North Terrace

South Australia`s history lives on North Terrace. Not just in museums and the Art Gallery, but in memorials, statues, plaques - and the bricks and mortar of many splendid historic buildings. It is home to many of South Australia`s important icons of education, medicine, the arts, culture and commerce, and it is the seat of government.

Starting at the western end, across the road from the University of South Australia campus, is the City Skate Park. Then, back to the other side of North Terrace, you’ll find the vibrant Lion Arts Centre and JamFactory Contemporary Craft & Design and its studios and galleries.

Alongside the Hyatt International is SkyCity Adelaide. It`s set inside the grand Adelaide Railway Station and is steeped in old-world charm, while providing ultramodern gaming facilities, dining and entertainment.

On the corner of North Terrace and King William Street is Parliament House. At the other side of this central intersection in front of the South Australian Governor’s residence, stands the impressive Boer War statue. The State Library displays some fine exhibitions, the South Australian Museum houses some of the world’s finest Australian Aboriginal collection, and the Art Gallery boasts the best display of Australian colonial art in the country among its collections. On the opposite side of North Terrace is the beginning of the city`s retail heart. Rundle Mall and Rundle Street run parallel to North Terrace and are full of exciting shopping options.

At the eastern end of North Terrace, you`ll find the Botanic Garden. Relax under the shade of Moreton Bay fig trees, dine at the restaurant, or enjoy a snack while watching the ducks on the central lake.

Just beyond the entrance to the gardens along North Terrace is the National Wine Centre of Australia, the showcase for Australia’s wine industry.

 

Category: Dining and Eating Out - Entertainment - Farming, Food and Produce - Galleries, Museums and Collections - Historical Sites and Heritage Locations - Landmarks and Buildings - Parks and Gardens - Shopping

 

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