City Snapshot
As the capital city of Australia’s ‘Festival State’, Adelaide has a constant supply of culture, arts, music, sports and food events to enjoy year-round. Popular for its Mediterranean climate, incredible beaches, famous wine regions and unique landscapes, there is so much to see and do in and around Adelaide, whether it’s a weekend trip to Kangaroo Island, or an afternoon eating your way through the Central Market. A popular ‘student city’, Adelaide also offers affordable cost-of-living and is easily accessible with plenty of public transport options. Plus, it’s consistently ranked one of the world’s top 10 most liveable cities!
Cost of LivingBest known for
Events including the Adelaide Fringe (the world's second-largest annual arts festival), WOMADelaide, and the Adelaide Festival are world-renowned. The city boasts beautiful historical architecture housing incredible galleries and museums, with the CBD surrounded by lush, green Park Lands.Where to Study
South Australia’s higher education institutions rank on a global scale (and have produced five Nobel Prize winners!), while its Technical and Further Education (TAFE) courses have some of the highest post-graduation employment rates.Public Transport
Known as the ‘20 minute city’, everything in Adelaide is close and easily accessible. Public transport is cheap and plentiful, with buses, trams and trains, and bike paths are marked throughout the city.Around Adelaide
Inner West Adelaide
The eclectic, alternative and multicultural Inner West is perfectly located halfway between the city and the beach, and is Adelaide’s... Read More
Inner North Adelaide
North Adelaide is just a walk across the River Torrens from the CBD – a popular student area with incredible late-night dining options,... Read More
Adelaide City Centre
Adelaide’s city centre, surrounded by the green Park Lands, is home to bustling shopping and entertainment districts, incredible dining... Read More
Inner East Adelaide
Adelaide’s Inner East is famous for its hip cafés, high-end boutiques, luxury pubs in historical buildings, and the tree-lined Parade... Read More
Articles about Adelaide
Swapping Sydney for Adelaide: An Instagram Star Shares Her Story
Originally from Brazil, Ligia and her husband, Ulisses, came to Australia to study English. Initially, Ligia and Ulisses only planned to... Read More
Areas of Adelaide
From student hubs to lush and leafy villages, Adelaide has a range of suburbs to suit almost anyone. Each region in Adelaide has a... Read More
Looking After Your Health for Free in Adelaide
As a student, sometimes the upkeep of your own health can take a backseat in the face of exam pressure, assignment deadlines, making new... Read More
