North Adelaide: Hills, Squares & Parklands Tour Discount Tickets

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Overview

Take in the most breath-taking vistas and compelling stories of our colony and State on our North Adelaide: Hills, Squares & Parklands walking tour. Specifically designed for discerning history enthusiasts and lovers of fine architecture, this two hour experience explores the sweeping southern fringe of Upper North Adelaide, where grand architecture meets the pristine Adelaide Parklands. Led by your expert locally born and bred Adelaide guide, you will look past the spectacularly masonry facades to discover the hidden social history, quirky stories, and human stories that shaped South Australia. This leisurely amble showcases the crown jewels of Upper North Adelaide's early development, with highlights including: Historic Palmer Place and Brougham Place: Discover stunning 1850;s architectural masterpieces, including the majestic Bishop's Court and the grand Christ Church.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Outside of the Wellington Hotel

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. • Wellington Hotel - Introduction including brief history of Adelaide and North Adelaide and its development, route of tour, duration and other housekeeping. Discuss Wellington Hotel and its history. (10 min) • Wellington Square - Discuss history of square, significance (5 min)
Duration: 15 mins
2. • House, Jeffcott Street - discuss previous owner and his history (5 min) • Lutheran Seminary - former Whinham College - History, architecture, developers of site (7 min) • Gable House - story of previous occupant, architecture (5 min) • Belmont House - History of house, previous occupants, architecture (4 min)
Duration: 21 mins
3. • Kingsmead - Design, history, previous occupants (4 min) • Duncraig - History, occupants, pioneering connection (3 min) • Victorian Bay-windowed villa - History, occupants, suicide story (5 min) • Bishop's Court, Christ Church & Rectory - History, architecture, notable occupants (10 min)
Duration: 22 mins
4. Light's Vision at Montefiore Hill
• Light's Vision - Montefiore Hill - History of site, of Colonel William Light, first public hanging (10 min) • Carclew - History of house, occupants, connection with famous explorer (5 min)
Duration: 15 mins
5. • Former Primitive Methodist Church - History - previous and current usage (5 min)
Duration: 5 mins

Inclusion

Services of an experienced local guide

Information on transport options during visit to Adelaide

Information on what to see and do in Adelaide

Snacks

Exclusion

Food and drinks

Hotel pickup and hotel drop-off

Transportation to/from attractions

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

A maximum of 15 people per booking

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Supplied by Down to Earth Tours

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