North Adelaide: Hills, Squares & Parklands Tour
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Snacks Complimentary bag of South Australian made sweets
- Information on transport options during visit to Adelaide
- Information on what to see and do in Adelaide
- Services of an experienced local guide
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and hotel drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
Meeting Location
36 Wellington Square
North Adelaide SA 5006, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Wellington Square
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Jeffcott Street
21 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Palmer Place
22 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Light's Vision at Montefiore Hill
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Wellington Square
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A maximum of 15 people per booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-21815P5
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (ACDT).
- Snacks. Complimentary bag of South Australian made sweets.
- Information on transport options during visit to Adelaide.
- Information on what to see and do in Adelaide.
- Services of an experienced local guide.
- Food and drinks.
- Hotel pickup and hotel drop-off.
- Transportation to/from attractions.
The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the North Adelaide: Hills, Squares & Parklands Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for North Adelaide: Hills, Squares & Parklands Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- SnacksComplimentary bag of South Australian made sweets
- Information on transport options during visit to Adelaide
- Information on what to see and do in Adelaide
- Services of an experienced local guide
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and hotel drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A maximum of 15 people per booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
