Discover Adelaide: Your Gateway to ESA 2025
Welcome to Adelaide — a city where innovation meets nature, and culture intertwines with community. As the proud host city of the Ecological Society of Australia (ESA) 2025 Conference, Adelaide is ready to welcome delegates from across the country and around the world this November to the Adelaide Convention Centre, located in the vibrant heart of the city. Whether you’re here to present your research, connect with fellow ecologists, or expand your horizons, Adelaide offers a uniquely enriching backdrop for your ESA experience.
A City for Ecologists
Adelaide is known as one of the world’s most sustainable and livable cities — making it a perfect home for ESA 2025. As you step outside the convention centre, you’ll find:
- Parklands and River Torrens: Encircling the city are more than 760 hectares of lush parklands, including stunning walking and cycling paths that trace the River Torrens/Karrawirra Parri.
- Botanic Gardens: Explore the nearby Adelaide Botanic Garden, a tranquil haven of biodiversity just a short stroll away.
- Cultural Institutions: Discover science, nature, and history at the South Australian Museum, Art Gallery of South Australia, and the Migration Museum, all within walking distance.
World-Class Food and Wine
Adelaide is a culinary paradise, offering something for every palate. Enjoy:
- Adelaide Central Market: One of the largest undercover fresh produce markets in the Southern Hemisphere, perfect for tasting local flavours.
- Wine Regions on the Doorstep: Take a day trip to world-famous wine regions like the Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, and the Adelaide Hills — all within an hour’s drive.
- Laneway Dining: Immerse yourself in the city’s buzzing small-bar scene, where creative cuisine and local wines flow late into the evening.
Nature on Your Doorstep
Want to explore further? Adelaide offers unparalleled access to unique natural wonders:
- Cleland Wildlife Park: Cuddle a koala or feed a kangaroo in a beautiful bushland setting just 20 minutes from the city.
- Beaches and Coastal Walks: Unwind on the soft sands of Glenelg Beach or venture along the scenic Hallett Cove Boardwalk.
- Kangaroo Island: Make time for a post-conference getaway to this wildlife-rich island, often dubbed “Australia’s Galápagos.”
A Compact, Connected Conference City
The Adelaide Convention Centre is centrally located on the revitalised Riverbank Precinct. It’s surrounded by hotels, entertainment, and public transport — meaning you can explore the city safely and easily on foot or by tram.
Key benefits for delegates:
- Short airport transfers (just 15 minutes)
- Affordable accommodation
- Walkable CBD
- Free Wi-Fi across the city centre
Experience More at ESA 2025
ESA 2025 isn’t just about academic exchange — it’s about connecting people, place, and planet. With pre- and post-conference field trips, public engagement events, and sustainability initiatives, your experience will extend far beyond the session rooms.
Come for the conference, stay for the connection, culture, and conservation.
Adelaide Convention Centre
The Adelaide Convention Centre is located at the heart of Adelaide’s vibrant Riverbank, making it easily accessible.
GETTING THERE
The Centre is just a short 15 minute drive from Adelaide Airport, providing guests flying into our city with an easy travel experience.
Once you’ve arrived, we’re conveniently located at the heart of Adelaide’s city centre, easily accessible whether you’re walking or taking advantage of Adelaide’s extensive public transport network.