Itinerary

• South-East Precinct & Heritage Buildings

  We spend two hours wandering through the scenic south-east corner and East End of Adelaide. Along the route, we stop at notable historical homes and heritage facades, discussing the outstanding architecture, culture, and colonial characters that defined early Adelaide. Learn how the neighborhood evolved from early settlement days into today's thriving lifestyle hub.

• Halifax Street, Adelaide

  Admire the stunning architecture along Halifax Street with a mix of Victoriana Villas and working class cottages. Hear the stories about some of the former residents and how they made their fortunes.

• Gilles Street, Adelaide

  Expand your knowledge about the social history around Gilles Street, with its nearby pubs as well as a great example of an early corner shop.

• South Terrace, Adelaide

  Immerse yourself in the stories behind the grand facades of the mansions along South Terrace facing the sweeping Adelaide Parklands.

• East Terrace, Adelaide

  Enjoy the eclectic mix of grand homes along East Terrace on the fringe of the Eastern Parklands with its many walking and cycling trails, together with a wetlands area. Hear the human stories about former colonial residents.

• St John's Anglican Church

  View the Norman architecture of St John's Anglican Church which originally was built in the 1840's and eventually re-built during the 1880's. Find out why the church had a nickname of "St John's in the Wilderness".

• Carrington Street, Adelaide

  See some great examples of Terraced Housing along Carrington Street, together with the imposing Springhill Lodge, dating from the 1890's.

• Wakefield Street, Adelaide

  Admire the wide Wakefield Street, on the fringe of the Adelaide Parklands with its interesting colonial housing, along with stories about the people who once lived in them.