3 days in Adelaide & Kangaroo Island Itinerary

On the 8th (Sat), browse the eclectic array of goods at Adelaide Central Market, then explore the world behind art at Art Gallery of South Australia, and then see where the action happens at Adelaide Oval. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 9th (Sun): learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Adelaide Zoo, then take in nature's colorful creations at Adelaide Botanic Garden, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of St Francis Xavier Cathedral.

To find photos, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Adelaide online trip builder.

Melbourne to Adelaide is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. Traveling from Melbourne to Adelaide, you'll gain 0.5 hours due to the time zone difference. In April in Adelaide, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 14°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) early enough to travel to Kangaroo Island.

Kick off your visit on the 10th (Mon): see Off-Road Tours and then indulge your thirst for a good beer at Kangaroo Island Brewery.

To find where to stay, maps, ratings, and tourist information, use the Kangaroo Island online vacation planner.

Getting from Adelaide to Kangaroo Island by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus, ferry, and taxi. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Mon) to allow time to fly back home.