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Adelaide – Designed for Living

Welcome to Adelaide, the capital of South Australia and one of the world’s most liveable cities! Ranked #9 globally in the 2025 Economist Liveability Index, Adelaide offers the perfect blend of vibrant city life, natural beauty, and a welcoming community – making it an ideal place to live and study.

 

Why Students Love Adelaide

From the moment you arrive, you’ll understand why Adelaide consistently ranks among the world’s most liveable cities.*

This student-friendly city offers everything you need – from a safe and affordable lifestyle to an exciting mix of experiences. With an easy-to-navigate public transport system and compact city layout, getting around is a breeze.

Top attractions in and around Adelaide include:

  • Glenelg Beach

  • Adelaide Central Market

  • Rundle Mall

  • Adelaide Oval

  • South Australian Museum

  • Adelaide Hills

  • Barossa Valley

  • McLaren Vale

  • Kangaroo Island

  • Ikara-Flinders Ranges

*Ranked #9 in The Economist Intelligence Unit – Global Liveability Index 2025.

 

Getting Around Adelaide

Safe, simple and affordable public transport

Adelaide’s public transport network includes trains, trams and buses – all offering discounted fares for students. Many services in the city centre, including trams, are free.

The best way to travel is with a MetroCARD, which gives you access to the entire network at the lowest price. Learn more about Adelaide Metro.

 

Food & Drink

A city that celebrates good food

Adelaide is a food lover’s paradise. From trendy cafes to award-winning restaurants, you’ll find flavours from around the globe – just a short walk from Eynesbury College.

Located in the heart of the CBD, Eynesbury is just minutes from:

  • Chinatown

  • Adelaide Central Market

  • Local cafés and eateries

Whether you’re craving Chinese, Indian, Malaysian, Vietnamese, or Middle Eastern cuisine – or want to try South Australian specialties like Coffin Bay oysters – you’ll find high-quality, fresh local produce on offer everywhere.

Don’t miss Adelaide’s thriving food festival scene, including:

Discover more about Adelaide’s food and drink scene.

Adelaide - Designed for life

Sports & Recreation

Stay active and make lifelong friends

Adelaide is a sporting city – home to international events like the Australian Football League (AFL), the Adelaide International tennis tournament, and The Ashes cricket series.

Students can join university sports and social clubs such as:

Not keen on a full commitment? No problem. There are plenty of informal student sports groups, especially soccer, that meet casually. Check the campus notice board for details.

Need help joining a local club? Our Student Experience Coordinator  is here to assist.

 

Arts & Culture

Discover Adelaide’s world-famous festival scene

Nicknamed “The Festival State”, South Australia celebrates creativity year-round.

From the OzAsia Festival to the Adelaide Fringe Festival (the second-largest arts festival in the world), Adelaide is a hub for performance, music, and visual arts – all within walking distance of Eynesbury College.

For quieter days, explore:

  • Art Gallery of South Australia

  • South Australian Museum

Both are free to enter and located just 10 minutes from campus.

To find out more about arts and culture in Adelaide visit the South Australia Tourism website.

 

 

Travel & Weekend Adventures

A state full of natural wonders

From wild coastlines to desert mountain ranges, South Australia is full of unforgettable landscapes.

Popular destinations close to Adelaide include:

  • Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Adelaide Hills – for world-class wine tasting

  • Kangaroo Island – for wildlife and adventure

  • Ikara-Flinders Ranges – for dramatic outback scenery

  • Local beaches – many just 30 minutes away by public transport

 

Through the Eynesbury Student Experience Program, you can join day trips and weekend getaways. Past activities include:

  • Monarto Safari Park

  • Murray River boat cruise

  • Adelaide Hills strawberry picking

  • Koala holding at Cleland Wildlife Park

  • Sea kayaking and dolphin watching

  • Chocolate factory visits and more!

 

 

Climate

Perfect for year-round exploring

Adelaide has a Mediterranean-style climate, with warm, dry summers and mild winters. It’s Australia’s least humid capital city – ideal for outdoor living.

Season Avg Temp
Summer (Dec–Feb) 17–29°C
Autumn (Mar–May) 13–23°C
Winter (Jun–Aug) 8–16°C
Spring (Sep–Nov) 12–22°C

With four distinct seasons and more sunshine than most Australian cities, you’ll have every opportunity to enjoy the outdoors.

Source: Tourism Australia

 

 

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