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Adelaide Parks, Adelaide Gardens and Adelaide Arboretums
(Adelaide, South Australia - SA, Australia AU)



Adelaide has many magnificent parks and gardens, both in the heart of Adelaide city centre and also on the outskirts of Adelaide. These Adelaide parks include a number of impressive National Parks, the Adelaide Botanic Gardens, the Adelaide Parklands, conservation and wildlife parks, and the vast Waite Arboretum, which was founded in the 1920s. South Australia's diverse city of Adelaide has a large amount of green and open space throughout, including mature trees, shrubs and colourful displays of flowers.

During Adelaide's hot summer months, the parks and gardens are often kept green by irrigation, using water from the Murray River. Many regions of Adelaide contain at least one park or garden, whether it is just a small square in central Adelaide, or enormous spreading parklands on the outskirts of Adelaide, with playing fields and picnic spots. Here are some of the most popular parks and gardens in and around Adelaide.




Adelaide Gardens and Parks: Adelaide Botanic Gardens - North Terrace, Adelaide, South Australia (SA), 5000, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)8 8222 9311
Situated in the heart of Adelaide city centre, the glorious Adelaide Botanic Gardens provide the perfect place to escape busy city life. With a number of landscaped gardens, important collections of exotic plants from around the world and a spectacular Victorian palm house, the Adelaide Botanic Gardens also feature a striking contemporary glasshouse known as the 'Bicentennial Conservatory'. Other attractions at the Adelaide Botanic Gardens include secluded seating areas, matures trees and shrubs, colourful flower borders, walking trails, guided walks and a range of activities for children, including face painting and outside 'Moonlight cinema' in the Plane Tree Drive area of the gardens.
Adelaide gardens open: Monday to Friday - 08:00 to dusk, Saturday and Sunday - 09:00 to dusk
Adelaide gardens admission: free

Adelaide Gardens and Parks: Adelaide Parklands - West Terrace, Adelaide, South Australia (SA), 5000, Australia AU
Tel: +1 300 655 276
The glorious Adelaide Parklands are a green oasis in the centre of Adelaide. Providing an important, central recreation area, the Adelaide Parklands are divided into separate areas, included landscaped gardens, playing fields and secluded areas with seats, which are ideal for picnics. Highlights at Adelaide Parklands include various pathways suitable for walking, jogging and cycling, mature trees and shrubs, colourful flower borders, three separate public golf courses and seasonal events, such as horse trials and riding displays.
Adelaide gardens open: daily - 24 hours
Adelaide gardens admission: free

Adelaide Gardens and Parks: Aldinga Scrub Conservation Park - Dover Street, Aldinga Beach, Adelaide, South Australia (SA), 5173, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)8 8278 5477
Located in southern Adelaide, in the coastal district of Glenelg, the Aldinga Scrub Conservation Park is a natural parkland, rich in local flora and fauna. Highlights at Adelaide's Aldinga Scrub Conservation Park include walking trails, areas suitable for picnics and many ancient trees.
Adelaide gardens open: daily - 24 hours
Adelaide gardens admission: free

Adelaide Gardens and Parks: Belair National Park - Upper Sturt Road, Belair, Adelaide, South Australia (SA), 5052, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)8 8278 5477
Belair National Park is an important, historic park, full of indigenous trees and shrubs. Situated in the scenic Adelaide Hills, Belair National Park is actually the oldest park in the whole of South Australia and attractions include a large lake, nature trails, hilltop views, playing fields, some sports facilities and picnic areas.
Adelaide gardens open: daily - 08:00 to dusk
Adelaide gardens admission: free

Adelaide Gardens and Parks: Black Hill Conservation Park - Maryvale Road, Athelstone, Adelaide, South Australia (SA), 5076, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)8 8336 0901
Black Hill Conservation Park, in eastern Adelaide, is an attractive beauty spot, full of native wildlife. Highlights at Black Hill Conservation Park include hill climbs with magnificent panoramic views, nature trails and quiet picnic spots.
Adelaide gardens open: daily - dawn to dusk
Adelaide gardens admission: free

Adelaide Gardens and Parks: Bonython Park - Port Road, North Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia (SA), 5006, Australia AU
Tel: +1 300 655 276
Lying in northern Adelaide, Bonython Park is a large, public park with scenic views of the nearby River Torrens. Popular with families, Adelaide's Bonython Park features a playground area, a small lake, picnic spots and numerous walking trails.
Adelaide gardens open: daily - 07:30 to dusk
Adelaide gardens admission: free

