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What is Adelaide like to live in? Is the downtown area reasonably supplied with apartments and inner city living facilities? And what is the transportation like?
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I think you could find several different answers depending on each persons needs and wants.
Personally, I think it's just fine. There is everything you could want. In the cdb there is plenty of public transport as well as to other areas. There is a plethora of restaurants and shops of all kind available. Apartments are plentiful and they are building heaps more as we speak.
If you want late night shopping though that could be a bit of an issue. We don't have Krispy kreme, but I'm of the firm believe that the doughnut shop at citi cross is far better anyway.
But then again, would a doughnut be a deal breaker?
I agree with Gordon.
I live about 20 Km NE of Adelaide, a place called Wynn Vale, in peak hour traffic it takes 45 minutes to drive, and if I need to catch the bus, the O-bahn gets me there in about the same time. About 25 minutes on a weekend.
As godron said, they are building a number of new apartment complexs in the city and there are some great restaurants along both Gougar and Rundle streets.
If you want night clubs, it's not really the place to be.
The beach isn't far away, but that the case for most major cities in Oz.
And with the Tour down under, and Clipsal right in the city, during those times it quite busy and happening, but then it is fairly peasceful the rest of the year.
Brett
I live about 20 Km NE of Adelaide, a place called Wynn Vale, in peak hour traffic it takes 45 minutes to drive, and if I need to catch the bus, the O-bahn gets me there in about the same time. About 25 minutes on a weekend.
As godron said, they are building a number of new apartment complexs in the city and there are some great restaurants along both Gougar and Rundle streets.
If you want night clubs, it's not really the place to be.
The beach isn't far away, but that the case for most major cities in Oz.
And with the Tour down under, and Clipsal right in the city, during those times it quite busy and happening, but then it is fairly peasceful the rest of the year.
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and dont forget 1 hours drive, and you are in red wine heaven either in the barossa valley, Mclaren vale, or a further few hours on a weekend trip to the mighty coonawarra, and we also have Australias best beer in Coopers pale ale, and sparkling ale!! As mentioned there is a fair bit of apartment space available inner city or glenelg and as mentioned about Wynn vale, most suburbs Nort, South, East & west travelling time to city by car would be 1hr max. from the further outer suburbs, less closer to city. I live in Athelstone in the North east suburbs and could be in the city in 25 -30mins
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If you guys want to discuss travel feel free to check out the link in my sig for a dedicated travel forum. Im from Adel so there is quite a bit of into about SA on there.
I like Adel, its a bit quiet at times though, but summer is a real festival time of year with heaps of different events.
I like Adel, its a bit quiet at times though, but summer is a real festival time of year with heaps of different events.
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Adelaide's that place on the way to Alice Springs isn't it?
lol, spoken like a true Vic.
All I know about Adelaide is the water tastes like s**t and thier footy teams suck
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I've never lived there but have visited several times and overall I'd rate it pretty highly. In short, Adelaide has most of the things the bigger cities have without the hassles.
If you look at places larger and smaller then it's like this.
Sydney - has everything as far as Australian cities are concerned. That's the good side. But the bad side, for many, is that for practical purposes you're stuck in a city 24/7 - it's just not that easy getting out of the place. But of course if you want the big city environment and everything it has then getting out of the place may not be such an issue (though many do seem to tire of the whole city thing eventually). And you'd better like traffic jams and overcrowded trains too, unless you don't need to travel into the city for work. Live there if you like cities and the things they have. Don't live there if you like going for walks in the bush and getting home early enough to do something before the day is over.
Hobart - Has some of the things that big cities have but certainly not everything. And much of what it does have is on a smaller scale - for example the largest nightclub fits 600 people (and is a long way short of big city standards) and the tallest building is 17 stories. But the big plus, for many, is the natural environment - it's quite possible to walk from the city centre to the bush and back in an afternoon. Live there for the lifestyle if you aren't into big cities but still want access to many of the things cities have. Don't live there if you want big nightclubs and the fast pace city lifestyle in general.
So Adelaide's inbetween and quite a nice place in my opinion. Just about all of the city things but you can still get out of the place fairly easily and you don't have the 2 hour commutes and similar city problems. Nightlife isn't spectacular but it's good enough once you're over the novelty of spending your nights hopping from club to club (though they do have some clubs that are OK, it's just that there aren't too many of them unlike Sydney etc).
The tap water is safe to drink but it sure doesn't taste too good which is one negative. And the weather is another one for some people - it's quite cool in Winter (no snow but you'll need a heater at home) but they get some seriously hot days (but not every day - it varies a lot from day to day) during Summer. The humidity is generally low (unlike, say, Brisbane) which makes it more comfortable despite the heat, but it's still damn hot at times and it often stays hot all night.
If you look at places larger and smaller then it's like this.
Sydney - has everything as far as Australian cities are concerned. That's the good side. But the bad side, for many, is that for practical purposes you're stuck in a city 24/7 - it's just not that easy getting out of the place. But of course if you want the big city environment and everything it has then getting out of the place may not be such an issue (though many do seem to tire of the whole city thing eventually). And you'd better like traffic jams and overcrowded trains too, unless you don't need to travel into the city for work. Live there if you like cities and the things they have. Don't live there if you like going for walks in the bush and getting home early enough to do something before the day is over.
