There’s something pretty special about a playground with a giant old flour mill as its backdrop! Harts Mill is tucked right beside the Port River in the heart of Port Adelaide, and the setting alone makes it worth a visit. But the playground is what really keeps the kids busy, with plenty of unusual equipment to climb, spin, swing and zoom around on. It’s a great one for kids who like to try something a little different, and being right on the...
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Well isn’t this one totally worth the drive out north! The 2024 built playground, Freedom Park, within the Liberty at Two Wells development, is the latest milestone in a $1.2 billion residential precinct way out north. We absolutely loved it when we took the drive to check it out, with our intrepid playground reviewers claiming it as one of the best playgrounds they have visited. High praise indeed! Find it at: Mary Lee Street, Two...
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Thorndon Park playground has been voted Australia’s Best Playground (Winner of the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects award for best play space 2023) Find it at: Hamilton Terrace, ParadiseGood for: All ages, especially kids who love imaginative and active playBest for: Nature play, water play, giant bird-themed climbing and slides, swings and trampolinesToilets: YesShade: YesFenced: NoAccessible: Yes with accessible paths and...
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For those who grew up in Adelaide, you’d probably have been out St Kilda Adventure Playground when you were a kid, but have you been back since 2015? Find it at: St Kilda Road, St KildaGood for: All ages, from toddlers to teenagersBest for: Giant slides, flying foxes, climbing, sand play and adventureToilets: YesShade: YesFenced: NoAccessible: Yes with a Liberty Swing and wheelchair accessible slideParking: PlentyCafe or food nearby:...
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The upgrade at Wigley Reserve playground at Glenelg is an outstanding attraction for an already pretty awesome area. Find it at: Wigley Reserve, GlenelgGood for: All ages, especially kids who love climbing and adventureBest for: Giant climbing structure, twisty tube slide, swings, nature play and exploring the marinaToilets: YesShade: SomeFenced: Partially fencedAccessible: Yes with accessible facilities nearbyParking: Paid parking nearbyCafe...
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Calling all Mini Ninjas. Heywood Park Playground in Unley is the place to be. In addition to the 2 separate play areas this play space has awesome Mini Ninja course designed for ages 10 – 14. Find it at: Addiscombe Place, Unley ParkGood for: All ages, with separate play areas for younger and older kidsBest for: Ninja course, climbing, balancing, nature play and active kidsToilets: YesShade: Yes with plenty of trees, although limited shade...
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The Glenelg Foreshore Playground is SO good and we have absolutely loved visiting (along with most of Adelaide!) since it opened in 2020. With the seasonal addition of the Giant Wheel, from about October to April, it makes for a brilliant day out! Find it at: Moseley Square, GlenelgGood for: All ages, with beach, playground and water play all togetherBest for: Water play, sand play, climbing, trampolines, nature play and the beachToilets: Yes...
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Based around the existing trees in the Blackwood Park Estate the Blackwood Park Treetops Playground is an adventure haven. As soon as you arrive you see this amazing tall red climbing structure nestled among the trees. As we got closer I was nervous for the kids already up the top but they we just LOVING it. I watched the kids climb the rope stair case or strategically weave in and out of the ropes to find the openings to gain access to the...
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The $1.5m Edinburgh Reserve Playground inclusive playspace for all ages and abilities was completed in 2023, and it is fantastic! Find it at: 15–23 Edinburgh Road, ModburyGood for: All ages and abilities, with inclusive play throughoutBest for: Nature play, water play, climbing, trampolines and accessible playToilets: Yes with accessible facilitiesShade: Yes with established trees and future shade structuresFenced: NoAccessible: Yes with...
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The Hugh Johnson Boulevard Reserve upgrade was completed in 2023 and we love it just as much as the locals. There are multiple areas for play including a sports area complete with netball and basketball rings and soccer goal. There’s some great equipment for older kids as well as a smaller shaded area for little ones with climbing area, swings, seesaws and more. Find it at: 2 Patpa Drive, Sheidow ParkGood for: All ages, with plenty of...
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Located in the Vista Seaford Heights development, this 2024 built playground is a spectacular addition for new families in the area. Find it at: Killarney Street, Seaford HeightsGood for: Older kids and adventurous little onesBest for: Climbing, giant tube slide, flying fox, water play and bike ridingToilets: NoShade: Yes with shelter and grassed areasFenced: Partially fencedAccessible: Accessible roundaboutParking: Plenty of street parkingCafe...
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If your kids love a playground with a bit of a story to it, put this little bee-themed gem on your list! 🐝 Stanley Street Reserve has been cleverly designed around the world of native bees, with a giant hive-inspired climbing structure, bee sculptures, a pretend honey shop and hidden bee-themed details for kids to discover. It’s not a huge playground, but there’s plenty packed in, and younger kids in particular can have a great time exploring...
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Jervois Street Playground in South Plympton is one of those playgrounds that just ticks every box when it comes to finding somewhere kids and parents alike will love. It’s a wonderful, open play space and you can definitely tell that a lot of thought and community involvement went into creating it. There is a gorgeous junior playground area which is fully fenced and caters well to the smaller members of the family. Find it at: 43 Jervois...
