Flamboyance Tours Welcome to Adelaide

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Welcome To Adelaide is a walking tour that gives you an orientation of Adelaide's main streets and key landmarks, led by a born-and-raised local.

Days

1.5 hours

Age

All ages

Group size

Small group, max 15

Start / finish

Rundle Mall / Adelaide Central Market

Return

See itinerary for details

Transport

On foot, with a local guide

Meals

No meals are listed as included

Route

Map of Flamboyance Tours Welcome to Adelaide

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Included experiences

Rundle Mall — the Balls meeting spot
Adelaide Arcade
Parliament House — how the city was planned
Adelaide Town Hall — colonial and cultural stories
Adelaide Central Market — finish point

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Itinerary

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START: THE MALL'S BALLS, RUNDLE MALL

Every Adelaide local knows the line "meet me at the Balls", and that's exactly where your walk begins. The two stacked stainless steel spheres in Rundle Mall are Bert Flugelman's sculpture Spheres, put there in 1977, a year after Rundle Street became Australia's first pedestrian mall. Your guide is born and raised in Adelaide, so expect the stories behind the shopfronts, not just the names. A few steps on, Adelaide Arcade opened in 1885 and was among the first buildings in the city lit by electricity. Look up at the tiled floors, timber shopfronts and the glass roof that still lets the daylight in.

NORTH TERRACE AND PARLIAMENT HOUSE

On North Terrace you stop at Parliament House, a marble building that took more than fifty years to finish. Work started in the 1880s and the job was only completed in 1939, after a large gift from Sir Lavington Bonython. Here your guide explains how Adelaide was planned: Colonel William Light laid out the city in 1837 as a neat grid one mile square, wrapped in a ring of parkland that still survives. It's also where you hear why South Australia matters to the rest of the world, because in 1894 its women became the first anywhere with the right to stand for parliament.

LEIGH STREET AND THE CITY AFTER DARK

Next the walk turns into the smaller streets where Adelaide goes out at night. Leigh Street is a short laneway between Hindley Street and Currie Street, lined with small bars, cafés and restaurants under heritage facades. It's a good place to note down where you might come back for a drink or dinner later, and your guide is happy to point you to favourites that visitors rarely find on their own. Along the way you get the lie of the land: which streets are for shopping, which for food, and how the grid makes the city easy to walk.

FINISH: ADELAIDE CENTRAL MARKET

The tour ends outside the Adelaide Central Market, which has traded on this spot since 1869 and now holds more than 70 stalls under one roof. It's the natural place to finish, with fresh bread, cheese, coffee and South Australian produce a few steps away. Stay as long as you like, or wander next door into Chinatown. After 90 minutes on foot you'll have your bearings, a list of places worth returning to, and a feel for the city that most visitors only get after several days.

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Good to know

Meeting point: The Balls, 100 Rundle Mall, Adelaide.
Finishes: Outside the Adelaide Central Market.
Fitness: Moderate — this is a walking tour.
Please note: Bookings are essential, with at least 12 hours' notice.

What is included

Guided walking tour with a local

FAQ

Preparing for the trip

Do I need travel insurance?

Insurance is important in protecting visitors from loss or damange of goods, medical problems, cancelation by passengers or other casualties. Its highly recommended. Some tours on this website require you to have travel insurance. If you are Australian then it is not necessary.

Where can I get more information about this trip?

If you find that this tour page doesn't answer all your questions, then please get in contact with us! Our passionate team are always available to answer any queries you may have.

What immunisations do I need?

For the latest information on immunisations, we strongly recommend you or contact the Travellers Medical and Vaccination Centre (www.traveldoctor.com.au) to discuss health requirements for your trip. They will advise you about appropriate inoculations.

Do I need to take any medical supplies?

It is not necessary to bring any medical supplies other than any personal items you may require. Each tour carries a first aid box, and the tour guides are all certified in First Aid.

Will I be able to use my mobile whilst on tour?

You can use your mobile while touring in Australia or New Zealand, but coverage may be limited in remote areas. For best connectivity, consider purchasing a local SIM card or an international roaming plan.

How fit do I need to be?

These tours are designed to be fun, informative and active, and can be enjoyed by anyone with a moderate degree of fitness and agility. Travellers should be comfortable with hiking or walking up to 5km each day.

What should I pack?

