School Holiday Activities & Fun Things To Do In Adelaide For Young Adults, Teenagers And Kids

School holiday activities in Adelaide

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Deep Seas Wellbeing Programs
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Deep Seas Wellbeing Programs

Wellbeing art workshops, peer support, mentoring, emotional and social intelligence training & more programs for kids, teens and young people.

From
$10

AUD

Attractions for families in Adelaide

Adelaide Central Market Lunch Tour

Adelaide Central Market Lunch Tour

Enjoy a guided tour of the Adelaide Central Market PLUS a delicious gourmet lunch tasting the best in South Australian cuisine. Book online here!

From
$185

AUD

Morialta Wilderness and Wildlife Hike

Morialta Wilderness and Wildlife Hike

Discover breathtaking waterfalls, wildlife and hike nature trails on this small group Adelaide day tour to Morialta National Park.

From
$124

AUD

Rock Climb Zipline And Mega Swing Experience (Mount Lofty Adventure Hub)

Rock Climb Zipline And Mega Swing Experience (Mount Lofty Adventure Hub)

Rock climb, abseil, zipline and ride the mega swing at Australia’s largest aerial adventure in Mount Lofty, Adelaide.

From
$67

AUD

Adelaide Swim with Wild Dolphins Cruise

Adelaide Swim with Wild Dolphins Cruise

Swim and play in the dolphins' world with an average swim time of over 1 hour with all equipment and safety gear included. Free for children under 2 years of age.

From
$154

AUD

Wirrina Scenic Cruise - 60 Minutes

Wirrina Scenic Cruise - 60 Minutes

Embark on a family friendly adventure exploring the West Fleurieu Peninsula coastline and native wildlife on a 60 minute scenic cruise from Wirrina, SA.

From
$75

AUD

Victor Harbor Southern Ocean Adventure Cruise

Victor Harbor Southern Ocean Adventure Cruise

Discover some of Victor Harbor's southern islands, wildlife, and spectacular views with Wildlife and Whale tour.

From
$85

AUD

Guided Coorong Kayaking Tour with Lunch

Guided Coorong Kayaking Tour with Lunch

Spend a day kayaking through Coorong National Park, soaking up the local wildlife and epic scenery.

From
$175

AUD

Jurlique Farm Tour

Jurlique Farm Tour

Go behind the scenes of the Jurlique cosmetics brand with a tour of the biodynamic farm in Adelaide and see for yourself how the products are made.

From
$40

AUD

Astronomy Session at River Murray Dark Sky Reserve

Astronomy Session at River Murray Dark Sky Reserve

Visit Australia’s first International Dark Sky Reserve for an astronomy session in one of the darkest places on Earth.

From
$130

AUD

Adelaide Hills Self-Guided E-Bike Ride - Full Day

Adelaide Hills Self-Guided E-Bike Ride - Full Day

Explore Adelaide Hills for a full day by electric bike with GPS routes, scenic lookouts, native wildlife and the freedom to ride at your own pace.

From
$125

AUD

Dark Sky Gold Stars Sunset Dinner

Dark Sky Gold Stars Sunset Dinner

Visit an Aboriginal Cultural Site, enjoy a traditional pub meal and settle in with a glass of bubbly and stargazing at the River Murray Dark Sky Reserve.

From
$299

AUD

Rawnsley Park Station Run 4WD Half Day Tour

Rawnsley Park Station Run 4WD Half Day Tour

Experience life on a commercial sheep station with a half-day 4WD tour of Rawnsley Park Station. Learn about farming and the station’s 2,000 Dohne sheep.

From
$240

AUD

Welcome to Adelaide - City Highlights Tour

Welcome to Adelaide - City Highlights Tour

Uncover the essence of Adelaide in this guided 90-minute walking tour past lively streets, striking art, delicious coffee shops and iconic landmarks.

From
$44

AUD

Jimmy C & Adelaide Street Art Guided Walking Tour

Jimmy C & Adelaide Street Art Guided Walking Tour

Discover Adelaide’s vibrant street art and Jimmy C’s iconic murals on a guided two-hour walking tour past hidden gems and with local insights.

From
$59

AUD

Adelaide City Guided Kayak Tour - 90 Minutes

Adelaide City Guided Kayak Tour - 90 Minutes

Spend 90 minutes paddling the River Torrens on a guided kayak tour, passing Adelaide's iconic riverside sights while enjoying relaxed fun on the water.

From
$78

AUD

Adelaide Oval Dawn Roof Climb & Breakfast - 3 Hours

Adelaide Oval Dawn Roof Climb & Breakfast - 3 Hours

Watch Adelaide come alive from above with a dawn roof climb and breakfast experience that’s equal parts thrilling and breathtaking.