Hobart - Has some of the things that big cities have but certainly not everything. And much of what it does have is on a smaller scale - for example the largest nightclub fits 600 people (and is a long way short of big city standards) and the tallest building is 17 stories. But the big plus, for many, is the natural environment - it's quite possible to walk from the city centre to the bush and back in an afternoon. Live there for the lifestyle if you aren't into big cities but still want access to many of the things cities have. Don't live there if you want big nightclubs and the fast pace city lifestyle in general.
So Adelaide's inbetween and quite a nice place in my opinion. Just about all of the city things but you can still get out of the place fairly easily and you don't have the 2 hour commutes and similar city problems. Nightlife isn't spectacular but it's good enough once you're over the novelty of spending your nights hopping from club to club (though they do have some clubs that are OK, it's just that there aren't too many of them unlike Sydney etc).
The tap water is safe to drink but it sure doesn't taste too good which is one negative. And the weather is another one for some people - it's quite cool in Winter (no snow but you'll need a heater at home) but they get some seriously hot days (but not every day - it varies a lot from day to day) during Summer. The humidity is generally low (unlike, say, Brisbane) which makes it more comfortable despite the heat, but it's still damn hot at times and it often stays hot all night.
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Thanks for the replies everyone. Definately not interested in clubs or bars, but parks, city streets with shops and decent transport are a must.
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Snake.
Come over and have a look.
I'm 40K out on the beach in a suburb called Moana.
5k from Mc Claren Vale (wine district).
Private mail me and if we have a vacant Apartment on the Espy at the time you wish to come we will put you up for half price.
Come over and have a look.
I'm 40K out on the beach in a suburb called Moana.
5k from Mc Claren Vale (wine district).
Private mail me and if we have a vacant Apartment on the Espy at the time you wish to come we will put you up for half price.
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The public transport is pretty good, but depends where your leaving from. The botanic gardens are large and well kept.
Check out the travel forum for a bit more info
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where is this adelaide place you speak of ?
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Adelaide's going to be pretty close to perfect for you then. The whole CBD is surrounded (literally) by parks and there's plenty of shops in the city and at the suburban shopping centres.
As for transport, I've only visited not lived there so my experience is somewhat limited, but public transport was perfectly adequate when I used it. The trains seem a bit old compared to other Australian cities but they are good enough and got me from A to B on time. The buses and roads seemed fine too, some occasional heavy traffic during the commuter rush but I didn't encounter any serious delays etc.
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They play a game of cricket there once a year, I am told.....where is this adelaide place you speak of ?
Other than that, they produce an earthy wine ....
And now the Army is going to turn them into what it should have been years ago.....
A tank live fire range....
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Spent a week in Adelaide in early December 2008. I like the place. Easy to get around and easy to get to the beach - rather odd as it appeared that most younger people preferred spending heaps of money (parent's money probably) at the BeachHouse at Glenelg when there was an absolutely delightful free beach just behind the place.
If visiting for a few days get a hire car. The taxi drivers suck. Have no idea of any place beyond North Terrace.
Great museums and gallerys. Attended the Hans Hysen exhibition; inexpensive entry $12 for a totally stunning event.
China town a must. Wonderful food and atmosphere.
The only thing seemingly against Adelaide is that once the CBD closes down, outside that area you would think you were in the back of beyond. Dead. Totally.
Having said that there is enough in the way of resturants, etc in Adelaide and North Adelaide to keep one interested - at our level at least.
As for the "poor" water; get used to it. Will not kill you. Just don't waste it.
If visiting for a few days get a hire car. The taxi drivers suck. Have no idea of any place beyond North Terrace.
Great museums and gallerys. Attended the Hans Hysen exhibition; inexpensive entry $12 for a totally stunning event.
China town a must. Wonderful food and atmosphere.
The only thing seemingly against Adelaide is that once the CBD closes down, outside that area you would think you were in the back of beyond. Dead. Totally.
Having said that there is enough in the way of resturants, etc in Adelaide and North Adelaide to keep one interested - at our level at least.
As for the "poor" water; get used to it. Will not kill you. Just don't waste it.
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Adelaide!! LOL I split with my long term partner just so I didn't have to spend another Xmas there :bad:
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I remember the tap water being brown when I was a kid, so there has been a lot of improvement but I still wouldn't drink it.
My family are Barossa people so I visit regularly and I still love the old charm of those country towns. I really love exploring the Adelaide Hills, some places are just magnificent. Then there is the Murray River, we had an old shack and I have the best memories of summer holidays spent there and it's only 45 mins from the Barossa.
The great thing about Adelaide is that it is not over populated, so getting around is fairly easy, there is lots to do and real estate is still very affordable (I've been researching).
The major down side has been employment opportunities and I don't think this has improved.
My family are Barossa people so I visit regularly and I still love the old charm of those country towns. I really love exploring the Adelaide Hills, some places are just magnificent. Then there is the Murray River, we had an old shack and I have the best memories of summer holidays spent there and it's only 45 mins from the Barossa.
The great thing about Adelaide is that it is not over populated, so getting around is fairly easy, there is lots to do and real estate is still very affordable (I've been researching).
The major down side has been employment opportunities and I don't think this has improved.
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Ya sure about that. from what I have seen its the most spread out "city" in Oz especially when you consider the population to Sydney or Melbourne.
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I've drunk some every time I've been there. It hasn't killed me yet and I'm getting used to it now. Agreed that it's not great, but I wouldn't avoid living there just because of the water. It's fine for washing in etc and you could just get a filter for drinking water if you wanted to.
