Visit Happy Valley
Popular places to visit
Adelaide Oval
Visit one of the largest stadiums in Australia to see an international test cricket match, a home-team AFL showdown or fascinating sporting exhibitions.
Glenelg Beach
This historic settlement is a thriving cultural destination, right on the beach.
Rundle Mall
World-class shopping at over 700 stores, farm animals and even a few ghosts make this much more than a typical shopping mall.
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 casinos in this walkable area.
Adelaide Zoo
Wander through the same rain forests as Sumatran tigers and watch giant pandas play at this award-winning zoo.
Things to do
Barossa Valley Premium Wine Tour with Lunch from Adelaide
Victor Harbor & Southern Highlights Full-Day Tour
Adelaide: Dolphin Sanctuary Eco Kayaking Tour
Adelaide Highlights, Hahndorf & McLaren Vale Wine Tasting and Sightseeing Tour
Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary and Ships Graveyard Kayak Tour
Full-Day Barossa Food & Wine Experience - Small Group Touring
Top hotels in Happy Valley
Adelaide Rockford
Convenient location and clean. Room layout and furnishings were a bit odd - we had a massive ground floor room with hazy views of an alleyway, perhaps the higher rooms were better? Gym access at nearby university rec centre was nice
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Atura Adelaide Airport
Great room, excellent location.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Tryp Adelaide by Wyndham
Impressive room, very comfortable and great bed. Very spacious, staff were friendly and helpful and happy to store our luggage. The breakfast was brilliant.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Mayfair Hotel
Clean, well presented room
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Stamford Plaza Adelaide
Lifts were not working
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Hotel Grand Chancellor Adelaide
Good clean room and well positioned in cbdz good buffet breakfast and good value
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Happy Valley
Christies Beach
The beaches and restaurants are just a few features travellers like about Christies Beach. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Port Noarlunga Beach and South Port Beach are a few top places to visit.
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.
Moana
While visiting Moana, you might make a stop by sights like Moana Beach and Moana Sands Conservation Park.
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.