Adelaide

Before settlement by the British, the area was home to the Kaurna Aboriginal People. Founded in 1836 and named in honor of Queen Adelaide the city was a planned city for free settlers only. The city, located in close proximity to the Torrens River, was designed by Colonel William Light and was designed in grid form with wide streets and public spaces. Adelaide has been referred to as "The City of Churches", Adelaide is the capital of South Australian and is also known for its many festivals, arts and culture and the wine industry.

Travel Tips for Backpackers

Need a Job?

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You can sign up for daily job alerts from fruit picking, marketing/sales, health care and much more. Free to sign up!

Current Backpacker Jobs Available on www.work2excite.com

Adelaide Backpackers Hostel

Looking for accommodation in and around Adelaide? Search in our accommodation section for great backpacker accommodation includes, backpacker hostels, hotels, camping grounds and much more. Book them now!

Getting Around Australia

Regional Express (REX) is the only regional airline in Australia that offers unlimited travel for the best value ever. $499 unlimited for one month* and $949 for two months*. For more information go to REX (* - Conditions Apply)

The Rail Explorer Pass gives you 6 months of unlimited travel aboard The Legendary Ghan, the mighty Indian Pacific and The Overland for only A$590.00*. (Conditions apply). Discover Sydney, Perth, Adelaide, Alice Springs, Darwin, Melbourne and all stops in between, (a $15 fuel price surcharge applies to each sector).