From the south side of central Adelaide, Adelaide Oval offers a change of scene for a match, event or tour. It is a sporting and events venue in the city’s riverbank precinct, with cricket history, a heritage scoreboard and Moreton Bay fig trees shaping its distinctive setting.
- Location: Adelaide riverbank precinct, about 400 metres from the CBD.
- Venue: Cricket, football and other events.
- Public tours: Regular times are 10am, 11am and 2pm; availability depends on bookings, guide availability and events.
- From the hotel: Adelaide Oval is a realistic city outing from central Adelaide.
Where is Adelaide Oval?
Adelaide Oval sits in the city’s riverbank precinct, around 400 metres from the central business district. The oval was established for cricket, and its setting combines the stadium with the River Torrens area.
The South Australian Cricket Association formed on 31 May 1871. Football was first played at the ground in 1877, followed by its first Test match in 1884, when England defeated Australia by eight wickets. The heritage scoreboard first came into use in November 1911.
Look out for the northern mound, Moreton Bay fig trees and heritage scoreboard among the ground’s historic features. A $535 million redevelopment was completed in 2014. The Adelaide Oval Stadium Management Authority, which manages the venue, is a joint venture between the South Australian National Football League and the South Australian Cricket Association.
How do you get to Adelaide Oval from central Adelaide?
From Jasper Motor Inn, Adelaide city centre is about 13 minutes on foot or 2 minutes by car. Continue to Adelaide Oval using the current route and event-arrival instructions, which can vary with your occasion.
If you are arriving by air, the journey from the airport is a separate part of your plans.
The Adelaide Airport to Jasper Motor Inn guide covers that journey.
What should you know about tours and event schedules?
The stadium education resource gives a standard education-tour duration of 60 minutes and regular public-tour times of 10am, 11am and 2pm. Availability depends on bookings, guide availability and events.
Education tours can be booked at flexible times on weekdays, with out-of-hours and weekend tours available by request with significant notice. Since tour access can depend on what is happening at the venue, check the official site before you go.
For event tickets and gate arrangements, use the official event information for the occasion you plan to attend. The venue hosts sporting fixtures and events, so entry details can vary by occasion.
What should you plan for on event days?
Event-day arrangements can affect how you approach Adelaide Oval, so check the instructions for your particular match or event before setting out. An Adelaide one-day itinerary from the city centre can help you combine the event with other stops around the city.
Build your arrival plan around the event’s entry guidance, and allow time to find the correct gate once you reach the precinct. For public transport or road arrangements, follow the current advice from the relevant transport operator and event organiser rather than relying on a general schedule.
Accessibility and visitor facilities
Check the event-specific accessibility and facility information before travelling to Adelaide Oval. The requirements and available arrangements may depend on the event, so consult the official venue information for the details that apply to your visit.
The stadium’s history and redevelopment sit alongside its modern event role: cricket has been played there since the ground’s establishment, while football and other events have also become part of its programme. The heritage scoreboard, northern mound and Moreton Bay figs remain distinctive parts of the outdoor setting.
FAQs
Where is Adelaide Oval?
Adelaide Oval is in Adelaide’s riverbank precinct, about 400 metres from the CBD.
How long does an Adelaide Oval tour take?
A standard education tour lasts 60 minutes. Public-tour availability depends on bookings, guide availability and events.
When are public tours held?
Regular public-tour times are 10am, 11am and 2pm. Check the official site before you go because availability can vary.
What is Adelaide Oval known for?
The ground is known for cricket and its historic features, including the heritage scoreboard, northern mound and Moreton Bay fig trees.