Things to do in Brighton, SA

The Art Gallery was officially opened in 1881. The entire collection is divided into four areas: prints and drawings, Australian decorative arts, European and Asian decorative arts, painting and sculpture. Highlights of the collection include Australian art from the 18th century (with an emphasis on the art of South Australians) and European and British art from the 16th century to the present day.

The Glenelg Markets offers a variety of products ranging from temporary tattoos, jewellery, embroidery and knitted items, decoupage creations, sun catchers, children’s clothing and much more… Come and find that special something!There are areas in and around the markets to sit in the shade and delightful alfresco cafes and restaurants to have a bite to eat and a refreshing coffee or glass of wine and enjoy the passing parade of vibrant and colourful characters that entertain market patrons. Lively music and street entertainment ensures the children don’t miss out either.The markets are held every Saturday and Sunday and Public Holidays from 9am to Dusk at Glenelg Town Hall, Glenelg.

Adelaide Zoo is Australia’s second oldest zoo, and the only major metropolitan zoo in AHahndorfustralia to be owned and operated on a non-profit basis. It is located in the parklands just north of the city centre of Adelaide, South Australia. Aelaide Zoo is home to over 1,800 animals and almost 300 species of exot

 

Hahndorf is classified as Australia’s oldest surviving German settlement and each year thousands of people, young and old, enjoy its charm and the hospitality. Hahndorf is the jewel of the Adelaide Hills and one of South Australia’s most popular towns. A mere 20 minute drive from the Adelaide CBD, Hahndorf can be easily accessed via the Southern Eastern Freeway. The town is immensely popular with visitors from all over the world as well as locals and many premium businesses have set up their shops in this iconic town. Hahndorf has a unique ‘village feel’ about it and the Main Street is lined with eateries, souvenir and gift shops, clothing and leather goods and craft outlets and galleries. There are two pubs offering authentic German fare and several cafes, restaurants and smallgoods outlets making Hahndorf an ideal place for a day out with family or friends.

The SA Aquatic and Leisure Centre boasts world class aquatic facilities for all South Australians to play, train and perform. The Centre features: Matt Cowdrey Competition Pool 52m, with moveable boom, windows and pace lights, Dive/ Water Polo Pool 55m, with moveable boom, aircushions and windows, Program Pool 25m, Learners Pool 15m, Leisure Pool with interactive water playground, Toddler Pool, Jet Pool, Waterslides, Big Water Bucket, Steam Room, Sauna Room and Dive boards.

city of Adelaide and has been likened to a walk in the Flinders Ranges in micro. The park features a deep gorge (for the Mt Lofty Ranges) with the biggest river flowing west off the Mt Lofty ranges. There are a number of walks which are well maintained and at this time of the year feature native orchids. There is also a waterfall on the river proper with a number of small cascades on the numerous small tributaries running to the river. The river has cut down to glacial deposits that are aged at about 500 million years. These are geological monuments in themselves. There is provision for abseiling and for the more energetic, reasonably fit walker the bottom of the gorge is a challenge; especially when the river is flooding. Currently this park is being rehabilitated by the NPWS and a large volunteer group. The area was originally used for pastoral and logging pursuits and is infested with olives through much of its length. However, because of its relative size it is possible to walk in a bushland setting for three + hours without sighting more than the occasional olive tree. There is a large population of western grey kangaroo, echidna and the occasional koala moves through the area as well. The bird population is large with over 180 different species identified by members of the volunteer group some of whom are members of the RAOA. Reptiles are well represented by brown and red bellied snakes, lizards and skinks of all sizes. This park has a sister park – the Onkaparinga Recreation Park. This park is on the western side of the Main South Road and like the National Park straddles the river. In this case the park is the estuary; making the Onkaparinga park systems the only system in the Adelaide region where a walker can walk from the Mt Lofty range ecosystem to the sea. A feature of the Recreation park are the person made wetland lakes of which there are five. The largest complex has an island and a duckboard trail through the swamp areas. The river itself is a haven for birds and fish. Apart from walking the visitor can picnic, fish etc.