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Stadium · Adelaide, Austrália Meridional
Adelaide Oval
Historic cricket and Australian rules football stadium on the banks of the Torrens River, with guided tours, a cricket museum and a rooftop climb.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Adelaide Oval
Adelaide Oval sits in the park north of the Torrens River, a few minutes’ walk from the city centre, and has hosted cricket matches since the 1870s. Redeveloped in the 2010s, it gained modern stands and a capacity of about 53,000, yet kept the old manual scoreboard from 1911 and views toward St Peter’s Cathedral.
In summer the stadium hosts cricket, including international matches; in winter it is home to Adelaide’s Australian Football League (AFL) teams. Watching a game is the best way to experience local passion for both sports.
On guided tours visitors pass through the locker rooms, players’ areas and onto the field, and see the museum dedicated to Don Bradman, the greatest name in Australian cricket. The RoofClimb takes groups with safety equipment over the roof of the stands, offering city views.
Tours and the climb are ticketed and require booking.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
Allow 1–2 hours for the guided tour; a match takes an afternoon or an evening.
Best time
In summer for cricket matches; from March to September for Australian football. Guided tours run on non-match days.
How to get there
On foot from the city centre via the pedestrian bridge over the Torrens River, in about 10 minutes.
Tip
If you can, go to a game. Book the guided tour or RoofClimb in advance.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Adelaide Oval
Can you visit the Adelaide Oval without a game?
Yes — there are paid guided tours that take you through the behind-the-scenes areas, the playing field and the cricket museum.
What sports are played at the Adelaide Oval?
Cricket in summer and Australian rules football (AFL) in winter, plus concerts and other events.
What is the RoofClimb at the Adelaide Oval?
A guided climb across the roof of the stands, with safety equipment and views over Adelaide.