Adelaide Tours
Welcome to Adelaide
A Creative Capital Surrounded by Wine, Wildlife and Open Roads
Adelaide is one of Australia’s most underrated cities and an ideal base for exploring South Australia. Known for its relaxed pace, vibrant food and wine scene, festivals and parklands, the city sits perfectly between coastline, vineyards and outback landscapes. You can start your day with coffee in the city, be wine tasting in the Adelaide Hills by lunch, and watch the sun set over the ocean by evening.
With fewer crowds and wide-open roads, Adelaide offers an easy-going introduction to South Australia and endless options for memorable road trips beyond the city.
Best Time to Visit Adelaide
Adelaide enjoys a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters. Autumn and spring are especially popular for wine tasting, scenic drives and coastal exploration, while summer suits beach lovers and long, sunny days.
| Season | Temperature (°C) | What to Expect |
| Summer (Dec–Feb) | 20–35°C | Hot inland, perfect for beaches and seafood experiences |
| Autumn (Mar–May) | 15–28°C | Ideal weather for wine regions, road trips and festivals |
| Winter (Jun–Aug) | 8–18°C | Mild days, cosy cellar doors and great outback conditions |
| Spring (Sep–Nov) | 12–25°C | Wildflowers, fresh landscapes and excellent touring weather |
Top Places to Explore From Adelaide
Adelaide’s location makes it easy to reach some of South Australia’s most iconic regions. These are favourites we often include in Adelaide-based itineraries:
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Adelaide City & Adelaide Hills
– Explore laneways, markets and dining in the city before heading into the Hills for wineries, scenic lookouts and charming villages. -
Fleurieu Peninsula
– Just south of Adelaide, offering relaxed beach towns, coastal drives, and renowned wine regions like McLaren Vale. -
Barossa & Clare Valley
– Two of Australia’s most celebrated wine regions, known for cellar doors, local produce and classic South Australian landscapes. -
Kangaroo Island
– A short drive and ferry ride from Adelaide, featuring rugged coastlines, native wildlife and untouched natural beauty. -
Yorke Peninsula
– Quiet beaches, surf breaks and laid-back coastal towns, ideal for camping and slower-paced road trips. -
Flinders Ranges & Outback
– Ancient mountain landscapes, Aboriginal rock art and red dirt roads that showcase the scale and silence of the outback.
How to Travel Around Adelaide and South Australia
Adelaide is an easy city to navigate and a natural starting point for South Australian road trips. At The Road Trip Oz, we help you explore beyond the city with confidence and ease.
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Self-Drive Road Trips
– Pick up your car in Adelaide and follow a personalised route with local tips, must-stop experiences and flexible pacing. -
Private Guided Tours
– Travel with a local guide who brings the regions to life while taking care of the driving and logistics. -
Small Group Tours
– A relaxed way to experience South Australia with like-minded travellers on carefully selected routes.
Most South Australian road trips begin in Adelaide, with easy flight connections and simple logistics. Whether you are planning a short weekend getaway or a longer cross-state adventure, we will help you create a route that fits your pace and priorities.
Ready to Plan Your Adelaide Road Trip?
From world-class wine regions and wildlife encounters to wide-open roads and coastal escapes, Adelaide offers the perfect base for discovering South Australia.
- Browse our most popular Adelaide-based itineraries.
- Choose from self-drive, private guided or small group tours.
- Or speak with our team to design a custom road trip just for you.
Let’s explore South Australia, starting in Adelaide.
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