Adelaide Gardens and Parks: Botanic Park - Plane Tree Drive, Adelaide, South Australia (SA), 5000, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)8 8228 2311
Adelaide's vast Botanic Park is situated in northern Adelaide and is home to many open expanses of grassland and lawns, suitable for sports and playing. Other attractions at Adelaide's Botanic Park include shaded seating areas, pathways and many seasonal events, such as concerts.
Adelaide gardens open: daily - 24 hours
Adelaide gardens admission: free

Adelaide Gardens and Parks: Brownhill Creek Recreation Park - Brownhill Creek Road, Mitcham, Adelaide, South Australia (SA), 5062, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)8 8278 5477
Brownhill Creek Recreation Park, in the southern suburbs of Adelaide, is a large parkland, with vast areas of natural bushland and mature eucalyptus trees. Highlights at Brownhill Creek Recreation Park include walking trails, native wildlife and secluded areas, ideal for picnics.
Adelaide gardens open: daily - 24 hours
Adelaide gardens admission: free

Adelaide Gardens and Parks: Elder Park - King William Road, Adelaide, South Australia (SA), 5000, Australia AU
Tel: +1 300 655 276
Elder Park, in central Adelaide, is an important green haven away from the city centre. With many peaceful and private areas, other attractions at Adelaide's Elder Park include large expanses of open grassland, benches, walking trails, a famous Rotunda gazebo, views of the nearby Torrens Lake, picnic spots and many premier events and festivals.
Adelaide gardens open: daily - 24 hours
Adelaide gardens admission: free

Adelaide Gardens and Parks: Hazelwood Park - Howard Terrace, Hazelwood Park, Adelaide, South Australia (SA), 5066, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)8 8366 4265
Hazelwood Park, in the Norwood suburbs of Adelaide, is within easy reach of Adelaide city centre, either by bus or car. Featuring large open grassy spaces, picnic facilities, a small river and seating areas, Hazelwood Park is well-known for its fragrant and colourful lavender gardens.
Adelaide gardens open: daily - dawn to dusk
Adelaide gardens admission: free

Adelaide Gardens and Parks: Kingston Park - Cameron Avenue, Kingston Park, Adelaide, South Australia (SA), 5049, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)8 8229 9980
Kingston Park, in the Glenelg district of Adelaide, is close to the coastline. With mature landscaping, scenic views of the seafront, seating areas, secluded picnic spots and flower borders, Kingston Park is a popular area for relaxing in this area of Adelaide.
Adelaide gardens open: daily - dawn to dusk
Adelaide gardens admission: free

Adelaide Gardens and Parks: McElligots Reserve - Carrick Hill Drive, Mitcham, Adelaide, South Australia (SA), 5062, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)8 8272 8888
Situated in the suburbs of Adelaide, McElligots Reserve is home to large areas of open grassland, stunning views of Adelaide city, excellent picnic areas, seating, tables and good barbecue facilities. McElligots Reserve also has a small playground area for young children.
Adelaide gardens open: daily - dawn to dusk
Adelaide gardens admission: free

Adelaide Gardens and Parks: Mitcham Reserve - Old Belair Road, Drummonds Road, Mitcham, Adelaide, South Australia (SA), 5062, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)8 8272 8888
Mitcham Reserve, on the outskirts of Adelaide, is a vast area of natural beauty. Featuring a small river, mature trees, pathways, picnic spots and a playground area for children, Mitcham Reserve is within easy reach of Adelaide city centre, by either car or bus.
Adelaide gardens open: daily - dawn to dusk
Adelaide gardens admission: free

Adelaide Gardens and Parks: Mount Lofty Botanic Garden - Summit Road, Crafers, Adelaide, South Australia (SA), 5152, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)8 8222 9311
Located in the Adelaide Hills region, the Mount Lofty Botanic Garden is home to spreading gardens filled with mature, landscaped areas, impressive, exotic plant specimens and native, specimen eucalyptus trees. Other attractions at Adelaide's Mount Lofty Botanic Garden include hillside views, guided tours of the garden, seasonal events and seating areas.
Adelaide gardens open: Monday to Friday - 08:00 to dusk, Saturday and Sunday - 09:00 to dusk
Adelaide gardens admission: free

