Adelaide "Firsts" Walking Tour - From Grid Plans to Great Wine
Overview
From Grid Plans to great wine, Adelaide has more firsts than a toddler's birthday party.
Explore the city's rich history from Captain Light’s brilliant grid design to its status as a world-renowned wine destination. Led by virtual guide Dave, a proud town planner, this self-paced tour brings Adelaide’s history to life. Dave’s engaging narration connects you to hidden gems, untold stories, and iconic landmarks, offering a fresh perspective on the city’s past, present, and future. Along the way, discover cool stories and unique spots that make Adelaide truly one-of-a-kind.
A world of unseen stories awaits!
What's Included
- Extended stays: Savour hidden history & wide open spaces. Spend more time where your interest lies.
- Turn-by-turn navigation: seamlessly guided with maps, media & commentary, on-demand, on any device
- Audio & immersive narration: our virtual guides make locations come alive with history and anecdotes
- Private transportation
- Explorers must provide own phone or tablet
Meeting Location
127-129 North Terrace
Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Corner of Hackney Rd &
Botanic Road, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Finishing at the National Wine Centre of Australia, adventurers can easily return to the start point by catching a tram down North Terrace.
What To Expect
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Yerrakartarta
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Adelaide Railway Station InfoCentre
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Adelaide Festival Centre
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Elder Park
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Parliament House Of South Australia
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Rundle Mall
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
State Library of South Australia
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Adelaide Botanic Garden
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
National Wine Centre of Australia
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Activity code: C-354229P6
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