunda 4 wineries & drop off at the airport. He is posting back my 8 bottles He tailor makes his tour to suit passengers& he ensured I enjoyed it. Pls give Bob a go. U won't regret it!.If he lived interstate he would be my mate! Satiated satisfied & sozzled

8. Adelaide Hills and Hahndorf Half Day Private Tour

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This 5 hours ( including travel from /to Adelaide CBD base) tour would be for a small shared group up to 6 people maximum. Please note this is a fully private and customised tour. You can tell us your Itinerary or preferences for the day and your driver would try to accommodate it. You do not have to visit any of listed attractions if you have other preferences example visiting more wineries or spend more time in Hahndorf.

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Exclusions: Your lunch, coffees and casual drinks are not covered in the price., Wine tasting fees and experiences

Reviewed By markbfforever

Bob has the excellent skill of being extremely professional and down to earth and friendly at the same time. We went to Maclaren Vale where we visited a combination of our own choices and Bob’s recommendations. We never felt rushed, we fitted in a lot, a tribute to Bob’s efficiency. If you want a tour where you don’t have to put up with other people ????, then the private tours are great value. Would do again and will recommend to anyone I know visiting SA.

9. High Tea Cruise on Popeye

Unnamed Road, North Adelaide SA 5006, Australia Popeye
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See Adelaide from the best seat in the house, by cruising along The Torrens River in the heart of the city in a heritage icon. Join us for a one and a half hour cruise along The Torrens River for an authentic High Tea experience. On the menu is a selection of finger sandwiches, scones, petit fours and a complimentary glass of South Australian champagne, beer, cider or soft drink on arrival and of course a bottomless cup or coffee or tea from T Bar’s Australiana collection. Departing The Elder Park Landing, you will be served your refreshments and given time to catch up with friends and loved ones amidst a scenic tour of The Adelaide Riverbank on our very own Adelaide icon Popeye. The cruise will take you past the Festival Center, Adelaide's SAHMRI building, beautiful parklands, Adelaide University and more. Picturesque photo opportunities are a given.

Inclusions: Unlimited Australian tea and coffee are served throughout the cruise, GST (Goods and Services Tax), A complimentary glass of champagne is served on arrival for adults, and soft drink for people younger than 18 years of age. If champagne doesn't suit, beer, wine or cider is available upon request., A full High Tea service is included, petit fours, savoury and sweet scones, tea sandwiches and mini desserts.

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Reviewed By Alexlovesaltas

We were fortunate enough to win a $50 voucher from SA Tourism and spent it on a Devonshire Tea cruise for two on the Popeye. It was wonderful! I am from Adelaide, and my partner is from out of state. Neither of us had been on the Popeye before, but now I feel so happy to have experienced it. I would definitely recommend to others for any occassion. Great Skipper, with new information and interesting, funny commentary. Also the scones we got on the Tea Cruise were plentiful and delicious!

10. Intimate Wine Experience - McLaren Vale

Door To Door Chauffeurs
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Door to Door Chauffeurs hosts the ‘Intimate Wine Experience’ for all things wine and food in McLaren Vale you are treated to a surprise itinerary on the day that will capture and fulfill your senses visiting some of the boutique wineries that will leave lasting memories whilst being chauffeured in one of luxury vehicles and hosts with the knowledge of each wine region!

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Lunch

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