{"id":1125,"date":"2017-12-04T06:34:57","date_gmt":"2017-12-04T01:04:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/67.205.158.89\/?p=1125"},"modified":"2026-03-13T14:17:27","modified_gmt":"2026-03-13T08:47:27","slug":"exploring-the-big-country-town-of-adelaide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/beyond-uni\/exploring-the-big-country-town-of-adelaide\/","title":{"rendered":"Exploring the Country Town of Adelaide"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/beyond-uni\/exploring-the-big-country-town-of-adelaide\/#Here_are_a_few_places_you_must_check_out_when_in_Adelaide\" >Here are a few places you must check out when in Adelaide :<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/beyond-uni\/exploring-the-big-country-town-of-adelaide\/#1_Adelaide_Oval\" >1. Adelaide Oval<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/beyond-uni\/exploring-the-big-country-town-of-adelaide\/#2_Botanic_Gardens\" >2. Botanic Gardens<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/beyond-uni\/exploring-the-big-country-town-of-adelaide\/#3_Wheatsheaf\" >3. Wheatsheaf<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/beyond-uni\/exploring-the-big-country-town-of-adelaide\/#4_Central_Market\" >4. Central Market<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/beyond-uni\/exploring-the-big-country-town-of-adelaide\/#Like_what_you_read\" >Like what you read?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Adelaide, the capital of <strong>South Australia<\/strong> is for free-spirited and free-thinking people. The students who study here vibe fluently with the locals and love the culture here. The weather here is pretty warm, making it a beach season throughout the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The city houses more than 70,000 students in four big universities. Out of these, 20,000 are international students. A lot of international students choose Adelaide because of its value for money. It is one of the cheapest city to live in with great facilities. The city is also very accessible. Apparently, everything is only 20 minutes away.How cool, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The city has four big universities, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/australia\/adelaide\/u\/the-university-of-adelaide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">University of Adelaide<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/australia\/adelaide\/u\/university-of-south-australia-(unisa)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">University of South Australia<\/a><\/strong>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/australia\/adelaide\/u\/flinders-university\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Flinders University<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/australia\/adelaide\/u\/torrens-university-australia-adelaide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Torrens University<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Here_are_a_few_places_you_must_check_out_when_in_Adelaide\"><\/span><strong>Here are a few places you must check out when in Adelaide :<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Adelaide_Oval\"><\/span><strong>1. Adelaide Oval<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You remember the memorable victory of India against Australia in December 2003? The one where Rahul Dravid outshone all with his batting prowess? This is where it all happened. The Adelaide Oval cricket ground is said to be one of the prettiest grounds in the world. It hosts interstate and international cricket matches in summer, plus national AFL football and state football matches in winter. When you visit, also see the Bradman collection, devoted to the greatest batsman of all times Don Bradman.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Botanic_Gardens\"><\/span><strong>2. Botanic Gardens<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The symbol of peace and tranquillity, Botanic gardens in Adelaide is an oasis in the cosmopolitan heart of the city, featuring beautifully-landscaped gardens, majestic avenues, and stunning architecture. They have free entry, 365 days a year, and you can also ask for a free guided tour from the Friends of the Botanic Gardens, departing from the Schomburgk Pavilion at 10.30am daily. There are also some cool caf\u00e9\u2019s like Simpson Kiosk and Caf\u00e9 Fibonacci for a quick meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Wheatsheaf\"><\/span><strong>3. Wheatsheaf<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>As per Lonely Planet, Wheatsheaf is the top choice pub in Adelaide. The place is in the industrial Thebarton area and invites a lot of artsy students, azz musos, lesbians, punks, and rockers. They also boast an outside beer garden. There eclectic live music out the back (acoustic, blues, country), open fires and food trucks parked out the front.Do try their craft beers, we have heard a lot of good things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Central_Market\"><\/span><strong>4. Central Market<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Regarded one of Australia\u2019s best food market, the Central Market is a great place to discover local Australian culture and food. There are fresh produce, gourmet foods, and local street food to try out. And you know what, the market has been running for 150 years, yes.Its a warming experience in itself. Once you are done shopping, stop by the Lucia\u2019s Pizza Bar, the first pizza bar in Adelaide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Like_what_you_read\"><\/span><strong>Like what you read?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Wait for our next blog where we talk about the various universities in Adelaide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We, at&nbsp;University Living&nbsp;help you find <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">student accommodation<\/a><\/strong> near your campus as well as a thriving student life.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Adelaide, the capital of South Australia is for free-spirited and free-thinking people. The students who study here vibe fluently with the locals and love the culture here. The weather here is pretty warm, making it a beach season throughout the year. 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