How far is the East End from Hume Serviced Apartments?

The East End begins around [X] metres from Hume — roughly [X] minutes on foot. Rundle Street and its laneways are the heart of it.

Where do people eat in the East End?

Rundle Street and the surrounding laneways hold most of the restaurants, cafés and bars, with options from casual to formal. Hutt Street itself also has cafés and a supermarket closer to the apartments.

Is Hutt Street noisy at night?

Hume sits at the quieter end of the precinct, off Hutt Street rather than on Rundle Street, so you're a short walk from the nightlife without being in it.

Do I need a car staying in the East End?

No. The East End, North Terrace, Rundle Mall and the Botanic Gardens are all walkable from Hume, and the free City Connector bus covers the rest of the city centre. On-site parking is available at $25 per night.

Is there a supermarket nearby?

Yes — there's an IGA across the road from Hume on Hutt Street, which is useful given every apartment has a full kitchen.

Adelaide Zoo

Walk: 2.2km · 31 min
Drive: 2.2km · 8 min
Entry: Ticketed

Pandas, Parklands, and a Walk Through Botanic Park

Tucked between the Botanic Gardens and the River Torrens, Adelaide Zoo has been a fixture of the city since 1883, making it Australia's second-oldest zoo. It's home to Australia's only giant pandas, along with Sumatran tiger cubs, meerkats, giraffes, and a Children's Zoo that tends to be the highlight for younger visitors.

The walk over from Hume takes you straight through Botanic Park, so it's as much a pleasant stroll as it is a way of getting somewhere. At just eight hectares, the zoo itself is compact enough to see properly without an exhausting full day of walking, making it a good fit for a half-day outing rather than something you need to block out an entire day for.

How far is Adelaide Zoo from Hume Serviced Apartments?

Adelaide Zoo is about [X] km from Hume, around a [X] minute walk through the Botanic Gardens and Botanic Park, or a [X] minute drive.

Can you walk to Adelaide Zoo with young children?

Yes. The route runs through parkland on flat, sealed paths the whole way, so it works with a pram. Allow a little longer than 31 minutes with small children.

Which apartment suits a family visiting the zoo?

The 2-Bedroom Standard sleeps four with separate bedrooms, which makes early bedtimes easier. Cots are available for $25 per night, subject to availability — request one when booking.

How long do you need at Adelaide Zoo?

Most families spend two to three hours. Combined with the walk through the Botanic Gardens, it makes a comfortable half day out from Hume.

Do you need to book tickets in advance?

Booking ahead is advisable during school holidays and on weekends. Check current ticket options and prices on the zoo's website before you go.