Exploring North Terrace in Adelaide

May 16, 2022

Exploring North Terrace, Adelaide

If you’re visiting Adelaide for the first time or you’re planning on spending the day in the city with your family, you must explore Adelaide’s cultural boulevard, North Terrace. There is always something new to discover.

Arguably the most picturesque street in the City of Adelaide, take a walk through this historical area and explore the numerous buildings, take in the heritage architecture and enjoy the tree lined paths and gardens. Running all the way from East Terrace to West Terrace, North Terrace is home to some of our most well known galleries and museums, universities, shops, restaurants, hotels and much more.

Beautiful both day and night, there is something for all ages to enjoy along North Terrace, such as:

The National Wine Centre of Australia
The Adelaide Botanic Garden
Ayers House
The University of Adelaide
The Art Gallery of South Australia
Migration Museum
South Australian Museum
The State Library
ANZAC Centenary Memorial Walk
War Memorial
Rundle Mall
Government House
Parliament House
Adelaide Festival Centre
Adelaide Casino (SkyCity Adelaide)
Adelaide Railway Station
The Adelaide Convention Centre
MOD Museum
SAMHRI

There is so much to do in and around North Terrace. Read some of our reviews below:

Botanic Lodge | Adelaide Botanic Garden | Review

The newly opened Botanic Lodge is set lakeside in the heart of the leafy Adelaide Botanic Garden. It is a ...

SAHMRI Building Open Day | Adelaide | Review

'A Window on SAHMRI' is an annual open day giving a unique look inside the 'cheesegrater' building on North Terrace ...

Lunch on the Lawns at Government House | Adelaide

Her Excellency the Governor is opening the family-friendly grounds of Government House for the public to enjoy their lunch picnic-style ...

The Art Gallery of South Australia | Adelaide | Review

Explore The Art Gallery of South Australia on North Terrace, Adelaide. There's plenty for kids to see and do at ...

NEO | Free Events for Teens | Art Gallery of South Australia

Discover what's on for teens at AGSA in 2024! Held six times a year at the Art Gallery of South ...

START at the Gallery | Art Gallery of SA | Dates for 2024

Free START Program for Children at the Art Gallery of South Australia An exciting introduction to art for children and ...

Explore the South Australian Museum | Review

South Australian Museum - Review by Sharon Harrington The South Australian Museum on North Terrace in the City is FREE ...

State Library of South Australia – Mortlock Wing | Review

The State Library of South Australia - Review of the Mortlock Wing in Adelaide If you haven’t experienced the State ...

Festival Plaza | Free Water Play | Adelaide Festival Centre

Festival Plaza Precinct - Adelaide's new heart of entertainment to meet, indulge, play and enjoy day or night. Completely free ...

Ayers House Museum | Adelaide

Ayers House Museum Ayers House Museum allows families to spend quality, creative time together exploring three levels of Victorian-era grandeur ...

Australian Space Discovery Centre | Lot Fourteen | Adelaide

Australian Space Discovery Centre at Lot Fourteen The Australian Space Discovery Centre (ASDC) located in Adelaide at Lot Fourteen is ...

Government House Tours & Open Days | Adelaide

Government House Garden Tours & Open Days Government House in Adelaide is the oldest Government House in Australia. As Government ...

The Shadow Initiation | SA Museum

The Shadow Initiation - South Australian Museum One hour on the clock. Over 40 puzzles, challenges and tasks to attempt ...

Rundle Mall | Shopping in the City of Adelaide

Rundle Mall - the heart of shopping in the City of Adelaide Rundle Mall is South Australia’s premier shopping destination ...

Royal Adelaide Hospital | Playground & Amenities Review

Royal Adelaide Hospital - Playground & Amenities Review Review by Susannah Marks We visit the new Royal Adelaide Hospital and ...

MOD. Museum | University of South Australia | Review

MOD. at the University of South Australia - Free Futuristic Museum MOD. at the University of South Australia is a ...

Free City Connector Bus in Adelaide | Explore the City

Free City Bus in Adelaide Did you know Adelaide Metro offers free travel options within Adelaide City and North Adelaide? ...

Adelaide Botanic Garden | Learn, Play & Explore | Review

Adelaide Botanic Garden Nothing beats the simplicity of getting back to nature. Just on the fringe of the city you ...

Migration Museum | South Australia’s Colourful Cultural Heritage | Review

Tucked away behind the State Library on North Terrace you'll find the home of South Australia's Migration Museum. This history ...

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