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Guided Walk through northern half of Victoria Park / Pakapakanthi (Park 16)
Highlights
- Explore the historic Adelaide Park Lands, uncovering tales of horse and motor racing heritage.
- Marvel at the unique "dragon blood" tree, a rare botanical wonder within the park.
- Stroll through ancient olive groves, immersing yourself in the rich history of the landscape.
- Bring the kids and enjoy a family-friendly walk, with dogs on leads welcome to join.
Join us for an exploratory walk around one of the most historic parts of the Adelaide Park Lands. Learn about its horse racing and motor racing history. See the exercise track, the cycle racing track, a rare “dragon blood” tree, and hear stories about the historic olive groves and the heritage grandstand. Bring the kids! Dogs on leads are also most welcome. Wear sturdy shoes for a walk of about one and a half hours duration.
Itinerary highlights
"Sweat course" and Botanic Creek
Exercise equipment along the western edge of the Park – installed in the 1970’s, beside the bluestone-lined channel that carries Botanic Creek northwards
Ancient olive grove
Dozens of olive trees planted from 1872 in the north-western corner of the Park
Horse racing heritage
Heritage buildings associated with 160 years of horse racing in this Park
Motor racing debris
Impacts of years of annual motor racing in this Park from 1985 to present
Tour details
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Single Available from 9 February 2025
Features
Service facilities
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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