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Find it at: St Andrews Way, Andrews Farm If you’re always on the hunt for a new playground to explore with the kids, put St Andrews Reserve in Andrews Farm on your list! Opened in September 2026, this is a pretty impressive addition to Adelaide’s northern suburbs, with a giant castle-inspired play space, plenty of room to run around and some seriously fun features for adventurous little explorers. The $1.7 million St Andrews Reserve has been...
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Camping near Adelaide: top spots for a holiday Camping is such a great family experience. You don’t have to be a Leyland Brother loaded up with expensive equipment to do it either. You don’t need a 4WD, you don’t need a lot of money, you don’t need a lot of time you just need to make the decision to do it!Next step is to make sure you’ve got your camping “essentials”. I wrote a post last year about...
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Find it at: Scarborough Terrace, Dover Gardens If you’re searching for a playground that really does have something for everyone, Patritti Reserve in Dover Gardens should be on your list. Upgraded in mid 2026 this spacious community reserve combines an impressive fully fenced playground with sporting facilities, fitness equipment and plenty of open green space, making it an easy choice for families with kids of all ages. The playground...
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Find it at: Withers Circuit, Evanston Park Looking for one of the best playgrounds in Evanston Park? Withers Circuit Playground is a popular destination for local families and visitors exploring the Gawler region. With a fun farm-inspired design, a variety of play equipment and plenty of space to relax, it’s an excellent choice for toddlers, preschoolers and primary school-aged children. Whether you’re planning a family outing,...
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Mount Barker Summit Find it at: Mount Barker Summit Road, Mount Barker Did you know Mount Barker had an actual Mountain…..that you can climb? Mount Barker Summit rises 513m above sea level and the summit is easily reached by a range of hiking trails. The Mount Barker Summit walk is one of the Adelaide Hills’ best-kept secrets for families. Just a 40-minute drive from Adelaide, this easy adventure is perfect for little explorers,...
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Adelaide is home to some amazing playgrounds, but sometimes, your kids may have a really intense love for a very specific theme. Most kids do at some point, whether it be dinosaurs, pirates, trains or just wanting to run around and get so damn dirty that you think you may get arrested for stealing sand. Whatever your kid is into, we have scoured the archives and compiled a list of some of Adelaide’s Best Themed Playgrounds for you to...
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Find it at: Esplanade Semaphore The Semaphore Foreshore North Playground located next to the Palais Hotel, has just been upgraded and opened mid 2026. A playground where inclusivity, imagination, exploration and accessibility come together by the beach. At the heart of the playground is an incredible locally crafted Blue Swimmer Crab – a unique play structure packed with slides, climbing nets and more than 15 interactive features designed...
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Find it at: Beasley Avenue, Gawler (Parking on Chignell Circuit) Opened in August 2024, Reid Reserve is a nature themed playground nestled in the beautiful reserve up north in Gawler. Reid Reserve caters to all age groups, offering an array of features including; a flying fox nest swing slide accessible roundabout standard swings There is also a shaded picnic area and a half-basketball court. Built by the talented Climbing Tree team, this is a...
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If you’re heading into the Adelaide Hills and need somewhere to let the kids stretch their legs, this is a lovely little stop. Bridgewater Lions Playground sits beside Cox Creek, surrounded by big trees, rocks and grassy hills, so it feels much more like a Hills adventure than a quick playground pit stop. There’s a flying fox for the bigger kids, climbing and swinging, a smaller play area for little ones and plenty of space to run around. And...
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We think Bazinga is definitely up there as one of the best options for indoor play in Adelaide, and they’ve just opened another venue, this one in the Barossa. Bazinga is SO MUCH more than a trading card shop, read on to find out why. For the Bazinga Arcade and store, you’ll find it located above Little Rockets Play Cafe at Munno Para. follow the signs to the staircase and as you head up, you will be greeted by some huge superhero...
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Find it at: Seventh Avenue, St Morris Playground Official Opening: Join the family fun this Sunday 8th February 11am-1pm for families to drop in and explore the new space, enjoy ice-cream, coffee and entertainment. The long-awaited redevelopment of St Morris Reserve is now complete, and at its heart lies a vibrant new playground that’s already becoming a favourite spot for families across the eastern suburbs. Part of a major upgrade delivered...
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The South Australian Government School Sports Voucher program was expanded again in 2026 to include 2 x $100 vouchers per child, per calendar year to cover the costs for sport, active recreation and music fees. The vouchers are available to children living in South Australia in Reception to Year 9. The good news is that in 2027 the age will increase to 18 so that children aged 5-18 will be able to access 2 x $100 for extra curricular...
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Ahhh mini golf, miniature golf, putt-putt, mini putt, ‘the place where dad gets angry and over-competitive’. Known by many names and enjoyed by all (except parents of 6 year olds who think they are playing hockey and belts balls at a million miles an hour all over the place), this shrunken down version of golf is renowned the world over as the ideal place for families to set aside their differences and to come together in joyful and...
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