Adelaide Gardens and Parks: Morialta Conservation Park - Morialta Falls Road, Rostrevor, Adelaide, South Australia (SA), 5073, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)8 8336 0901
The Morialta Conservation Park is situated within driving distance of central Adelaide, in the Norwood district. Home to numerous areas of great natural beauty, attractions at Adelaide's Morialta Conservation Park include large amounts of native flora and fauna, walking trails, streams and breathtaking waterfalls.
Adelaide gardens open: hours vary
Adelaide gardens admission: free

Adelaide Gardens and Parks: River Torrens Linear Park - King William Road, Adelaide, South Australia (SA), 5000, Australia AU
Tel: +1 300 655 276
River Torrens Linear Park, in Adelaide city centre, is edged by the scenic River Torrens. Popular with both locals and visitors to Adelaide, the River Torrens Linear Park includes areas of wild bush and scrubland, native wildlife, trails suitable for walking, jogging and cycling, playgrounds for children, picnic and barbecue facilities, shaded seating areas with river views and mature trees.
Adelaide gardens open: daily - dawn to dusk
Adelaide gardens admission: free

Adelaide Gardens and Parks: Scott Creek Conservation Park - Scott Creek Road, Dorset Vale, Adelaide, South Australia (SA), 5157, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)8 8278 5477
Rich in native wildlife, the Scott Creek Conservation Park lies in the Adelaide Hills, close to central Adelaide. Attractions at the Scott Creek Conservation Park include a particularly high concentration of colourful birds, animals, ancient trees and magnificent views of the surrounding hills.
Adelaide gardens open: daily - dawn to dusk
Adelaide gardens admission: free

Adelaide Gardens and Parks: Shepherds Hill Recreation Park - Shepherds Hill Road, Eden Hills, Adelaide, South Australia (SA), 5050, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)8 8278 5477
Shepherds Hill Recreation Park, on the outskirts of Adelaide, is an enormous and diverse natural parkland. Highlights at Adelaide's Shepherds Hill Recreation Park include walking trails, breathtaking scenery, picnic spots and open areas of bushland.
Adelaide gardens open: daily - dawn to dusk
Adelaide gardens admission: free

Adelaide Gardens and Parks: Twentieth Century Rose Garden - Waite Campus, Fullarton Road, Urrbrae, Adelaide, South Australia (SA), 5064, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)8 8303 7405
Adelaide's fragrant Twentieth Century Rose Garden can be found in southern Adelaide, in the gardens of Urrbrae House. Dedicated to historic and important rose varieties from the last century, the Twentieth Century Rose Garden is a blaze of colour during the summer months when the roses flower, and other attractions in the gardens include scenic views, seating areas and formal landscaping.
Adelaide gardens open: daily - 06:00 to 18:00
Adelaide gardens admission: free

Adelaide Gardens and Parks: Waite Arboretum - Fullarton Road, Urrbrae, Adelaide, South Australia (SA), 5064, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)8 8303 7405
Waite Arboretum, on the outskirts of southern Adelaide, is home to an enormous and important collection of trees, including varieties from all over Australia and the world. Founded in the 1920s, Adelaide's Waite Arboretum has many mature tree specimens, all of which are clearly labelled, mapped and close to pathways. Collections of particular interesting at the Waite Arboretum include eucalypts, pears, banksias and oaks, and regular exhibitions are held at the Arboretum Exhibition Room in Urrbrae House.
Adelaide gardens open: daily - 06:00 to 18:00
Adelaide gardens admission: free

Adelaide Gardens and Parks: Wittunga Botanic Gardens - Shepherds Hill Road, Blackwood, Adelaide, South Australia (SA), 5051, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)8 8222 9311
The Wittunga Botanic Gardens, in the scenic Adelaide Hills, feature mature planting, landscaped areas and a large, reflective central lake. With impressive plant specimens, open expanses of grassy areas, colourful flowers from many different countries, secluded seating areas, numerous spots suitable for picnics, guided tours and walking trails, Adelaide's spectacular Wittunga Botanic Gardens are well worth a visit.
Adelaide gardens open: Monday to Friday - 09:00 to 16:00, Saturday and Sunday - 10:00 to 17:00
Adelaide gardens admission: free

 
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