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Hunter Valley Full Day Tour

Hunter Valley: Wine Tour with 2-Course Lunch, Choc & Cheese

$158
per adult
Hunter Valley: Wine Tour with 2-Course Lunch, Choc & Cheese
Cruise on Sydney Harbour

Sydney Harbour Hop on Hop off Explorer Cruise

$30
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Sydney Harbour Hop on Hop off Explorer Cruise
Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise Morning or Afternoon Departure

Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise Morning or Afternoon Departure

$42
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise Morning or Afternoon Departure
Sydney Harbour Discovery Cruise Including Lunch

Sydney Harbour Discovery Cruise Including Lunch

$57
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sydney Harbour Discovery Cruise Including Lunch
Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour

Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour

$36
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour
View from up high

Behind The Scenes: Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) Guided Walking Tour

$25
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Behind The Scenes: Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) Guided Walking Tour
Port Stephens Dolphin Watching by Gray Line

Port Stephens Day Tour - Gray Line Sydney

$143
per adult
Port Stephens Day Tour - Gray Line Sydney
Ultimate Sydney Walking Tour

Ultimate Sydney Walking Tour (Small-Group, Drink Included)

$59
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Ultimate Sydney Walking Tour (Small-Group, Drink Included)
Beautiful Wine Tasting - Haselgrove Wines

Adelaide Highlights, Hahndorf & McLaren Vale Wine Tasting and Sightseeing Tour

$97
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Adelaide Highlights, Hahndorf & McLaren Vale Wine Tasting and Sightseeing Tour
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Garden Island must see attractions

1. Glenelg Beach


The coastal town of Glenelg is a local favorite, ideal for swimming, dining and entertainment. When Europeans first settled in South Australia in 1836, they chose the sandy white shores of Holdfast Bay to build their homes. Almost 180 years later, the town they formed, Glenelg, remains one of the most popular coastal regions in the state.
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A public square with a prominent clock tower, surrounded by trees and buildings.

2. Adelaide Oval

Come to the Adelaide Oval to watch sporting legends clash on the hallowed turf during a footy or cricket match. Boo or roar with the excited fans during a home game, or just sit back and enjoy the spectacle.
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A large, empty stadium with tiered seating and a green field.

3. Adelaide Casino

Try your luck at poker and dine at some of the city’s best restaurants during a visit to Adelaide Casino. Otherwise known as SkyCity Adelaide, the complex offers a complete entertainment package. As it’s housed in the historic Railway Station near the banks of the River Torrens, this is a landmark that’s impressive before you even step inside.
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A building with columns and a clock, labeled "Railway Station".

4. Rundle Mall

When a 1800 feet (550-meter) stretch of one of Adelaide’s main streets was closed off to cars in 1976, it created more than just a premier shopping precinct. It fused a century of history with contemporary cosmopolitan entertainment, making Rundle Mall the heart of the city.
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Adelaide Arcade with a prominent dome and ornate architecture.

5. University of Adelaide

Explore the University of Adelaide and its main campus, which contains many of Adelaide’s most beloved historic buildings. Stretching from North Terrace up to the River Torrens, the spacious university grounds are an interesting place to visit for historical landmarks and the buzz of the institution’s research and learning.
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A historic church with a pointed steeple and a statue in the foreground.

6. Adelaide Zoo

Adelaide is home to Australia’s only not-for-profit zoo, a leader in modern zoological techniques. The Adelaide Zoo features some 300 species, with a total of 1,800 animals inhabiting over 20 acres (eight hectares).
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A panda sitting on a branch in a zoo enclosure.

7. Adelaide Central Market

Visit Adelaide Central Market, a huge covered bazaar in an impressive redbrick building in the heart of the city. In addition to its trendy cafés and restaurants, the site is packed with everything from cheeses and baked goods to seafood and meat. Get a sense of the local culture by chatting with the vendors and fellow market-goers in this lively hub.
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A market entrance with a sign indicating a low clearance of 3.2 meters.

8. Brighton Beach

Brighton Beach is a large, sandy beach with pretty deep water, making it great for ocean swimming and other summer activities. While usually quieter than Glenelg Beach to the north, there is always something to see and do around Brighton Beach’s old jetty. So, grab your togs and check it out.
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A coastal walkway leading to a sandy beach with clear blue waters.

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Adelaide Central Business District

Adelaide Central Business District is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Victoria Square and Adelaide Town Hall. See more of Adelaide by jumping on the metro at Victoria Square - Tarndanyangga Tram Stop or Rundle Mall Tram Stop.

A historic building with a clock tower, palm trees, and a cafe.

Glenelg

Glenelg is highly notable for its stunning beaches, and you might want to visit top sights like Jetty Road and Moseley Square. See more of Adelaide by jumping on the metro at Jetty Road (Stop 16) Tram Stop or Moseley Square (Stop 17) Tram Stop.

A stone building with a sign for 'Hot Draughthaus' and 'Buffet'.

Hahndorf

Unique features of Hahndorf include the spas and bars. Make a stop by Hahndorf Hill Winery or RockBare Cellar Door while you're exploring the area.

A vineyard with rows of grapevines in front of a stone building with a green roof.

McLaren Vale

Wineries, coffeehouses, and spas highlight some of the noteworthy features of McLaren Vale. Make a stop by Maxwell Wines or Wirra Wirra Vineyards while you're exploring the neighborhood.

A large cathedral with two tall spires and a circular window.

North Adelaide

North Adelaide is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to North Adelaide Golf Course and Adelaide Aquatic Centre while you're in town.

 

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