Happy Valley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Happy Valley
Popular places to visit
Adelaide Oval
Tour the stadium, witness an AFL showdown, see a game of rugby or cricket, browse the Bradman Collection, dine in style or rock out at a concert.
Glenelg Beach
Take in the culture, cuisine, shopping and the abundant rays on Adelaide's sunset strip.
Rundle Mall
Shop til you drop at the historic and artistic Rundle Mall, located in the heart of the city.
Adelaide Zoo
Walk, talk, squeak and squawk with the animals at Adelaide's innovative and award-winning zoo.
Adelaide Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to Adelaide Casino during your travels in Adelaide? Experience the lively festivals and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Adelaide Entertainment Centre
Catch an event at Adelaide Entertainment Centre during your trip to Adelaide. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.
Activities
Barossa Valley Premium Wine Tour with Lunch from Adelaide
Adelaide: Dolphin Sanctuary Eco Kayaking Tour
Victor Harbor & Southern Highlights Full-Day Tour
Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary and Ships Graveyard Kayak Tour
Adelaide: Dolphin Sanctuary Mangroves Kayak Tour
Our pick of the best Happy Valley Hotel Deals
Mayfair Hotel
Lovely room, enjoyed our stay, close to everything.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Stamford Plaza Adelaide
For me it's as simple as this. Seasoned staff, management that takes responsibility. A coordinated focused team...so if everything was going to hell in a hand basket, I'd never know. Id have great meals, swim in the pool, be looked after relax and be comfortable, for me, that's ideal. The group here, ...
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
The Playford Adelaide MGallery
Lovely hotel, good position to shopping mall. The area around doesn’t feel very safe from 6.39pm. Reception staff not at all friendly or very helpful. Rooms were not ready at 3pm and we were told they would ring us when they were ready. We had to go back and check with the Hotel a couple of times ...
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Hilton Adelaide
Lovely welcome, helpful, friendly staff. Immaculately clean, luxurious room. Amazing breakfast.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Atura Adelaide Airport
Very comfortable room , great air con, and quiet. The check in was very slow and there were lots of people everywhere not knowing where to queue so quite chaotic. Only two staff available to help with self check in . Definitely would be quicker without self check in but no other option. Super handy ...
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Hotel Grand Chancellor Adelaide
Staff were courteous and efficient! Kudos to Simon at the front desk especially!! Room was clean and comfortable and spacious. Food was good in dining room. Location excellent - quite enjoyed my stay.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Happy Valley
Brighton
Unique features of Brighton include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Brighton Beach or Brighton Jetty while you're exploring the area.
Glenelg
Enjoy the stunning beaches in Glenelg. Jetty Road is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Jetty Road (Stop 16) Tram Stop or Moseley Square (Stop 17) Tram Stop to see more of Adelaide.
Glenelg North
Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Glenelg North. Make a stop by top sights like Glenelg North Beach while you're exploring the area.
McLaren Vale
Wineries, coffee shops and spas are some highlights of McLaren Vale. Make a stop by Maxwell Wines or Wirra Wirra Vineyards while you're exploring.
Adelaide Airport
Travellers like the golf courses in Adelaide Airport, and Harbour Town Adelaide is a top attraction you might want to visit.
West Beach
West Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like West Beach and West Beach Parks Golf.
Happy Valley Travel Guide
- Adelaide Oval
- Adelaide Convention Centre
- Glenelg Beach
- Rundle Mall
- Adelaide Zoo
- Adelaide Entertainment Centre
- Brighton Beach
- Westfield Marion Shopping Centre
- Henley Beach
- Adelaide Botanic Gardens
- West Beach
- Victoria Square
- Port Willunga Beach
- Mount Lofty Botanic Garden
- Queen Elizabeth Hospital
- Flinders Private Hospital
- Aldinga Beach
- National Wine Centre of Australia
- Glenelg Jetty
- The Beachhouse
