Things to do in Adelaide

There are several things that you can do while in Adelaide. The local attractions in this area are both natural and manmade.

If you are traveling with children, you should not miss the Adelaide zoo. The difference of this zoo from other Australia zoos is that it has a walk-through aviary. There are many endangered species of animals found in this zoo that the children will truly love to look at. The accommodation provided by the staff is very welcoming.

Another place worth visiting is the Melba Chocolate and Confectionery Factory. From the name alone, you will know that this is a place where chocolates are made. It was named after an Australian opera singer. Before you leave, make sure that you drop by their gift shop store where you can avail of gifts that you can bring home.

Another place where the accomodation for guests is terrific is at Mount Thebarton Snow and Ice. This is an indoor facility where visitors can ski, sled and skate. Guests can rent for equipments if you need one.

Just Cruisin 4WD Tours, this is one activity that backpackers and friends shouldn`t miss. You will get the chance to travel the whole south Australia and get to see the different places where you haven`t been before. You can take the trip to the Outback, wineries and beaches.

Adelaide Zoo
Adelaide Zoo is home to over 3,400 animals and almost 300 species of exotic and native mammals, birds, reptiles and fish exhibited in magnificent botanic surroundings now expanded to 8 hectares.
Adelaide Zoo focuses on endangered and rare animals from continents which made up the super continent Gondwana - South America, India, Africa and Australia (also South East Asia). The Zoology and Botany of these continents show interesting similarities and are the regions represented in the Zoo`s major exhibits; South East Asian Rainforest, Seal Bay, Australian Rainforest Wetlands walk-through aviary, Africa, South America, India, Nocturnal House and Reptile House.

Melba's Chocolate And Confectionery Factory
Melba's famous chocolate factory is housed in an historic cheese factory and visitors are able to wander through the different production areas where a variety of confectioneries are made.

The factory shop has a huge range and variety of sweets and chocolates. Visitors can choose from hundreds of difference products.