Top Adelaide Historical Tours

The Barossa Valley is famous for its fertile vineyards and traditional wineries, but knowing where to find the best of them requires local knowledge. On this tour, begin with pickup at your Adelaide hotel and spin through the Barossa Valley as your guide sheds light on the winemaking process. Share your preferences to hit up to five wineries of the most interest, shop at Hahndorf Resort, visit Maggie Beer's Farm Shop, and tuck into a delicious lunch at one of the wineries.

Explore the Adelaide Hills and the town of Hahndorf on a half-day tour from Adelaide. Your driver takes you through historic villages that dot the Mount Lofty Ranges and stops in Hahndorf for the afternoon. Includes afternoon tea or beer tasting, air-conditioned transportation, on-board commentary, and pickup and drop-off at select hotels.

Discover the supernatural side of the Adelaide Gaol on a 2-hour ghost tour of the historic prison. Rumored to be one of Australia’s most haunted locations, the Adelaide Gaol is also one of the oldest buildings in the city. Hear spooky stories of prisoners from the past and their ghosts who are rumored to still haunt the building. Learn about Adelaide’s history and its most notorious criminals as your guide shares informative and entertaining commentary on this spine-tingling evening tour.

Discover Adelaide on a 3-hour morning coach tour that details the history and highlights of the cosmopolitan capital city of South Australia. A perfect introduction for first-time visitors, this tour covers the Botanic Park, Adelaide Oval, St Peters Cathedral and a visit to the National Wine Centre of Australia. Hotel pickup is included.

Discover the best food and wine of the Barossa Valley on a full-day tour from Adelaide or Glenelg. Have time for wine tastings at four or five wineries throughout the day as you pass through villages such as Lyndoch, Tanunda, and Angaston. Your guide discusses the options with the group and tailors the day to your interests. You'll also stop at Maggie Beer's Farm Shop in Nuriootpa, and end the day with sweeping views from Mengler Hill.

Experience the wine and beauty of the Barossa Valley on this full-day tour that leaves from Adelaide. Join a small group aboard a bus and visit several wineries that showcase the diversity of Barossa wines. You also visit the Whispering Wall, take in the views of the valley from Mengler Hill, and have time to shop in Tanunda. A delicious lunch and guided wine tastings are included.

Spend a day in Barossa on this wine and food tour from Adelaide. Home to some of South Australia’s most renowned wineries, the region also produces countryside culinary delights like cider, baked goods and jam. You’ll visit both big and small wineries, for tastings of varietals like shiraz, plus enjoy a 2-course lunch with wine at Lambert Estate. You will be travelling with a guide, who shares information about winemaking in the region.

See Adelaide from aboard a leisurely cruise that travels down the Torrens River, located in the heart of the city. Listen to live commentary from the skipper and learn about the historical importance of the river and its surroundings. Pass by the Festival Center, St. Peter's Cathedral, Adelaide University, and more.

Enjoy a relaxing half-day cruise on the Murray River aboard the paddle wheeler “Captain Proud.” Learn about the river’s history, culture, and ecosystem from the live commentary. Look out for birds and wildlife, including kangaroos, pelicans, galahs, and cockatoos. Feast on a two-course lunch while watching the world go peacefully by.

Visit the renowned McLaren Vale wine region for wine tastings and more during a half-day small group tour from Adelaide, with a stop in pretty Glenelg on the way back. Travel with an experienced guide through the stunning Onkaparinga Hills where you may spot Kangaroo, Koala, or Emu. Once in the beautiful McLaren Vale region we'll visit the Chapel Hill Winery and Haselgrove Wines for two fabulous wine tasting experiences, with the option to enjoy a cheese platter with your tasting at Haselgrove Wines (at own cost and subject to availability) As we head back to Adelaide we'll take you along the coastline where you can check out the beautiful views before we make our final stop in Glenelg to take a short beachside stroll along Gulf St Vincent before heading back to Adelaide. This small-group tour, limited to 20 people, ensures a more personalized experience.

Taste local wine at the best wineries in McLaren Vale on this small-group tour from Adelaide, with all transportation provided. Appreciate the wine samples without the worry of having to drive. Experience the scenery of your sojourn through the Fleurieu Peninsula. Lunch is included with a glass of wine. Groups are limited to 10 for an intimate experience.

Discover the Barossa Valley wine region’s delights on a full-day hop-on hop-off winery tour from Adelaide. Explore at your own pace when you hop off at your choice of 10–15 wineries and eateries on the route. The full circuit takes about one hour to complete, and you'll have time to visit around four selected stops. Sample the wine and food options (own expense) at your leisure before returning to Adelaide.

