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Adelaide car rental with carhire.com.au
Hiring an Adelaide car rental can prove very useful for any trip to Adelaide, particularly if you're wanting to explore the rest of the region. Adelaide is the capital of South Australia and the fifth-largest city in Australia, with a population of more than 1.1 million. It's a coastal city that was named in honour of Queen Adelaide who was born in Germany and became the consort of King William IV. It's often referred to as the city of Churches and is renowned for, obviously, its beautiful churches. But it's also well known for the gardens and for the wine districts that have been bringing thirsty travellers through the city for the last 50 years. Carhire.com.au has all the best deals for every kind of traveller.
Day trips are always a popular activity for visitors driving a rental vehicle in Adelaide. On the top of the list is the Barossa Valley for a sampling of its famous wines. But there are plenty of other worthwhile destinations as well, including Southern Vales wineries, the Clare Valley Wine Region, Adelaide Hills and the quaint German-inspired town of Hahndorf. Kangaroo Island and Port Adelaide are also popular and all can be reached wthin a day's drive.
At some point you'll have to prise yourself from behind the wheel of your carhire.com.au Adelaide car rental though - no matter how comfy the seats may be!
A great way to revitalize the holiday spirit is to take some time out at one of the health spas.
The people at Spa on Broughham bill themselves as "the experts in indulgence" and this could well be true. The spa offers men's specials, couples packages, Christmas gifts and even a High Tea option - healthy of course.
If driving really isn't your thing though then there are plenty of organised tours you can join. There are a lot to choose from so don't feel like you will have to compromise on your choice of destinations. Alternatively it's possible to go off road altogether with one of the Murray River Riverboat tours. These usually include lunch and conveniently leave from Adelaide.
November is a great time to visit Adelaide as from the 18th to the 22nd you’ll be able to enjoy the renowned Classic Adelaide event, renowned as one of the world’s best open road motoring events. The Classic Adelaide generally has a field of about 300 classic cars, manufactured before January 1, 1982 including Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Jaguar, BMW, Lotus, Alfa Romeo, MG, Bugatti, Austin-Healey and Aston Martin. And don’t let their age fool you – many can still get up to 250kmph. The rally starts daily in front of the Hilton Adelaide in Victoria Square but the four-day rally visits the Adelaide Hills, Barossa Valley, Southern Vales, Fleurieu Peninsula, Victor Harbor and McLaren Vale along a 1000 km route.
If you've always wanted to get as up close and personal with the wildlife as possible then a trip to Baird Bay on the Eyre Peninsula might be the perfect scenario for you. Here you can have the opportunity to swim with sea lions and dolphins.
For those that prefer to appreciate their ocean critters from a distance Point Labbatt has nice views of sea lions playing in the shallows. If you're after some whale watching in your itinerary though be sure to plan your trip between June and October.
Adelaide's hot zones for night life are the clubs, bars and pubs of Rundle Street in the east and Hindley Street and Light Square in the west. Gouger Street is Adelaide's key dining location. It's the gateway to the Adelaide Central Market and the bustling mall and foodhalls of Chinatown.
Wine lovers, of course, will have one destination clearly in mind: The Barossa Valley wine region. Many of the wineries are quite generous with their wine tasting sessions so if you're going to do this, booking a tour with a driver is highly recommended. Not only will your group not need to choose a designated driver but there'll be no chance of getting lost or difficulty locating quality wineries that cater to your tastes. On top of this, the locals know a thing or two about the region's history and are more than happy to tell you about it.
If you’re on an extended stay why not try some of the amazing short courses on offer. Courses include wine making - a trip to the Barossa Valley where visitors get a chance to make their very own wine blend – pizza making, golf lessons, belly dancing and art classes.
The OzAsia festival will be in full swing until the 17th of October. It provides an opportunity to see some of the best artists from China, Japan, UK, Korea, Indonesia, India, Hong Kong, Pakistan and Malaysia, along with Australians who identify with an Asian cultural heritage. Performances include music, dance, theatre, visual arts, fim, anime and of course food.
Adelaide is a city that is clearly proud of its heritage. You'll see buildings from the early 1900's everywhere, many of them lovingly restored and still in use.
Any trip to Adelaide is incomplete without a tram ride to Glenelg. This picturesque little seaside spot is popular with locals, tourists and of course the ever present sea gulls. A walk down the pier is a pleasant way to appreciate the view of the gorgeous coastline and there are plenty of bar, restaurant and fast food choices. Tourists will often hop on a tram to Glenelg from the city and take in the seaside: a tradition which has endured for many years which also saves you finding a car park. An ice cream on the beach is refreshing and relaxing and so too is a seaside pint or two.
Any sports fans out there will be interested to know the main sports played professionally in Adelaide are Australian rules football, Association football and cricket. So if you're seeing the sights in a rental vehicle make some time for a home game and enjoy the sporting spirit. Adelaide is home to two Australian Football League teams: the Adelaide Crows and Port Adelaide Power. There's also a local Australian rules football league, the SANFL, that is made up of nine teams from around Adelaide.
There are two major motoring events definitely worth seeing. The Clipsal 500 for V8 Supercar racing is held on a modified version of the old Australian Grand Prix Formula One street circuit and is a must see. For the nostalgic there is also the Classic Adelaide, which is a rally of classic sporting vehicles, and is held in Adelaide and its surrounds.
For those who find them sekves glued to the television during the Tour de France will love the Tour Down Under which takes ion some of the most beautiful countryside and saw Super Star cyclist Lance Armstong launce his come back in 2009.
The Adelaide markets are open everyday and are located in the city centre. At the markets you can buy just about everything from clothing to make up, food to fresh seafood.
A visit to the Ice Arena is always a guaranteed good time. It caters for beginners and extreme skaters alike and boasts a bar and a cafe as well as games of ice hockey. For a total change of scenery check out the Sellicks and Maslin Beaches. The weather is starting to warm up now making the beaches a lot more inviting.
The city is a small in comparison to the eastern cities, but Adelaide is still a remarkable city to visit. It was actually founded in 1836 as the planned capital city for Australia - it was the only freely-settled British province in the country. One of Australia's founding fathers, Colonel William Light, designed Adelaide in a grid layout interspaced by wide boulevards and large public squares and entirely surrounded by parkland.
Pick up your carhire.com.au vehicle to begin your Adelaide adventure and drive into the Barossa Valley to discover more than a few of your favourite vineyards. Cellar doors and tours are available daily. Just be sure to designate a driver for that winery tour!
