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We've searched high and low for the best things to do in Adelaide these school holidays – whether you're out and about or at home.
You can't make it through the school holidays without visiting a classic attraction. Think West Beach Adventure and the South Australian Museum. Or, for something different, try a virtual reality experience.
From musicals to music performances, there's always something happening at Adelaide's major theatres.
Enjoy the fresh air and sea breeze on the water by fishing, swimming or surfing.
Gorge Wildlife Park, Cleland Wildlife Park and Kangaroo Island are all within a couple of hours of Adelaide and offer encounters with animals big and small.
If your kids are looking for an exhilarating new activity during the school holidays, abseiling should be at the top of the list.
Climbing the Adelaide Oval roof is a must-do and the school holidays is the perfect opportunity to do it with the family. The 360-degree views of the city are absolutely exhilarating.
Have you ever wondered what it feels like to be in control of a plane? Jump into the pilot's seat and choose from thousands of airports for your flight simulator adventure.
Keep restless kids entertained indoors with an online workshop of their choosing. Many are pre-recorded so you can watch them whenever works best for you.
Set up the table with all manner of arts and crafts materials and let the kids' imaginations flourish. To give them some direction, try an at-home kit or craft box.
Keep your little one's mind active during the school holidays with classes that build on their knowledge, analytical thinking or mindfulness.
They'll be proud as punch when they come out of these painting classes with a masterpiece. Don't forget to make space in the house to hang it up.
Drawing is a great way for kids to communicate their thoughts, feelings and interests. These classes will really bring their ideas to life.
There's so much of South Australia to see. With 2 weeks off, the school holidays mean it's time to explore. For more inspiration, see our epic South Australia road trips guide.
Before heading out, see the current restrictions that apply in Adelaide.
Distance from Adelaide: 45 minutes by car or bus.
Adelaide's closest wine region is also a playground for little ones. Wander the townships and meet the locals, have lunch at vineyards or pop into Hahndorf to introduce the kids to German culture.
Distance from Adelaide: 1.5 hours by car and 45 minutes by ferry.
That famous speck off the coast of South Australia needs no introduction. Get the kids away from the screen and surround them with natural beauty. Choose from hiking, cycling, kayaking or quad biking on the island.
Distance from Adelaide: 1.5 hours by car to Murray Mouth Lookout.
The Murray River is Australia's longest river and it tails off into the ocean in South Australia at Murray River Mouth. Sail this iconic waterway or, for the more adventurous, raft down the Mitta Mitta in Alpine National Park.
Up to 56% off Adelaide city escape for 2 or 4
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Available on stays until 15 September 2022 at Adelaide Paringa Motel. Includes a bottle of wine when you book for a 2-night stay.
Up to 42% off movie tickets in Adelaide
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Available until 24 July 2022 at Goodwood's Iconic Capri Theatre.
Activities for kids from $17 + an extra $5 off with code
Available on select dates when you spend a minimum of $250. Activities include day tour cruises, hop-on hop-off bus tours, attraction passes and more. Destinations include Gold Coast, Cairns, Melbourne, Adelaide and more. T&Cs apply.
Things to do in Adelaide from $9
Available on select dates in 2022 on activities including wine tours, cruises, safari experiences, attraction entry passes, sightseeing tours and more. Sample price is for a self guided tour.
Fun workshops in Adelaide from $15
Available on select dates on workshops such as DIY terranium classes, pottery classes, flower pressing workshops, and more.
5% off first time experience
Available on select dates and activities such as tours, sightseeing cruises, skydiving, hot air balloon experience and more. Destinations include Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast, Adelaide and more.
Up to 50% off things to do in Adelaide
Available on select travel dates until 2022 for activities like rally driving experiences, kayaking, helicopter flights, skydiving, abseiling, hot air ballooning and more.
Up to 74% off things to do in Adelaide
Available on select dates and activities including skydiving, wine tours, attraction passes, classes, rally driving and more.
Up to $10 off Adelaide activities with code
Available on select dates when you spend a minimum of $300. Activities include winery tours in Adelaide Hills, tandem skydives and more. Sample price is for River Torrens sightseeing cruise. T&Cs apply.
Things to do in South Australia from $35
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Available on select activities including hot air balloon flights, sightseeing cruise, winery tours and more. Sample price is for Ouchhh Studio: Wisdom of AI Light. Destinations include Adelaide, Kangaroo Island, Barossa Valley, Port Lincoln and more.
Term | Dates |
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Term 1 school holidays | 15 April – 1 May 2022 |
Term 2 school holidays | 9 – 24 July 2022 |
Term 3 school holidays | 1 – 16 October 2022 |
Term 4 school holidays | 17 December 2022 – 29 January 2023 |
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