Join us for a tour hosted by Adelaide's award-winning Forensic Psychologist! Gain exclusive access to their unrivaled expertise and delve into the world of true crime like never before. You will explore the most captivating and thought-provoking true crime stories from Adelaide's history. Our carefully curated content guarantees a riveting and immersive experience. Feel fee to ask questions, share your thoughts, and actively participate in discussions about true crime, psychology, and the city's dark past. Engage your mind and ignite your curiosity! ️We offer a unique blend of psychology, criminal history, and storytelling, providing a holistic understanding of true crime. Prepare to be educated and engaged on a deeper level. Step into history as we take you to the actual locations where historical crimes occurred in Adelaide. Experience the past come to life right before your eyes!

Discover Adelaide and its surroundings on a full-day tour that combines highlights of the city with an afternoon visit to Hahndorf in the Adelaide Hills. Ideal for first-time visitors, this tour covers a diverse panorama of South Australia's landscapes, from the coastal city's streets to the summit of Mount Lofty and beyond. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Experience a fun and insightful journey around Adelaide with this guided walking tour. Learn the lay of the land as you traverse the city streets, going back in time to discover the history of Adelaide while exploring the modern-day landmarks that make this city so special, including a vibrant nightlife and great food spots. The perfect way to start any trip to Adelaide, this tour includes public art, Indigenous history, and a trip to the Central Market.

Travel through the picturesque Adelaide Hills and into the Fleurieu Peninsula, where the vines meet the sea.  Pass through Goolwa and onto Victor Harbor, a popular seaside town, before returning to Adelaide via the famous McLaren Vale wine region.

This leisurely small-group walking tour explores the North Terrace area of Adelaide. Filled with cultural institutions and other public buildings, this mile-long avenue also boasts many historical buildings, including an 1838 church, the colonial-era Ayers House, and the Adelaide Casino in a restored 1920s railway station. Tour highlights include Parliament House, Adelaide University, the War Memorial, and more.

Cruise down the Murray River and stop at several towns and scenic spots along the way on this paddle boat lunch cruise. Your captain will deliver a commentary of the sites you pass by, with options to stop and go for hikes and explore. You’ll also have lunch in the period styled dining area and bar. Then sit out on deck and get some fresh air as you let the world go by.

Join this very small group tour, max 4, and learn all about Adelaide on this intimate walk with a local guide. This walk is intended for adults age 18 and older. You’ll visit places like the North Terrace and Riverbank precincts, looking at gardens and hidden oases. Hear quirky stories of the area and learn how the city became what it is today.

Amazing history, stunning scenery, fabulous food, and some of the best wines in the Barossa - this tour has it all! We cut no corners in creating the perfect truly Barossan wine experience for you, all you have to do is sit back, relax, and enjoy. Start off at one of the region’s historic wineries making traditional Barossa wines. Next it’s somewhere at the forefront of new varieties, odd blends, and uncommon techniques, for the less-traditional side of the Barossa. Limber up and get your palate off-piste! A seasonally inspired multi-course lunch with wine awaits you, before finishing the day with a tasting at one of the region's more premium-focussed wineries. Of course, if there’s somewhere you’d prefer or want to get more off the beaten track, just let us know! We love to create more bespoke itineraries to suit our guests.

In this must-do walking tour of Victor Harbor, you will see and hear about the history of Victor including early settler life, the development of the port, the unique heritage transportation that still runs today, and how Victor Harbor grew into the popular tourist town we now enjoy. Your local guide will walk you through the old parts of town and highlight the wonderful heritage-listed buildings. While passing through, you will hear about the important historical events of the town and stories of key characters that influenced the development of Victor Harbor. We will also hear stories of local residents and see and hear about the local wildlife.

Australia’s strict drink-driving laws make having a designated driver more important than ever. Enjoy not just transport but the services of a knowledgeable wine guide on this affordable private McLaren Vale wine tour, direct from your central Adelaide or Glenelg address. Design your own itinerary or let your guide create one to suit your budget and your palate: All entrance fees and tastings are at your own expense.

Bukatilla is the Peramangk name which the indigenous people gave to this area of the Adelaide Hills. You will hear abot these people on the tour. A good news story. On this tour you'll hear the stories of the Prussian people who joined in this area after their escape from their King in 1838. They were being persecuted by him for their insistence to continue their Old Lutheran faith. An amazing story of perserverence, courage and faith. Combining this tour with a Strudel making experince provides visitors with a great combination of cultural input, and a hands on food experience - the only one in the Adelaide Hills. You are taken to locations not available to the general public with numerous photographic opportunities. One of the real highlights of the tour is the oldest Germanic farmlet in the Southern Hemisphere, the location which we keep secret as it is on private property and Hahndorf Walking Tours has exclusive access. Fachwerk (germanic) architecture is explained.