Adelaide With Kids: Family-Friendly Things to Do

Adelaide makes an easy city for a day out with kids, thanks to a generous mix of green spaces, conservation parks and beaches that are mostly a short drive from the CBD. Whether you want to burn off energy on a bushwalk, build sandcastles, or wander a quiet garden, the options here span the city centre, the hills around Mitcham and Burnside, and the coast from Semaphore down to the southern beaches.

Why Adelaide delivers

Families are spoilt for choice with low-cost, outdoor options. The CBD parklands put gardens and play space within walking distance of the city, while the hills parks like Morialta, Belair and Cleland offer trails and wildlife encounters. The coast delivers calm swimming spots and jetties for an easy beach day. Many of these venues suit a range of ages, so you can match the outing to the weather and the energy levels of the day.

Highlights

• Bushwalks and nature in the hills at Morialta Conservation Park and Belair National Park, both in the Mitcham area
• Wildlife and walking trails at Cleland National Park in Burnside
• City gardens within the CBD parklands, including Adelaide Botanic Garden, Botanic Park and the Adelaide Himeji Garden
• Beach days along the coast at Semaphore Beach, Port Noarlunga Beach and Port Willunga Beach
• Jetty strolls and seaside pottering at Semaphore Jetty in Semaphore
• Open green space close to the city at Elder Park and Rymill Park in the CBD
• Coastal geology and views at Hallett Cove Conservation Park near Brighton
• Active outings via West Beach Adventure and the reserves around Point Malcolm in Semaphore

Our top picks

Hand-picked from our highest-scoring listings:

• Morialta Conservation Park — Mitcham
• Belair National Park — Mitcham
• Adelaide Botanic Garden — Adelaide CBD
• Botanic Park — Adelaide CBD
• Adelaide Himeji Garden — Adelaide CBD
• Port Willunga Beach — Adelaide CBD
• Cleland National Park — Burnside
• Rymill Park (Park 14) — Adelaide CBD
• Semaphore Beach — Adelaide CBD
• Hallett Cove Conservation Park — Brighton

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Frequently asked questions

Where can we take the kids for a bushwalk near Adelaide?

Morialta Conservation Park and Belair National Park, both around the Mitcham area, are popular choices for walks, along with Cleland National Park at Burnside. Check current trail conditions and signage before you set off, as we can't confirm specific track difficulty here.

What are some good family beaches around Adelaide?

Semaphore Beach, Port Noarlunga Beach and Port Willunga Beach are all on the list, and Semaphore Jetty makes for an easy seaside walk. Always check conditions and supervise children near the water.

Are there family-friendly spots within the Adelaide CBD?

Yes. The CBD parklands include Adelaide Botanic Garden, Botanic Park, the Adelaide Himeji Garden, Rymill Park and Elder Park, which give you green space and gardens close to the city centre.

Do any of these venues charge entry or have set opening hours?

We don't have confirmed pricing or opening hours for these venues, so it's worth checking the official details before you go, especially for the national and conservation parks.