This elegant city is known for its colonial stone architecture, expansive parklands, lively festivals and incredible sense of space. Explore the museums and libraries of North Terrace, dine on dedicated 'eat streets' or picnic in gardens that sprawl over almost half the city. Go bike riding in Botanic Park or row past rose gardens in Rymill Park. Swim with dolphins or learn to sail in Glenelg or fish from the jetty in Henley. Just beyond the city centre you'll find the picturesque Adelaide Hills and the world-class wineries of the Barossa Valley.

Five ways to immerse yourself in Adelaide

• Hit The Eat Streets; cuisine in the exotic, bustling food halls of Chinatown. Embrace the alfresco ambience of Rundle Street.
• Enjoy a swim with dolphins or a beach sunset with your meal in the coastal suburbs of Glenelg and Henley Beach or wind down with a wine at the National Wine Centre.
• Feel Green and Serene In Adelaide's Parks.
• Hire paddleboats and bikes in Elder Park or row past formal rose gardens in Rymill Park.
• Explore the museums, markets and historic harbor of Port Adelaide, the city's maritime heart.
• Drive to the Adelaide Hills, where the picturesque farmlands and charming villages have inspired many generations of artists.