Visit 4 bars in Adelaide’s West End
Learn about Adelaide’s tipsy past
Experienced Local Guide

Discover hidden bars known only to locals

Delve into the Unique and diverse bar scene of Adelaide as you wander around the west end of the city centre. Hear about the Adelaide law that required publicans to accept corpses for storage in their cool cellars, pubs that doubled as horse sales yards and discover the site of Australia’s first ice skating rink.

After months of research, we combined Adelaide’s best laneway bars with her most interesting (and alcohol-related) storiesJoin an experienced local guide and uncover four of these fascinating venues in one afternoon. Learn what makes each one special over a drink of your choosing. These clandestine watering holes have been carefully chosen for their atmosphere, excellent service, and delicious drinks Between bars, your tour host will share all sorts of little-known facts, show you street art and other “hidden” aspects of Adelaide. This makes it perfect for locals and visitors alike to enjoy!

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Why Choose This Tour?

Visit 4 different bars that only locals know about
Choose what you want to drink at each bar
Wander through the west end of Adelaide
Hear stories about Adelaide’s alcohol related history and characters from your local guide
Give back to the local community - We donate $2 of the tour price to support local homeless and indigenous charities


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Trip Details

The Nitty-Gritty

Price

Adult (over 18s only) – $69

Seniors – $65

Companion Card Holder – free


Departure time

Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday– 5pm


Meeting point

Beehive Corner, outside Haigh’s Chocolates Store, 2 Rundle Mall Adelaide


Availability

All year round


Duration

2.5 hours


Group size

Max. 12 people (average size 4)
Minimum:of 2


Included

  • Visit 4 different Hidden bars
  • Donation to local charity
  • Personalised recommendations for what to see and do in Adelaide during your stay
  • Digital map of our top Adelaide hot spots to visit after the tour ends

Not Included

  • Drinks (purchase what you want to have at each bar. Budget around $12 to $26 for a drink at each bar. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic options available at each bar. Our guide will be happy to make recommendations at each spot)

What to bring

  • Sense of adventure
  • Identification (Government Issued)
  • Smart casual attire
  • Comfortable shoes (No High Heels or Thongs/Flip Flops/Jandles)
  • Camera
  • Weather appropriate clothing

Participation requirements

Easy walking. Distance covered during the walking tour is less than a kilometre.


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