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North Adelaide: Hills, Squares & Parklands Tour

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North Adelaide: Hills, Squares & Parklands Tour

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Price from: $42 / person
Location: Adelaide, Australia
Rating: 5.0 / 5 · 3 reviews
Languages: EN
Group: Small group, up to 15
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation: Instant
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator: Down to Earth Tours
Meeting point: Outside of the Wellington Hotel

Description

Take in the most breath-taking vistas and compelling stories of our colony and State on our North Adelaide: Hills, Squares & Parklands walking tour. Specifically designed for discerning history enthusiasts and lovers of fine architecture, this two hour experience explores the sweeping southern fringe of Upper North Adelaide, where grand architecture meets the pristine Adelaide Parklands. Led by your expert locally born and bred Adelaide guide, you will look past the spectacularly masonry facades to discover the hidden social history, quirky stories, and human stories that shaped South Australia. This leisurely amble showcases the crown jewels of Upper North Adelaide's early development, with highlights including: Historic Palmer Place and Brougham Place: Discover stunning 1850;s architectural masterpieces, including the majestic Bishop's Court and the grand Christ Church.

Schedule & prices

Runs: Every day
Start times: 10:00 AM
Next available: Fri, Oct 16
Adult (ages 18–59): $42
Senior (ages 60+): $38
Child (ages 5–17): $31

In demand: 18 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.

Tour Options

Adelaide Walking Tour: Hills, Squares and Parklands

Itinerary

15 min

• Wellington Hotel - Introduction including brief history of Adelaide and North Adelaide and its development, route of tour, duration and other housekeeping. Discuss Wellington Hotel and its history. (10 min) • Wellington Square - Discuss history of square, significance (5 min)

21 min

• House, Jeffcott Street - discuss previous owner and his history (5 min) • Lutheran Seminary - former Whinham College - History, architecture, developers of site (7 min) • Gable House - story of previous occupant, architecture (5 min) • Belmont House - History of house, previous occupants, architecture (4 min)

22 min

• Kingsmead - Design, history, previous occupants (4 min) • Duncraig - History, occupants, pioneering connection (3 min) • Victorian Bay-windowed villa - History, occupants, suicide story (5 min) • Bishop's Court, Christ Church & Rectory - History, architecture, notable occupants (10 min)

Light's Vision at Montefiore Hill

15 min

• Light's Vision - Montefiore Hill - History of site, of Colonel William Light, first public hanging (10 min) • Carclew - History of house, occupants, connection with famous explorer (5 min)

5 min

• Former Primitive Methodist Church - History - previous and current usage (5 min)

What's included

Included

Services of an experienced local guide

Information on transport options during visit to Adelaide

Information on what to see and do in Adelaide

Complimentary bag of South Australian made sweets

Not included

Food and drinks

Hotel pickup and hotel drop-off

Transportation to/from attractions

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

5.0

3 reviews

How it compares in Adelaide

Starting price $42 is 30% below the typical $60 for tours of similar length in Adelaide

Excurgo comparison of 353 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A maximum of 15 people per booking
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund

0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does North Adelaide: Hills, Squares & Parklands Tour take?

North Adelaide: Hills, Squares & Parklands Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.

How much does North Adelaide: Hills, Squares & Parklands Tour cost?

Prices start at $42 per person for this Adelaide experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does North Adelaide: Hills, Squares & Parklands Tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM.

How much does North Adelaide: Hills, Squares & Parklands Tour cost for children?

Children aged 5–17 pay from $31, adults from $42.

Does North Adelaide: Hills, Squares & Parklands Tour sell out?

It can: 18 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.

Can I cancel North Adelaide: Hills, Squares & Parklands Tour for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is Outside of the Wellington Hotel. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is North Adelaide: Hills, Squares & Parklands Tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Children must be accompanied by an adult

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Reviews(3)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

619jeffry

October 3, 2024 · via Tripadvisor

Parklands are always worth wandering around

Adelaide's Parklands are connected to the real estate known as the Frame. The Hills are worth tramping, and the squares are worth seeing. North Terrace has a collection of Adelaide's institutions, including the Old and New Parliaments of South Australia. Also notable is the Art Gallery and the South Australian Museum. The Parklands is a good place to wander around, there is always something interesting to see.

Operator response

Thanks so much for your review of parts of Adelaide. So pleased you have enjoyed exploring areas within the city and that you recommend them to others.

Gaileen_C

May 7, 2024 · via Viator

Great walking tour.

My guide Graeme brought the history alive with a mixture of story & facts. A wonderful introduction to Adelaide.

Operator response

Thanks Gaileen for both booking as well as posting your kind review. So pleased that you enjoyed the experience during your time in Adelaide.

jetsetter016

September 15, 2019 · via Tripadvisor

Great walk around North Adelaide with Graeme

Graeme is an excellent guide who has done a lot of research and has interesting information to share about the history of the houses and various buildings in North Adelaide. He has a humorous way of delivering his information and certainly holds your attention. We enjoyed our walk around the area and would certainly recommend him to locals and visitors alike. Thanks, Graeme!

Operator response

Thanks for your nice review - enjoyed hosting you all around a beautiful part of our city - North Adelaide on a perfect Spring day!

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