Help me find... school holiday activities in the city
School holidays are here and there's plenty to do to keep the kids entertained. Plan your city school holiday adventure with Experience Adelaide's guide to the best school holidays activities in the city.
See what to do in each corner of the city:
East End
Rundle Mall
Shop the latest trends and stock up on back-to-school essentials in Rundle Mall. Hit big brand favourites like H&M, Uniqlo and rebel, hunt down epic sales and enjoy hours of entertainment at Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq, Strike Bowling and the Hijinx Hotel with special school holiday offers.
The South Australian Museum
Embark on an adventure and discover more about Ancient Egypt, megafauna and fossils that are millions of years old, Pacific cultures and more at the South Australian Museum.
Adelaide Zoo
Spend time with some of your favourite animal friends over the holidays at Adelaide Zoo. Get up close and personal with the friendly giraffes, hang out with the mischievous meerkats or meet curious amphibians in the Envirodome!
Art Gallery of South Australia
Discover over 45,000 works of art from across the globe at the Art Gallery of South Australia these school holidays. Explore the gallery at your own pace, learn more with a free guided tour and get hands-on with kids activities. On the first Sunday of each month, Start at the Gallery offers a delightful opportunity for children aged 3-12 and their families to explore the world of art together.
The State Library of South Australia
Just because school's out for the holidays doesn't mean learning has to stop. Discover your next bedtime tale or explore the historic Mortlock Chamber.
West End
MOD.
Visit MOD., the Museum of Discovery to explore beginnings, endings and everything in between at their current exhibition, BEGINNINGS. Younger explorers will love experimenting with musical compositions in the sonic studio MiNi, while old kids can try their hand at protecting MOD from an AI gone rogue, harness the natural forces of the universe by feeding The Beast, and much more.
JamFactory
See the very best of Australian craft and design up close at the renowned JamFactory - and if you're lucky, you might see their talented team blowing molten glass live!
South West
Global flavours at Adelaide Central Market
Taste your way around the world and go on a culinary adventure at the Adelaide Central Market, one of the largest undercover fresh produce markets in the southern hemisphere. In school holidays, kids can embark on Big Market Adventures, including the Kids Market Trail, free craft, face painting and more.
Princess Elizabeth Playground
Create your own adventure at the Princess Elizabeth Playground, equipped with two climbing towers, loop slide, in ground trampolines and swings. No matter if you've got a aspiring princess, knight or dragon in the family, the kids are sure to sleep well after a day spent here.
South East
TreeClimb
Did you know the city is home to Australia's first inner-city aerial adventure park? Face your fears and challenge yourself to over 70 obstacles across eight routes all perched atop the great gum trees. There are challenges available for all skill levels so no matter your comfort with heights, there's an obstacle course to suit the whole family.
BMX City Dirt Tracks
Bring the BMX bike and make tracks at the BMX City Dirt Tracks in Blue Gum Park / Kurangga. With plenty of jumps across four tracks designed for different skill levels, creating endless fun whether you're a novice or an experienced bike rider.
Adelaide Himeji Garden
Be transported to the tranquillity of Japan at the Adelaide Himeji Garden, a celebration of the relationship between Adelaide and its sister city Himeji in Japan. See two classic Japanese garden styles, the 'senzui', a lake and mountain garden and 'kare senzui', a dry garden of rocks and sand.
North Adelaide
North Adelaide Golf Course
Tee up for an afternoon of fun and test your golfing skills these school holidays. Play a round or learn the secrets behind chipping a hole-in-one with lessons available at the North Adelaide Golf Course.
Bush Magic Playground
Nothing beats a good, old fashioned playground for a bit of school holiday fun. Let the kids loose on the play space as you sit back and enjoy the tranquil surrounds of the Park Lands.
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