From
$145

AUD

Coorong Full Day Cruise including Lunch

Coorong Full Day Cruise including Lunch

Visit Coorong National Park on this full day adventure that includes a scenic cruise and 2 guided walks into the national park with lunch and afternoon tea.

From
$170

AUD

Sunset Coorong Kayaking Tour with Picnic - 3 Hours

Sunset Coorong Kayaking Tour with Picnic - 3 Hours

Spend an evening exploring the Coorong National Park! Stroll in the sand dunes and enjoy a delicious cheese and fruit platter as the sun sets.

From
$135

AUD

3 Day Kangaroo Island Adventure Tour from Adelaide

3 Day Kangaroo Island Adventure Tour from Adelaide

Connect to nature on this 3-day eco-camping adventure from Adelaide of incredible Kangaroo Island.

From
$995

AUD

Swim with Cuttlefish 3 Day Tour From Adelaide

Swim with Cuttlefish 3 Day Tour From Adelaide

Swim with Cuttlefish on this comprehensive three day guided tour from Whyalla with accommodation, transport, activities and meals included.

From
$1,990

AUD

Kangaroo Island Full Day Tour from Adelaide with Lunch

Kangaroo Island Full Day Tour from Adelaide with Lunch

With stunning views of the Great Barrier Reef and Tropical Rainforest from up to 14,000ft, you wouldn't want to skydive anywhere else in the world.

From
$405

AUD

Barossa Valley Taste of Flight Helicopter Experience

Barossa Valley Taste of Flight Helicopter Experience

Take off on a private helicopter tour for up to three, across South Australia's stunning Barossa Valley for a thrilling and scenic wine country adventure.

From
$165

AUD

The Bluff Abseiling Experience - 2 Hours

The Bluff Abseiling Experience - 2 Hours

This two hour experience will have you abseiling The Bluff in Victor Harbour from 97m height with incredible views of Petrol Cove and West Island.

From
$99

AUD

Adelaide Dolphin Watching Cruise

Adelaide Dolphin Watching Cruise

Head out on the waters of Adelaide for a once in a lifetime encounter on this 3.5 hour cruise - you don't go to the dolphins, the dolphins come to you!

From
$92

AUD

V8 Mustang Drive Experience - 5 Laps

V8 Mustang Drive Experience - 5 Laps

Feel your heart pounding through your chest as you take a seat behind the wheel of a V8 Ford Mustang with a professional drive at The Bend Motorsports Park.

From
$349

AUD

Porsche 911 GT3 Cup Hot Lap Experience - 3 Laps

Porsche 911 GT3 Cup Hot Lap Experience - 3 Laps

Take a seat on the passenger seat of a Porsche 911 GT3 Cup race car for three invigorating hot laps at The Bend Motorsports Park race track in Adelaide.

From
$399

AUD

Barossa Kayak Hire and Tour - 2 Hours

Barossa Kayak Hire and Tour - 2 Hours

Grab a kayak and explore the beauty of the Barossa Valley at your own pace on this self-guided kayak tour on the Warren Reservoir in Mount Crawford.Β 

From
$55

AUD

Radical SR3 3 Hot Lap Passenger Experience - Adelaide

Radical SR3 3 Hot Lap Passenger Experience - Adelaide

Enjoy three incredible passenger hot laps in a radical SR3 race car with a professional driver blasting you around The Bend Motorsports Park race track.

From
$349

AUD

Adelaide Hills Microbrewery Pint & Pizza - 2 Hours - For 2

Adelaide Hills Microbrewery Pint & Pizza - 2 Hours - For 2

Wander into the Adelaide Hills for a relaxed two-hour microbrewery stop for two with deep-dish pizza and a pint of craft beer each.

From
$95

AUD

Free things to do in Adelaide

Ingalalla Falls, SA

Ingalalla Falls, SA

Bring your family to Ingalalla Falls for a fun, free adventure: a stunning waterfall, picnic grounds, playground & lookout points. Dogs are welcome!

Free
Storybook Walk - Sculpture Trail In Thalassa Park
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Storybook Walk - Sculpture Trail In Thalassa Park

Looking for a fun free activity & where to picnic with family? This park offers one of the most beautiful Adelaide walking trails and picnic grounds.

Free
Semaphore Beach
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Semaphore Beach

Visit one of the best family friendly beaches Adelaide has, with shallow water for kids to swim safely, and many more outdoor activities Adelaide has.

Free
Brighton Beach
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Brighton Beach

Visit Brighton Beach, SA, for swimming, family picnics, beach walks, sculptures by the sea and watching beautiful Adelaide sunsets!

Free
Thalassa Park: Best Adelaide Playground & Nature Walk
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Thalassa Park: Best Adelaide Playground & Nature Walk

Looking for Adelaide free activities? Thalassa Park is one of the best Adelaide playgrounds, walking trails and picnic grounds Adelaide has to offer.

Free

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