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Adelaide Tours & Wine Days: 15 Inside an Hour of the City

111 tours  ·  from $18

The Barossa and McLaren Vale are both under an hour away, and the dolphins are in the Port River. These 15 cover the wine days, Hahndorf, Kangaroo Island and the kayaking, priced and timed.

Adelaide: River Torrens Popeye Sightseeing Cruise - Elder Park to the Torrens River Weir Gate
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Adelaide: River Torrens Popeye Sightseeing Cruise

1.River Torrens Popeye Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 949 reviews · 45 min · from $19Our pick

Board the heritage Popeye at Elder Park for a 45-minute return cruise along the River Torrens. Your English-speaking captain, possibly Sam or James, points out Adelaide Festival Centre, SAHMRI, Adelaide Gaol, bridges, gardens, wildlife, and local history. Buy drinks aboard, or disembark near Adelaide Zoo and Botanic Garden.

“started at Skycity then down the river and then up the stream and back. You can leave the boat at the northen end of the trip and walk back to the city center which we did. there is a bar/coffee station on the boat. Torrens river is calm so the cruise is very relaxing.”

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From Adelaide: Barossa to Hahndorf Wine Tasting and Lunch - Pickup from Adelaide and the road north
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From Adelaide: Barossa to Hahndorf Wine Tasting and Lunch

2.Barossa to Hahndorf Wine Tasting and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 877 reviews · 8 hours · from $114

Spend eight hours touring the Barossa Valley and Adelaide Hills from Adelaide or Glenelg. Visit Maggie Beer's Farm Shop, Chateau Tanunda, and Kies Family Wines, with two tastings and lunch included. Finish in German-settled Hahndorf, where you have time to walk, shop, and enjoy coffee. Guides such as Deep, Peter, Geoff, and Waz are praised for clear commentary and friendly driving.

“The itinerary was good.., although a little more time in Hahndorf would have been good. Driver and guide were good too. What can be improved - cleanliness of the vehicle… it was just old and tired on the inside… some freshener at several times would also have helped.”

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Adelaide Oval Stadium Guided Tour - Meeting at the South Gate
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Adelaide Oval Stadium Guided Tour

3.Adelaide Oval Stadium Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 760 reviews · 1h 30m · from $20

Spend 90 minutes inside Adelaide Oval with an English-speaking guide such as Rob, Richard, Marg, or Trevor. See restricted areas, the original manual scoreboard, AFL spaces, and the Bradman Collection. The route changes with stadium operations, but you can expect plenty of local sporting stories, photo stops, and a close look at how this famous ground works.

“An improved merchandise shop. It was brilliant and the best was the scoreboard part. We are from UK”

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Torrens River Cruise in Adelaide - Adelaide Oval from the water
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Torrens River Cruise in Adelaide

4.Torrens River Cruise in Adelaide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 624 reviews · from $19

Board Popeye at Elder Park for a 40 to 50 minute Torrens River cruise with live commentary from skippers such as Tony, Sam, or Tom. You’ll pass Adelaide Oval, the Festival Centre, Adelaide Gaol, the zoo, and St Peter’s Cathedral. Seats are first come, first served, and food and drinks cost extra.

“Nice shortish trip on Torrens River in central Adelaide. Boarding point easy to find. Informative commentary from ship's captain as we cruised along.”

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Adelaide: Dolphin Sanctuary Eco Kayaking Tour - Fifteen minutes to learn the basics
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Adelaide: Dolphin Sanctuary Eco Kayaking Tour

5.Dolphin Sanctuary Eco Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 560 reviews · 3 hours · from $55

Set out from Angas Inlet Boat Club with guides such as Alex, Paddy, Mark, or Kendall for a gentle kayak trip through Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary. You’ll receive a safety lesson, kayak through 10,000-year-old mangroves, look for dolphins and birds, and may reach historic shipwrecks. No kayaking experience is required, but children must be at least 10.

