Victoria Square

Victoria Square (Tarndanyangga) sits in the heart of the Adelaide CBD, the city's central civic square. A major public space and gathering point, it's a green-and-paved heart of the city — combining lawns, fountains, public art and open space with a central location surrounded by the city's grid, and a significant place in both the city's life and its Aboriginal heritage.

The appeal is that combination of a central, civic gathering place and a pleasant public space: somewhere to pause, relax, take in the fountains and public art, or enjoy one of the many events and markets the square regularly hosts. As the symbolic and geographic heart of the city, it's a key part of Adelaide's character, and a lovely spot in the middle of the bustle.

With a 4.4 rating from more than 3,900 reviews, it's clearly a well-loved part of the city. The square is a free, open public space, but events, markets and any works vary, so it's worth checking what's on before a special visit — though for a pause, a stroll or to take in the heart of the city, you can simply head to Victoria Square in central Adelaide.