Images and Video
Guided Walk through Rundle Park / Kadlitpina (Park 13)
Highlights
- Explore Rundle Park's rich history, uncovering its transformation from a rubbish dump to a beloved outdoor venue.
- Wander through 1.5 km of scenic paths, enjoying the fresh air and lush surroundings on a leisurely 75 to 90-minute walk.
- Discover the park's significance during WW2, learning about its role in providing air raid shelters for the community.
- Bring your family and furry friends along, as this guided walk welcomes children and dogs for a delightful outing.
A walk of 75 to 90 minutes visiting and learning about one of the most central and well-used parts of the Adelaide Park Lands.
The site of the annual ‘Garden of Unearthly Delights’ was once a despised rubbish dump and a quagmire. Learn about the huge efforts as early as the 1880’s to turn it into a much-loved outdoor venue space, as well as this Park’s role in providing air raid shelters in WW2. Wear sturdy shoes for a walk of just over 1.5 km; 75 to 90 minutes duration. Children and dogs welcome
Itinerary highlights
White cedar “allee”
A pathway that has been lined with white cedar trees since the mid-1870s – the first and oldest such planting in the Adelaide Park Lands.
Botanic Creek
A human-engineered water course that drains the eastern Park Lands into the Botanic Park lake
Old paddling pool – petanque piste
An unusually shaped gravelled space – previously a children’s paddling pool, now used for playing petanque.
The old "valve house"
Formerly part of Adelaide’s water infrastructure, the quaint 19th century “valve house” was relocated to its present site in 1984.
Light Horse Memorials
One memorial to members of the Australian Light Horse Regiments who died in World War One – and another memorial for their horses
Tour details
-
Single Available from 15 December 2024
Features
Service facilities
Service Tags
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.
Tags
Plan more around this area
Adelaide, SA 
Pullman Adelaide
Adelaide’s premium 5-star hotel in the heart of the city.
Adelaide, SA 
Adelaide Mansions Serviced Apartments
Adelaide Mansions Serviced Apartments provides stylish hotel-quality living with more space, privacy and facilities than you'll find in any nearby accommodation.
Adelaide, SA Realm Apartments by CLLIX
Located on Austin Street in Adelaide's vibrant CBD, Realm Apartments by CLLIX places you steps from Rundle Mall, the University of Adelaide, Adelaide Zoo, Casino
Adelaide, SA Vibe Hotel Adelaide
Set amongst the vibrant streets of Adelaide’s East End, the new Vibe Hotel Adelaide.
Adelaide, SA The SOHO Hotel
Situated in the fashionable East End of Adelaide, The SOHO is perfectly located for business or pleasure with easy access to the cosmopolitan dining and
Adelaide, SA
ibis Adelaide
Located in the heart of the central business district, the ibis Adelaide has 311 rooms each.
Adelaide, SA The Austral Hotel
The iconic Austral Hotel is set in the east end and has been the heart of Adelaide on Rundle street since the 1880's. It was
Adelaide, SA Wined Bar – National Wine Centre of Australia
The National Wine Centre's Wined Bar is a perfect spot for those who want to indulge in a unique dining experience.
Adelaide, SA Sodewa Sake Bar
Offering traditional and contemporary Japanese cuisine thoughtfully designed to pair with premium Japanese sake.
Adelaide, SA PARC Brasserie & Bar
PARC Brasserie & Bar located on the ground floor of the Pullman Adelaide is where you will experience the essence of Europe and the Mediterranean.
Adelaide, SA The Griffins Hotel
Experience the function and dining gem of Adelaide's city east, at The Griffins Hotel. Nestled in the heart of the Adelaide city, amongst the leafy
Adelaide, SA AGSA_eat
Introducing AGSA_eat by South Australian-owned Palmer Hospitality, presented in partnership with the Art Gallery of South Australia. Entice your tastebuds with coffee and a sweet
