Spring in South Australia

Discover the best things to do in spring in South Australia

As cherry blossoms burst into life and jacarandas paint the streets purple, spring in South Australia arrives like a breath of fresh air. Days warm gently, with the average temperature in Australia between 16°C and 22°C — perfect for wandering the city in full bloom.

It’s not just the trees that awaken. Australian springtime brings a sense of new beginnings: birds flock back to their nests creating ideal conditions for birdwatching, flower fields in Adelaide erupt in colour along walking trails and the days stretch longer, ideal for outdoor exploration.

Roadside stalls bloom in the Adelaide Hills, while orchards swing open their gates. Markets brim with asparagus, strawberries and herbs, perfect for long lunches that spill out onto sun-dappled verandahs in the Barossa and Clare Valley. After a scenic road trip, a table set under the vines invites you to linger, the last of the afternoon sun marking a day well spent.

Just as the vines and markets reawaken, so too does our event calendar. There’s CheeseFest, Grenache & Gourmet, OzAsia Festival, Nature Festival — each one inviting you to taste, gather and get out under the sun.

It’s a season overflowing with abundance — and there’s no shortage of things to do in spring.

Best things to do in Spring in Adelaide

Spring in Adelaide arrives in full colour. September sees cherry blossoms bloom — soft pinks brightening the paths of Adelaide Botanic Garden and suburbs like Goodwood and Unley. By November, jacarandas take hold, turning backstreets and boulevards like Carrington Street and Grote Street into stretches of violet. Explore it all by bike — pedal along the River Torrens, where picnic blankets dot the grass like a scattered patchwork quilt. Listen to the sound of glasses clinking and laughter rising as cafes and restaurants spill onto the sidewalks. Events bloom around the city too — try something new from a local cheesemonger at CheeseFest, or catch the National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant winding its way through the CBD. These are our top things to do in spring — sometimes all it takes is a warm afternoon and nowhere else to be.

South Australia's Regions in Spring

Spring in South Australia stretches out under softer skies. The vines awaken in the Barossa and Clare Valley, orchards in the Adelaide Hills grow heavy and abundant with fruit and the Flinders Ranges and Outback settle into crisp, clear days made for walking. Wildlife stirs, roadside stalls reappear and long drives carry the scent of cherry blossoms through open windows. This is the season where every region feels like it’s shaking off the quiet — and unveiling its colours.

Eyre Peninsula

Eyre Peninsula

Mornings start salty and fresh, with oysters in hand and wildflowers underfoot.
Flinders Ranges & Outback

Flinders Ranges & Outback

Wildflowers push through red earth — spring paints the desert in colour.
Limestone Coast

Limestone Coast

Caves cool, vines wake and the coast hums with new-season energy.
Adelaide Hills

Adelaide Hills

Orchards bloom, paddocks green and roadside stalls overflow with fresh-picked bounty.
Clare Valley

Clare Valley

New leaves, fresh light and riesling rides that roll on until dusk.
Barossa Valley

Barossa Valley

Vines wake, the sun lingers and long lunches turn into golden afternoons.
Murray River, Lakes & Coorong

Murray River, Lakes & Coorong

Paddle out at sunrise, picnic by noon — spring softens the edges here.
Fleurieu Peninsula

Fleurieu Peninsula

Spring blends surf and soil — beach walks followed by pinot and platters.
Riverland

Riverland

Fruit trees burst with blossom and the air smells like the promise of stone fruit.
Kangaroo Island

Kangaroo Island

Koala joeys cling tight, bees hum in the bush — spring feels gentle here.
Yorke Peninsula

Yorke Peninsula

Tides warm, fishing lines cast and the sand’s just right for bare feet.

Spring Blossoms & Outdoor activities in South Australia

Spring in Australia arrives like a slow exhale — warmth returns, Australian native flowers erupt into bloom and koala joeys cling to their mums in the gums. Mornings are made for kayaking down the Murray River, kingfishers flashing blue as they skim the surface. Cherry blossoms unfurl from coast to outback — spiky desert blooms in Port Augusta and full blush pinks at Mount Lofty Botanic Garden. Hikes through Cleland or Deep Creek National Parks are rich with wildlife and birdsong and Nature Festival awakens with picnics, walks and backyard discoveries. It’s a season stitched together with simple pleasures — just the way locals like it.

Plan your spring escape in South Australia

Spring in South Australia unfolds with crisp mornings, longer days and landscapes bursting into full colour. Whether you're a road tripper tracing wildflowers , a family kayaking through the Murray or a couple seeking sun-drenched afternoons at cellar doors, Australian springtime (from September to November) offers a warm invitation to get away. This is the season for picnics under blooming gums, walks that stretch into golden afternoons and coastal towns reawakening with sunshine and salt air.

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South Australian springtime getaways

If your idea of Australian springtime is a slow morning brew in a sun-drenched courtyard, or a long afternoon unfurling in a tub with a vineyard view, South Australia is ready when you are. Spring getaways here embrace delicate warmth and simple pleasures — garden stays where wisteria spills over verandahs, family-friendly spots near cherry orchards or citrus groves and cosy cottages a short stroll from cellar doors. Here, wildflowers bloom just beyond your doorstep and birdsong replaces your alarm clock. These spring accommodations are made for soaking up the season.

Top spring food and drink expriences

Spring tastes like the first bite of a sun-warmed strawberry, plucked straight from the patch, or the juicy burst of a blackberry still warm from the bush. Cellar doors open wide, pouring crisp rosé that hints at longer days and plating up the season’s best — fragrant herbs, soft cheeses and produce drawn straight from the garden. In the Adelaide Hills, orchards hum with bees and the returning cherry blossom and across the Fleurieu Peninsula and Barossa, long lunches stretch into golden afternoons. This is a season that invites you to graze slow and savour local.