The Adelaide Convention Centre is located in the CBD of Adelaide, adjacent to the picturesque River Torrens and parklands. Adelaide is a compact city of approximately 1.2 million people, situated between the beautiful Adelaide Hills and the long white beaches of the Gulf of St Vincent . Settled in 1836, Adelaide retains much of the charm and tranquility of the past while offering all the vigour, multicultural diversity and conveniences of a modern city. Adelaide is known for its biennial Arts Festival, its many churches and graceful stone buildings and its location within an hour's drive of some of Australia's most famous and beautiful wine producing regions. Many of our delegates undertake pre- or post-conference activities and tours to visit South Australian attractions such as the Barossa Valley, Kangaroo Island and the beautiful Flinders Ranges , as well as other sights closer to the city.
Adelaide and South Australia offer a lower-key but often more authentic and rewarding experience of Australia than that seen in the eastern states and larger cities. Adelaide's appeal as a conference / convention destination lies in its safety, the ease of getting around, with most hotels and city sights within walking distance of the Convention Centre, in its low levels of pollution, the proximity of the airport to the city, the quality of our food and wine and lower overall costs compared to other cities.
Clean and Green
Adelaide is Australia's green conference destination. The city is eminently walkable - and serviced by electric trams and the world's first solar-powered bus. The international airport is just a 10-minute drive from the CBD so, compared with other cities, visitors save fuel as well as time and money. Twenty percent of Adelaide's wastewater is reused, it has the highest uptake of solar hot water in the country and the lowest per household carbon footprint on the Australian mainland. Click here for information about the Adelaide Convention Centre's Go for Green packages
Shopping
Adelaide is full of surprises and shopping is one of them. As more than 75% of the world's opals are mined in South Australia , there are many shops selling solid gemstones and jewellery. South Australia is also the largest producer of Australian wines, which are highly regarded internationally. Shopping in the city is centred around Rundle Mall, the most concentrated retail shopping precinct in Australia . Department and specialty stores, boutiques, buskers, arcades and al fresco cafes all add to the atmosphere.
Adelaide Airport and International Airport
Located just 10 minutes from Adelaide 's Central Business District and minutes from the city's famous beachside suburbs, Adelaide Airport is arguably the most conveniently located of all Australia 's capital city airports.
The state-of-the-art new Adelaide Airport Terminal accommodates international, domestic and regional operations from one building. The airconditioned and fully serviced building provides car rental facilities, duty free shopping, money exchange and traveler services bureau, sourvenir shops and many other features for the convenience of travellers.
More than 54 international airlines regularly fly into Australia 's major cities each week from 43 countries. Qantas, Malaysia Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Garuda Indonesia, Cathay Pacific and Air Paradise International provide direct flights into Adelaide . Visitors can enjoy an easy and economical flight to Australia with a choice of direct flights or a stopover in the Far East or North America . Australia 's well-developed domestic transport system offers fast, reliable and professional service. Flying time from Sydney to Adelaide is just under two hours, from Melbourne to Adelaide is approximately 50 minutes.
Cuisine
Adelaide has a culinary culture that is both excellent in quality and rich in variety, with more restaurants per capita than any other city in Australia . There are many dining precincts, some within walking distance of the Adelaide Convention Centre. Adelaide can also promise prices that will encourage you to take advantage of our gastronomic offerings. You can choose from a vast menu of multicultural origins, informal or silver service dining, and local delicacies include fresh seafood such as whiting and lobster. The Central Market, the main fresh produce market, is conveniently situated in the city, and is a tourist attraction in itself.
Public Transport
Adelaide is an easy city to get around. Public transport provides access for visitors to most parts of the city square mile and the suburbs. Taxis are also plentiful. Adelaide 's City Free service is a free bus service for commuters who want to move through the city quickly. Enjoy the nostalgic experience of traveling from the city centre to Glenelg, one of Adelaide 's premier metropolitan beaches, with its vibrant cafe and shopping strip along Jetty Road , on the City to Bay tram. Trams depart regularly from Victoria Square in the city.
Climate
Australia's climate varies between regions, the north being warm and tropical, the south milder. Our seasons are the opposite of the Northern Hemisphere & Spring is September & November, Summer is December & February, Autumn is March & May and Winter is June & August. Adelaide's climate is mild, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters.
Clothing
Australians tend to dress informally. Light weight clothes are appropriate for spring and summer, sweaters, overcoats and umbrellas for winter.
Language
English is the official language of Australia. Interpreting services are readily available.
Entry Formalities
You need a valid passport for entry into Australia. Most visitors also require a visa. Contact your nearest Australian Government representative to ascertain your particular requirements and the procedures to follow.
Currency
Australian currency is decimal, with the dollar as the basic unit. Currency exchanges are located at airports, banks and major hotels.
Tipping
Tipping is not the general custom in Adelaide and taxi drivers, hairdressers and porters at airports and hotels do not expect to be tipped.
Religion
Christianity is the predominant faith in Australia, however all major religions are represented.
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