Things to do in Adelaide

Things to do in Adelaide

370 ranked activities6 in the 90+ Club

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What are the best things to do in Adelaide?

Outty ranks 370 bookable experiences in Adelaide, Australia. The highest scoring is Adelaide Highlights, Hahndorf & McLaren Vale Wine Tasting and Sightseeing Tour at 93 out of 100, followed by Premium Barossa Small Group Tour: Wine tasting, Lunch & Chocolate, Barossa Valley Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour, Discover Barossa: 4 Wine Tastings, Gourmet Lunch, and Hidden Gems. Prices start at $21 per person and 6 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club.

Ranked experiences
370
In the 90+ Club
6
From
$21 per person
Bookable today
120

Top tour operators in Adelaide

The companies behind the experiences, ranked by how much of Adelaide they cover.

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Most Popular in Adelaide

The experiences travelers book most right now.

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Most Highly Reviewed in Adelaide

Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.

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Last Minute in Adelaide

Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.

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Family Friendly in Adelaide

Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

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Food & Drink in Adelaide

Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.

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Culture & History in Adelaide

Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

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Outdoors in Adelaide

Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

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Nightlife in Adelaide

After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

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Planning questions about Adelaide

What are the best things to do in Adelaide?
Adelaide Highlights, Hahndorf & McLaren Vale Wine Tasting and Sightseeing Tour is the highest ranked experience in Adelaide, scoring 93 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 566 traveler reviews. Premium Barossa Small Group Tour: Wine tasting, Lunch & Chocolate, Barossa Valley Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour, Discover Barossa: 4 Wine Tastings, Gourmet Lunch, and Hidden Gems, Experience Hahndorf & Barossa: Gourmet lunch, Wine, Beer & Treats round out the top five. Outty ranks 370 bookable experiences in Adelaide, Australia, and 6 of them score 90 or above.
How much do activities in Adelaide cost?
The median price across everything we rank in Adelaide is $128 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $21 on Adelaide River Torrens Sightseeing Cruise. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
Can I book something in Adelaide for today?
Yes. 120 of the top 120 experiences we rank in Adelaide currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
Is Adelaide good for families?
Yes. 18 of the experiences we rank in Adelaide are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
How many days do you need in Adelaide?
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
When is the best time to visit Adelaide?
Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
Can I cancel a booking in Adelaide?
110 of the 120 experiences we rank in Adelaide offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
How does the Outty Ranking work?
Every experience in Adelaide gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Adelaide so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.