Port Adelaide Walking Tour
Discover Port Adelaide’s fascinating stories and relaxed pub vibe on this small-group walk.
Known by early settlers as Port Misery, you’ll hear the stories that shaped this vital heritage place and understand how it functions today. See how beautiful architecture, intriguing tales and modern street art all give the Port its unique appeal, including a visit to a local business to see how new and old elements of the area seamlessly intertwine.
You’ll also appreciate port life as the locals did – and still do – by visiting a pub for a refreshment included in your ticket price. Participants under 18 will receive a non-alcoholic drink, while adults have a choice of an alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage.
We’ll make sure you get the most out of the Port by sending you a recommendations list after your tour!
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Port Adelaide Walking Tour
What's included in Port Adelaide Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Port Adelaide
We visit key landmarks around the area, such as the abandoned Hart's Mill building (an old flour mill), and jail cells in what used to be the old police station. There's a pub stop for your included drink, and important streets of the Port such as Lipson Street.
Port Adelaide Docks
We take a look at Dock 2 from a distance, explaining the importance of maritime life along the Port River and the ships that were vital to the growth of settlement in the area's early days.
Port Adelaide Lighthouse
This is where we end the tour, and take a group photo that is sent to you via email after your experience. You can climb the tower at a small cost, but at the time of writing this is unavailable because of COVID restrictions.
Inclusions
- Recommendations list of the area
- Local guide
- A light food tasting from the Port's main bakery.
- A South Australian-sized schooner of house beer (or house wine/coffee/tea/soft drink). Alcoholic beverages to be served to those 18 years old and above only.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- This is located by the river at the back of the building known as Hart's Mill.