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Guided Walk through the formal gardens of North Adelaide
Highlights
- Join a stroll through Brougham and Palmer Gardens, uncovering their hidden secrets and rich history.
- Wear sturdy shoes for a comfortable 1.6km walk, enjoying the lush landscapes of North Adelaide.
- Discover the gardens' ongoing role in city life, connecting past and present in a serene setting.
- Relax in a family-friendly environment, with convenient facilities including carparks and public toilets.
Join a stroll through the two formal gardens of North Adelaide – Brougham Gardens & Palmer Gardens
Find out about the role of Palmer Gardens and Brougham Gardens in Adelaide’s history, their hidden secrets, and their continuing role in the city’s life. Wear sturdy shoes for a walk of about 1.6km. Approximately 1.5 hours duration.
Itinerary highlights
History of the heritage buildings situated around Brougham Gardens
St Ann’s College, the Brougham Place Uniting Church, Lincoln College
Hundreds of rose bushes
The beautiful assortment of flowers (mostly on show in the warmer months of the year) is one of the main attractions of Brougham Gardens.
Dozens of exotic trees dating from the 1890's
including Chilean Wine Palms, a carob tree, and a terebinth turpentine tree
History of the heritage buildings situated around Palmer Gardens
Aquinas College, Montefiore, the Boyd House, Bishop’s Court and more
The unusual trees of Palmer Gardens
including Gingko, Magnolias, Hibiscus, Weeping Golden Cypress, and Adelaide’s largest sugar gum
Vedalia beetle seat
Learn about the world-famous insect discovery in Palmer Gardens in 1888 by the world’s first economic entomologist
Tour details
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Single Available from 25 August 2024
Features
Service facilities
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Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Asks all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met.
Operation information
Adelaide Park Lands Walking Tours
Guided Walks to explore little-known nooks and crannies of Adelaide’s greatest treasure: the unique open spaces of its Park Lands.
Adelaide is the only city in the world garlanded by Park Lands. In effect the city is built inside a park, and each part of the Park has its own unique features, heritage, and current usage.
Guided Walks are led by trained Tour leaders and can take between 90 minutes and two hours depending upon the location.
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