Adelaide is a very dynamic city, relaxed and modern, like Sydney, Melbourne or any other big city. The number of restaurants, nightclubs, art galleries, shopping, and entertainment for all ages, is quite large.

There are good restaurants, where tourists can explore foods and dishes from almost every country in the world, markets are considered the best from across Australia with vegetables of various cultures and music festivals are frequent, attracting national and international artists .

Ancient and modern buildings, visitor's quite clear by the type of architecture. The King William Street), is the main street, which cuts the city in half from north to south, with Victoria Square in the center, the heart of the city.

The people of Adelaide are very helpful, kind and hospitable, maybe even more than other centers that are more accustomed to receiving mass tourism. The periphery of the town and seafront itself, both to the north and south, offer great walks and sandy beaches, with plenty of surf for fans of this sport.

The Yorke Peninsula, and Point of Pondalowic have the best waves for surfing in the state, and traveling a little further west along the main road to the Eyre Peninsula, other good places to surf can be found. The Point Sinclair is the most famous one.

Near Adelaide, and 20 minutes out of town, do not miss a visit to Mt.Lofty (com770m high). From the top you can see the whole city, its lights and a spectacular lighting effect.

Another ride that one day should not be missed is the Fleurieu Peninsula, south of Adelaide, surfers will find there the good waves, and those who do not surf, you'll find great that extend throughout the region.

WHY GO

Great surf spots.

International cuisine.

Markets with wonderful local produce.

It is the city Australia's lowest cost of living.

AVOID

Visit Adelaide in July, because it is cooler and rainy months of the year.

ORIENTATION

Adelaide is the capital of the State of South Australia, Australia and is located on the southern coast, north of the Fleurieu Peninsula, between the Gulf St. Vincent and the ridge of Mount Lofty. The streets are in the form of despotism and grid orientation is very easy.

WHEN TO GO

The best time is to go to Adelaide in January, February. Adelaide's climate is Mediterranean, with cold and wet winters and dry summers and mild.

HOW TO GET THERE

Adelaide has its own airport with daily international flights to anywhere in the world. It is about 10 kms from the center. It is served by excellent roads and railways connecting cities across the desert for both north and west. The Overland is one of the trains that connect Adelaide and Melbourne.

GETTING AROUND

The best way to get around is by bicycle in Adelaide, in addition to a good workout is a great way to escape the traffic that plagues this city. You can also choose to travel by bus as they travel through the city center to the periphery, and there are some that take even the best surf spots.

Although not as economical, you can always opt for the taxi.

INFORMATION

www.adelaide.com