Adelaide Tourism Statistics

Adelaide is known for outdoor activities and its food and wine offerings. The city’s mountain hikes, beachside activities, and wildlife conservation efforts attract millions of visitors each year.

Over 3.5 million international tourists visit Adelaide each year.

• Over 3.93 million tourists visited Adelaide in the year ending December 2024, comprising 400,000 international and 3.53 million domestic visitors.¹
• This is an approximately 2% decrease in international visitors compared to 410,000 in 2023, but an increase of approximately 17% in domestic visitors from 3.03 million in 2023.

How many people visited Adelaide in 2024?

• Over 3.53 million domestic tourists and 400,000 international tourists visited Adelaide in the year ending December 2024.

How many people visited Adelaide in 2023?

• Over 3.03 million domestic tourists and 410,000 international tourists visited Adelaide in the year ending December 2023.

A mid-range 3-4 day trip to Adelaide costs approximately $800-1,200 per person for domestic visitors.

• Airfare: Domestic round-trip flights from Sydney or Melbourne cost roughly $200-$300 per person (budget airlines from approximately $150). International flights vary significantly, with Los Angeles to Australia averaging $1,600-3,400 depending on season.
• Accommodation: Adelaide offers relatively affordable lodging with 3-star hotels averaging $90 per night, 4-star hotels about $180, and 5-star hotels around $260 per night.
• Food & Local Transport: Expect to spend $50-$80 per day per person on meals and local transport. Casual meals cost approximately $20-$30, while dinner at nice restaurants is over $50.

How much did visitors spend in Adelaide in 2023?

• Domestic tourists spent $3.54 billion and International tourists spent $1.12 billion in Adelaide in 2023 (year ending December).

• Over 1.65 million tourists visited Adelaide in the year ending December 2020, largely domestic visitors due to international travel restrictions. This marked a significant decrease compared to 3.93 million visitors in 2019, largely due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
• In 2021, Adelaide recorded 1.98 million domestic visitors, showing a gradual recovery as travel restrictions eased.
• In terms of visitor spending, tourists spent $1.29 billion in 2020 and $1.90 billion in 2021, reflecting the pandemic's impact on tourism expenditure.

The ideal time to visit Adelaide is during March through May (autumn) or September through November (spring).

• Autumn (March-May) offers mild, pleasant weather and coincides with major events, including "Mad March," when Adelaide comes alive with world-class festivals like the Adelaide Festival and Fringe.
• Spring (September-November) features comfortable temperatures and blooming parklands without the peak crowds of summer.
• Winter (June-August) brings cool and rainy weather, while summer (December-February) can be hot (often 30-40°C) but is filled with events like cricket at Adelaide Oval and beach activities at Glenelg.

• Adelaide ranked 5th as the most popular destination for international tourists in Australia in 2024.

• Adelaide Central Market: A well-known destination for multicultural cuisine and fresh produce, attracting over 8.5 million visitors annually.
• Adelaide Botanic Garden: Recognised for its gardens and architecture, with approximately 1.8 million visitors each year.
• Adelaide Zoo: Hosting more than 3,000 animals and 250 species, this attraction draws over 500,000 visitors annually.
• South Australian Museum: One of the most visited museums in Australia, known for its collection of Aboriginal cultural materials, attracting over 1 million visitors each year.
• Art Gallery of South Australia: Known for its collection of Australian, European, and Asian art, the gallery receives over 800,000 visitors annually.