The capital of South Australia is a compact city that’s easy to get around. You’ll find wide streets, elegant buildings and a host of parks which come to life when they're hosting events like the bi-annual Adelaide Festival of Arts. This alone attracts thousands of international and Australian performers and is a great time to take a holiday in Adelaide.
Easy sightseeing
Food and drink
Arts festivals
Gardens
Possibly mentioning you're not Australian during a major sports event.
You’ll need a visa to enter Australia. You can apply for one electronically.
You’ll also need a passport with at least six months validity.
Local laws change from state to state in Australia as do the penalties for breaking them.
Adelaide's weather is often described as Mediterranean. You’ll find mild winters and warm to hot summers. December, January and February are the warmest months when the average maximum summer temperature is 28°C/82°F. In winter average temperatures drop to 15°C/59°F.
Flights from London to Adelaide take around 26 hours.
Motorists drive on the left hand side of the road in Adelaide. UK visitors can drive in Australia on a valid UK licence but only for a maximum of three months, after which you must apply for a local licence. If you hire a car you must carry your driving licence and a copy of your passport with you when you drive. There are on the spot fines for not having your licence with you.