“Brayden and Paddy were amazing guides. 3hrs, multiple dolphin sightings, mangroves and some ship wrecks - all of our expectations were met if not exceeded. :)”

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Barossa Valley Inc Maggie Beers & Hahndorf (German Village) - Chateau Tanunda gives the Barossa its grandest welcome
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Barossa Valley Inc Maggie Beers & Hahndorf (German Village)

6.Barossa Valley Inc Maggie Beers & Hahndorf (German Village)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 467 reviews · from $128

Travel from Adelaide to the Barossa Valley and Adelaide Hills with a local driver-guide such as Deep, Geoff, or Perry. Taste wine at Chateau Tanunda and Kies Family Wines, enjoy lunch, visit Maggie Beers or a listed regional stop, then browse Hahndorf. Hotel pickup, tastings, air-conditioned transport, and return drop-off are included.

“This was a very well-organised and enjoyable day out from Adelaide. The pre-trip communication was great, and I really appreciated the pick-up and drop-off from my hotel. Our guide, Deep, was most knowledgeable and enthusiastic and made the day fly by. Particular highlights were the wine-tasting at the stunning Chateau Tanunga, the visit to Maggie Beer's farm shop and cafe with its peaceful surroundings, and a very pleasant lunch at Kies winery. Thank you Deep for a great day out in the beautiful Barossa valley and Adelaide Hills.”

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Adelaide: 4-Hour Swimming with Dolphins Experience - The front net is the prime position
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Adelaide: 4-Hour Swimming with Dolphins Experience

7.4-Hour Swimming with Dolphins Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 439 reviews · 3h 30m · from $105

Meet at Glenelg’s Marina Pier for a 3.5-hour cruise aboard the 58-foot catamaran Temptation. Marine biologists guide you toward wild dolphin pods, explain their behavior, and organize time in the water using the front net or rear tow line. Wetsuits, masks, and snorkels are supplied, but bring a towel, swimwear, sunscreen, food, and drinks.

“The staff were friendly and knowledgeable and clearly enthusiastic and passionate about what they do. We got so lucky on our little voyage, seeing both species of local dolphins and even both species mingling and playing together/bullying each other. It was a fantastic experience and neither my partner or I have stopped talking about it and we look forward to doing it again.”

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Port Adelaide: Dolphin and Ships Graveyard Cruise - Meeting at the little lighthouse
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Port Adelaide: Dolphin and Ships Graveyard Cruise

8.Dolphin and Ships Graveyard Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 375 reviews · 1h 30m · from $62

Spend 90 minutes cruising Port Adelaide with a skipper-guide such as Jim, Chris, Jason or Alex. Expect stories about working docks, old vessels and the Ships Graveyard, plus a search for wild dolphins and birds near the International Bird Sanctuary. Sightings are never promised, but the port’s industrial scenery gives the trip plenty to see.

“Absolutely loved it...highlight of trip to Adelaide. Saw dolphins... Young crew best ever...so confident so informative. Interacted with kids on board...just brilliant over all experience. Thanks for making this trip so memorable. Keep it up guys thanks”

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Adelaide Hills Tour with River Murray Lunch Cruise - Bridgewater Mill, with one important caveat
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Adelaide Hills Tour with River Murray Lunch Cruise

9.Adelaide Hills Tour with River Murray Lunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 374 reviews · from $135

Spend about 8.5 hours seeing Mount Lofty, Bridgewater, the Murray River, and Hahndorf. Your air-conditioned coach includes hotel pickup, a two-course lunch aboard Captain Proud, and live river commentary. Guides such as Paul, Phil, Roy, and Karen are praised for local stories and humor, though time in Hahndorf is limited.

“A fun day out. The food was fantastic. The captain was very entertaining. The views are amazing. A great way to see the river.”

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Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tour Adelaide - Mangroves, birds, and the quiet side of Adelaide
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Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tour Adelaide

10.Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tour Adelaide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 355 reviews · from $56

Kayak through Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary from Garden Island on a roughly three-hour small-group tour. Guides such as Alex, Paddy, Fiona, and Lewis lead beginners through mangroves, estuary water, bird habitat, and sometimes shipwrecks. Dolphins are wild and sightings are possible, not promised. Gear and a dry bag are included.

