The best museums in Adelaide in September 2025

These are the top 20 best museums in Adelaide, Australia, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2025. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

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Looking for the best museums in Adelaide? These are the best ones:

  1. Adelaide Oval1

    Adelaide Oval

     Adelaide
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    Gorge Wildlife Park

     Adelaide
    Gorge Wildlife Park, situated in Cudlee Creek, South Australia, is a unique destination that primarily focuses on showcasing native Australian fauna. However, the park also houses a selection of exotic species, providing a diverse range of animals for visitors to observe and learn about.
  3. Adelaide Zoo3

    Adelaide Zoo

     Adelaide
    Adelaide Zoo, situated in the city of Adelaide in South Australia, is a recognized member of both the Zoo and Aquarium Association Australasia (ZAA) and the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA). These memberships underline the zoo's commitment to animal welfare and conservation, ensuring that visitors can expect a high standard of care for the animals.
  4. National Wine Centre of Australia4

    National Wine Centre of Australia

     Adelaide
  5. Art Gallery of South Australia5

    Art Gallery of South Australia

     Adelaide
    The Art Gallery of South Australia, also known as AGSA, is a significant cultural institution located in Adelaide. It was originally established as the National Gallery of South Australia in 1881, making it a place of historical significance as well as a hub for art enthusiasts.
  6. South Australian Museum6

    South Australian Museum

     Adelaide
    The South Australian Museum, founded in 1856, is a significant cultural institution located in Adelaide, South Australia. It is situated in the city's cultural district on North Terrace, making it easily accessible for visitors. The museum's rich history and central location make it a notable point of interest for tourists exploring Adelaide.
  7. Adelaide Gaol7

    Adelaide Gaol

     Adelaide
    Adelaide Gaol, located in the Park Lands of Adelaide, South Australia, is a former prison that holds historical significance as the first permanent gaol in the state. It operated from 1841 until 1988, serving as a key institution in the state's penal system for nearly 150 years. Today, it stands as a testament to the evolution of the justice system in South Australia.
  8. Migration Museum8

    Migration Museum

     Adelaide
    The Migration Museum in Adelaide is a social history museum that is situated in South Australia. It provides a unique opportunity for visitors to delve into the history of immigration and settlement in South Australia. The museum is conveniently located, making it an accessible destination for tourists.
  9. Carrick Hill9

    Carrick Hill

     Adelaide
    Carrick Hill is a historic property located in the suburb of Springfield, at the foot of the Adelaide Hills in South Australia. This property is open to the public and offers a glimpse into the past with its large collection of drawings, sculptures, antiques, and paintings. Built in the style of an English manor in 1939, it is one of the few period homes in Australia to have survived with its grounds undiminished and most of its original contents intact.
  10. Samstag Museum10

    Samstag Museum

     Adelaide
  11. Tramway Museum at St. Kilda.11

    Tramway Museum at St. Kilda.

     Adelaide
    The Tramway Museum at St Kilda, Adelaide, is a significant institution dedicated to the preservation and display of 19th and 20th-century trams. Located 24 kilometres north of Adelaide's city centre, it offers a unique insight into the history of tram transportation in South Australia.
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    Tandanya National Aboriginal Cultural Institute

     Adelaide
    The Tandanya National Aboriginal Cultural Institute, often referred to as Tandanya, is an art museum situated on Grenfell Street in Adelaide, South Australia. This museum specializes in promoting Indigenous Australian art, including visual art, music, and storytelling. It is the oldest Aboriginal-owned and -run cultural centre in Australia, deriving its name from Tarndanya, the Kaurna Aboriginal people's name for the Adelaide city centre and parklands area, meaning 'place of the red kangaroo'.
  13. Beaumont House13

    Beaumont House

     Adelaide
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    Adelaide Contemporary Experimental

     Adelaide
    One of the best galleries in Adelaide focusing on innovation. A must see not only for fans of art!
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    National Military Vehicle Museum

     Adelaide
    The National Military Vehicle Museum, established in 1993, is situated in Edinburgh, South Australia. This museum is a significant destination for those interested in military history and vehicles, offering a unique collection of privately owned vehicles that are maintained in running condition.
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    Gamble Cottage

     Adelaide
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    Marion Village Museum

     Adelaide
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    Bay Discovery Centre

     Adelaide
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    Annie Doolan's Cottage

     Adelaide
  20. Port Adelaide Historical Society Museum20

    Port Adelaide Historical Society Museum

     Adelaide
    The Port’s local community museum is located a few minutes from the centre of Port Adelaide and contains historical collections of Port Adelaide, Semaphore, LeFevre Peninsula and environs, including the maritime collection of Keith LeLeu, which was commenced in 1962 to address the loss of all things

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