Depending on where in Australia or New Zealand you decide to visit, your luggage will vary. For exact information please visit the "What to bring" section of each tour page.

Private tours and families

Is it possible to travel in a private group?

If you are looking for a private tour based on one of these trips, please contact us directly and we may be able to help. Over the years we have worked with families, groups of friends, schools, clubs and charities to put together the perfect trip.

Booking the trip

Do I have to book this tour online?

Definitely not. Our website is designed to make is easy and convenient for you to schedule your tour. However we understand sometimes its nice to talk to someone directly. So by all means give us a call and we can organise your trip over the phone.

If I book more than one tour can I get a discount?

Absolutely! If you are booking multiple tours then we may be able to offer you a discount. Send us an email at info@lostinaustralia.org and let us know what you thinking of doing and we can put together a price for you.Also, be sure to look out for monthly specials on tours. We often have some great bargains.

Does the tour price include flights?

No. Tour prices do not include any travel arrangements other than for the duration of the tour itself. If you need assistance with booking flights or buses our travel team and certainly help - Just ask!

How far in advance do I need to book my tour?

As a rule of thumb, try to book at least 2 weeks prior to departure, this will usually get you a seat on the date you want. That being said, we cannot guarantee that spaces will be available at the time of your booking so, if you can, book as soon as possible. Bookings can still be made right up until the departure date of the tour if seats are available. If you know when you'd like to travel, please contact us and we will let you know if you need to book soon or if you have time.

How do I know when a tour is available?

You can check the departure dates of tours by using our calendar on the top right hand corner of the tour page. This will tell you what days the tour departs. For availability of seats please contact us directly at info@lostinaustralia.org or call us.

If I make a deposit only, when will I need to pay the balance?

Balance on tours need to be paid at least 30 days prior to departure. Failure to do so could result is the cancellation of your seat with a fee charged. If you need more time to clear your balance then let us know ASAP and arrangements can be made.

Who travels with us

Is it ok to travel alone on one of these tours?

Plenty of travellers book these tours on their own. Solo travellers are very much welcomed and encouraged. During your outback adventure you'll meet new and interesting people and forge relationships that last a lifetime.Solo travellers will usually share a room with a travelling companion of the same sex, but even if you do get your own room you won't be charged extra. On camping tours there are generally enough tents available that you can have your own if you choose to.For more information please contact us directly.

Cost and Fees

Do I need to tip the guide?

If you had an amazing time on tour and wish to tip your guide, that is completely up to you. Tipping is not customary in Australia and is not at all expected.

Will I need additional money?

Travellers are advised to bring some cash, as ATMs and banks can be few and far between in the remote parts of the trip. It is handy to have some extra cash, as the tour does stop by local shops and cafes.

Are there any hidden fees I need to know about?

Our tour prices are completely transparent. There are no additional fees involved that are not included in the overall tour price shown. If you wish to do optional activities such as helicopter rides or wildlife safaris, then an extra cost may be needed. However, this will always be made clear at the time of your booking.

What does Paid Locally mean?

Some tours require you to pay national park fees directly, in cash, to the tour guide on the morning of departure. Rest assured this will be subtracted from the tour price when reserving your tour.

Whilst on tour

Can I book extra accommodation for the start and end of the tour?

We know our country inside and out and would be happy to give you good recommodations. Please contact us for recommendations.

Where do I meet the tour?

For pick-up times and locations, please check the "Start/Finish" section directly under the itinerary, which lists every pick-up point and its time.There is a lot of information there to help you plan your flights and arrival.Please review it carefully, as pick-ups can vary from tour to tour.

Reviews

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(5/5)

A must-do tour and a wonderful introduction to Adelaide and its history. Katina is very knowledgeable and clearly loves her job and her city, and it was a most enjoyable hour and a half.

julie richmond Verified· Travelled 12th July 2026

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(5/5)

We did the Welcome to Adelaide tour and it was perfect for getting our bearings, especially for first-timers. We learnt some of Adelaide's history along with where everything is.

Sky Bird (skygabby) Verified· Travelled 29th June 2026

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(5/5)

An informative tour with Kat, a passionate advocate for Adelaide. It's a great orientation to the city's history and features, an easy walk from Rundle Mall finishing at the market.

Helen Bartlett Verified· Travelled 25th March 2026

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