“Didn’t see any dolphins - they aren’t a guarantee. Would be great if the website gave the rough odds of seeing dolphins as it turned out to be an expensive kayaking tour. Otherwise was well organised and lovely views. Paddling was mostly eRead more”

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Adelaide: 4-Hour Guaranteed Wild Dolphin Watching Cruise - Meeting Temptation at Glenelg’s Marina Pier
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Adelaide: 4-Hour Guaranteed Wild Dolphin Watching Cruise

11.4-Hour Guaranteed Wild Dolphin Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 349 reviews · 3h 30m · from $63

Join Temptation Sailing at Glenelg’s Marina Pier for a 3.5-hour catamaran cruise among Adelaide’s wild bottlenose and common dolphins. Expect close views from the bow, coastal scenery, and lively commentary from the crew. Guides such as Elle and Quinn have earned praise for their warm, clear explanations. Bring sunscreen, food, drinks, and a warm layer.

“This is just the most amazing trip to do and the best thing we’ve done in Adelaide. So many dolphins. Knowledgable crew. 11/10 recommend”

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Adelaide: Rooftop Climbing Experience of the Adelaide Oval - What happens from check-in to the roofline
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Adelaide: Rooftop Climbing Experience of the Adelaide Oval

12.Rooftop Climbing Experience of the Adelaide Oval

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 326 reviews · 2h 30m · from $84

Walk Adelaide Oval’s roofline with an English-speaking guide, safety harness, and climb suit. Expect 360-degree views, Adelaide history, ladders, metal grates, and the optional 50-metre lean-out. Guides such as Brayden, Lucas, and Liam have led recent climbs, but staff vary. Twilight is especially scenic.

“My friend and I were treated very well due to our ages we are both over 80 years a special thanks to Fraiser who helped us finish the climb also to the ground staff who were very friendly to the both of us have confidence in all yor staff to continue in their jobs at the Oval. Kjndest Regards Jennifer Williams 👌”

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90 Minute Port River Dolphin & Ships Graveyard Cruise - Setting out from Port Adelaide
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90 Minute Port River Dolphin & Ships Graveyard Cruise

13.90 Minute Port River Dolphin & Ships Graveyard Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 321 reviews · from $63

Spend 90 minutes cruising Adelaide’s Port River with a skipper such as Alex, Jim, Naomi, or Jacob. Search for wild bottlenose dolphins, pass the Ships’ Graveyard’s rusting wrecks, and glide near the Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary. The boat has a bathroom, but no food service, so bring snacks.

“Long way out of Adelaide. Def Uber or bus, but well worth it! Great commentator and lots of interesting stuff to see”

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Adelaide: South Australia Guided Full-Day Highlights Tour - Mount Lofty: a quick view over Adelaide
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Adelaide: South Australia Guided Full-Day Highlights Tour

14.South Australia Guided Full-Day Highlights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 298 reviews · 8 hours · from $126

Travel from Adelaide or Glenelg with an English-speaking guide to Mount Lofty, Hahndorf, Victor Harbor and McLaren Vale. You get lunch, free time, coastal scenery and a visit to the d’Arenberg Cube. Guides such as Pete, Maddy, Deep and Geoff are known for lively commentary, local tips and friendly service.

“Anil from Bums on Seats was our guide. We were only three people so we went on a small car felt like a private tour. It was excellent! We had a lot of fun. We went to Mount Lofty, Hahndorf, Victor Harbour, Nurlanga beach then he dropped us off in Glenelg.”

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Experience Hahndorf & Barossa: Gourmet lunch, Wine, Beer & Treats - Beerenberg adds a seasonal farm experience
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Experience Hahndorf & Barossa: Gourmet lunch, Wine, Beer & Treats

15.Experience Hahndorf & Barossa: Gourmet lunch, Wine, Beer & Treats

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 286 reviews · from $121Top rated

Travel from Adelaide to Hahndorf and the Barossa Valley with an English-speaking guide such as Amanda or Hermit. The day combines German village streets, seasonal strawberry picking, Melba’s Chocolate Factory, two wine tastings, a gourmet lunch at Kies Family Wines and Maggie Beer’s Farm Shop. Beer is not included, so plan on wine-focused tasting.

“Very informative guide , didn't talk all the time only when we needed to know something or to look out for something we would miss with out local knowledge.”

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