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Once upon a time, the words ‘hip’ and ‘Adelaide’ would never have been used in the same sentence. Come 2016 and South Australia’s capital is a vibrant hub filled with culture, natural beauty and adventure to wow all ages. The city streets pulse with energy, the parklands flourish with wildlife and vegetation, the beaches are glistening treasures and trendy laneways brimming with cafes and bars are becoming dime a dozen. There’s so much to see and do in this cooler-by-the-minute City of Churches, your entire family will be spoilt for choice. complex, is the ideal spot to keep littlies occupied while mum strolls along the buzzing shopping strip. Head down to Holdfast Shores for a magnificent sunset or join one of the daily dolphin sailing tours that circuit the bay. For kids nine years and older, don your snorkels and get in the water with these magnificent mammals with Temptation Sailing. Just remember, a visit to Glenelg is not complete without a trip to the St Louis House of Fine Ice Cream & Dessert. Colossal milkshakes, hot chocolate, cinnamon churros, popcorn waffles, brownie crepes... the treats will simply dazzle and serve as the perfect fix for any sweet tooth. (Expect to leave with your entourage on a massive sugar high!) Hailed as one of the world’s prettiest cricket grounds and a historical landmark in its own right (host to national and international sporting matches since 1871), Adelaide Oval lies in the heart of the city and, since its revamp in 2014, now seats well over 50,000. If possible, catch a footy, soccer or cricket game; the experience will be legendary to say the least. If timing isn’t on your side, go behind closed doors with Adelaide Oval Tours and venture into the inner sanctum of the stadium, hear remarkable stories and learn a bit of history. Cricket aficionados rejoice; the stadium is also home to the Bradman Collection, a bronze statue of the ‘the Don’ mid-swing and an interactive museum where you can play against the legend himself.