Things to do in Adelaide
The Wall Street Journal called Adelaide the coolest city in Australia. Find out why.
Where is Adelaide?
Adelaide is the capital city of South Australia, and is the fifth largest capital city in Australia.
It lies on the Adelaide Plains, nestled between the Gulf St Vincent coastline to the west and the low-lying Mount Lofty Ranges to the east.
Getting to Adelaide
It's easy to get to Adelaide.
Adelaide is a 2-hour flight from Sydney (the capital city of New South Wales) and a one hour flight from Melbourne (the capital city of Victoria).
There are direct national flights to Adelaide from every capital city in Australia, and many direct flights to Adelaide serviced by the world’s best international airlines including China Southern Airlines, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Emirates, Air Asia, Fiji Airways, Malaysia Airlines, Air New Zealand, Cathay Pacific, Qantas International and JetStar International.
Domestic flight carriers to Adelaide include Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar.
Student accommodation is easy
Much of Adelaide’s purpose-built student accommodation is right in the city centre. It’s really close to universities and colleges. And the quality of accommodation is outstanding.
After all, Australia’s national Student Accommodation Association - dedicated to upholding the standards of student accommodation and enhancing the Australian education experience - began right here.
A lower cost of living
Accommodation, living and travel costs in Adelaide are lower than many larger, more crowded cities.
This is especially true if you walk or cycle - which are incredibly easy because everything’s closely clustered together in the CBD.
What else makes life easier and cheaper for students? All tram routes within the CBD are totally free. There’s also a free city connector bus which links many of the city’s most popular places. And there’s discounted public transport for international students.
With less time and financial pressure every day, you naturally stress less, so you can focus more on being successful in your studies.
Everything in easy reach
Adelaide is the perfect city for students, with major campuses and student accommodation close together, clustered in and around the city centre.
You can walk out your front door and be in classes in minutes, not hours.
The time and money you save commuting you can spend enjoying the city’s countless events, festivals, places to eat and hang out, and the beautiful surroundings.
Food in Adelaide
Adelaide and its surrounds regions present a diversity of culinary delights.
Culture in Adelaide
When it comes to food, music, arts and culture, Adelaide knows how to keep you satisfied.
Discover more about Adelaide
Some of the common questions asked about the city.
Adelaide is renowned for its high-quality education, vibrant arts and cultural scene and beautiful natural landscapes, including beaches and wine regions. It's known as a relaxed and friendly city, ideal for student life.
Adelaide's public transport system includes buses, trains and trams, with special discounted student fares available.
The city is also bicycle-friendly and has a compact layout, making walking a viable option.
Adelaide offers a range of activities including exploring its natural environment from the hills to beaches, visiting art galleries and museums, enjoying the local food and wine scene or attending one of its many festivals and events.
StudyAdelaide runs more than 80+ events for students each year in Adelaide.
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Yes, international students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during the semester and full-time during holidays.
Jobs are available in sectors like retail, hospitality and on-campus roles. You can discover a range of casual and part-time jobs for students in Adelaide at Job Shop.