One of the many great things about Adelaide is its accessibility. One minute you’re in a bustling, exciting city, and then in 20 minutes time you can be relaxing in the sun on some of the world’s most beautiful beaches… we all have our favourite spots, suburbs and secrets but I bet you there is at least a few on our family friendly A to Z of Adelaide that you haven’t done yet! Start planning your next adventure & be sure to tag Kids In Adelaide in your photos!
A is For … Adelaide Oval
It would be remiss of us not to include this Adelaide icon first up! Head to the Oval to see AFL, cricket, some of the world’s best performers, OR take your sport mad kids on an Adelaide Oval Tour complete with Kids Trail.
B is For … Barton Forest Ruins
Head to Torrens Vale for a magical bushwalk that will feel like you have stepped into Narnia! It’s a pram friendly walk, right near Ingalla Falls, perfect for popping on the gumboots and heading out to explore!
C is For … Capri Theatre
Another Adelaide icon! Catch all the latest movies, plus be entertained by the organ before the movie starts. You’ll find this lovely art deco theatre on Goodwood Road.
D is For … Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tours
Down Port Adelaide way you’ll find the Dolphin Sanctuary – booking a kayak tour is one of the best ways to explore this area & say gday to some aquatic friends! Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tours run regular sessions that you can book into. They are fun, educational, relaxing & good exercise all at the same time!
E is For … Eating
We are spoilt for choice when it comes to family-friendly dining here in Adelaide. Rainbow toasties, pizza, kid-friendly platters, ice cream, donuts, freakshakes – our fair city has them all! Check out our Family-Friendly Eats page for our favourite places to dine with kids.
F is For … Fishing
Whether you are going fishing off the beach, a jetty or taking a boat out, metropolitan Adelaide has some fantastic spots to catch some fish with your kids! And even if they aren’t nibbling, the kids will still have a ball (and possibly learn a lesson in patience!)
G is For … Gorge Wildlife Park
We love anywhere that we can see some cute & cuddly (& sometimes scaly & scary) native animals! Gorge Wildlife Park is no exception. Head for the hills! Pack a picnic & spend a day wandering the park with the kids, they will love it!
H is For … Hahndorf Farm Barn
While we’re on the topic of animals…head to the Hills for the kids to cuddle baby farm animals, milk a cow, have a tractor ride, ride on a pony & more! We love Hahndorf Farm Barn & you can read all about it here.
I is For … Illuminate Adelaide
Winter is no time to stay home in Adelaide! The city comes alive with Illuminate Adelaide and their curated program of free and ticketed light events. Will you head to the Botanic Gardens at night, see the installations along North Terrace or warm up with coffee and warm treats at Base Camp? This is the perfect family friendly winter event!
J is For … Jungle In Willunga
Go for the nursery, stay for the walk through jungle & animal hunt. This hidden gem is in Willunga & you can easily spend a few hours here – don’t forget to find the Fairy Garden! Check it out.
K is For … Kuipto Forest
There are so many walks to do in Kuipto Forest, as well as trees to climb, hidden teepees to find & firepits to keep warm. Spend a few nights camping or just go for the day. Read more about Kuipto & other bushwalking adventures here.
You can also have fun at the Treeclimb course at Kuipto!
L is For … Lions 360
Get up close and personal with the pride of lions at Monarto Safari Park with their Lions 360 Animal Encounter! You’ll get a chance for the lions to be right above you, beside you and in front of you as they feed and climb on and over the purpose built enclosure.
M is For … Melbas
Melbas has gotta be some of the best chocolate in Adelaide! Take a drive up to the Adelaide Hills to visit their factory & stock up on their delicious treats. Or head to their new store & cafe in the Barossa for heaps of yummy fun. They also regularly have fun events & special activities in school holidays so keep an eye out.
N is For … Nature Play
Almost every new playground that has been built in the last decade has nature play elements and even if you’re not heading to a playground, you’ll find plenty of reserves, national parks, forests and reservoirs around Adelaide where your kids can be at one with nature. Don’t forget the change of clothes!
O is For … Onkaparinga River Recreation Park
Head about 35kms south of Adelaide & take the kids on the bushwalk, go to the lookouts, have a picnic & go wildlife spotting. This is nature at its absolute best! See which sections we recommend.
P is For … Pick Your Own Fruit!
It’s no secret that South Australia has some of the best produce in the world! And luckily for us, there are some farms where we can pick our own! Think cherries, apples, figs, strawberries… the list goes on. Many aren’t too far from the city and often have other family friendly activities on site. Most are seasonal so be sure to check each place’s website or socials for opening details!
Q is For … Quentin Kenihan Memorial Playground
This playground is fun, colourful, fully fenced & ACCESSIBLE! It’s in Rymill Park & has so much going for it! There’s a bit of water play, paths for bikes & scooters, a bbq, sensory elements & has so many inclusive & wheelchair friendly. See our review.
R is For … Rockpools
We are belssed with so many beautiful beaches here in Adelaide & a ton of them have rockpools that the kids will love to explore. Find some unusual marine life, balance on the rocks & cool off. We have rounded up a heap of great rockpools across the state to discover here.
S is For … Shanx Mini Golf
It’s mini golf but played on a full scale course! Kids will love it, adults will get competitive… Shanx at Regency Park also often run special activities such as face painting on long weekends so be sure to keep an eye on their socials for info.
T is For … Thorndon Park
Fresh from a HUGE upgrade, Thorndon Park has reopened & has gotta be one of the best playgrounds in the Northern suburbs, if not all of Adelaide. It is the perfect place to spend a day so pack a picnic & take the kids to see their new giant bird slide plus all the other cool new equipment.
U is For … Urth Clay
If you have a craft, artsy kid, be sure to book them into a pottery session with Urth Clay. They will get to learn how to create some wonderful objects out of clay that they will get to take home with them. Keep an eye out for their school holidays sessions. Urth Clay Gift Vouchers also make great presents.
V is For … Victor Harbor
A trip to Victor Harbor was always a yearly pilgrimage in my family! There is so much to see & do, it’s worth booking a few nights there. Take a walk across to Granite Island, play on the GT Fisher Playground, have lunch at the Causeway Cafe & pop into the Whale Centre.
There’s so much to do down at Victor, we have a whole feature dedicated to it – click here to see where our fave spots are.
W is For … West Beach Adventure
The coolest aerial playground around! West Beach Adventure is for the daring and those who love a bit of an adrenaline rush. But even if you don’t you can take a walk on their observation deck while the kids get harnessed up and play tennis mid air or have a go on the giant swing!
X is For … X-Golf & Hey Caddy West Lakes
As well as their golf simulators, Hey Caddy has opened up at X-Golf West Lakes, full of tons of putt putt fun! You could really spend the day there giving it all a go and enjoy their menu too!
Y is For … Yorke Peninsula
Marion Bay. Moonta. Innes. Ardrossan. Wallaroo. Kadina. Point Turton. Port Rickaby. Edithburgh. Stansbury. Port Broughton. These are just SOME of the fantastic beaches & spots to visit over on Yorkes. We have written a whole feature about this great part of SA!
Z is For … Zoo
We love the Adelaide Zoo – from our giant pandas to the giraffes, to the native animals to the bird show, we love nothing more than to spend a day wandering around Adelaide Zoo taking it all in! Of course the nature playground is always a highlight, right next to the Variety Childrens Zoo.
Put aside a day at LEAST once a year to visit the Zoo and say gday to your favourite animals.
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