8 iconic SA experiences you need to try

Posted 5 December, 2019 Jeremy Rochow

Queensland has the Gold Coast, Sydney has the Harbour Bridge and WA has quokkas.

South Australia has its fair share of unique icons too, from Balfours frog cakes and the Mall’s Balls to fritz and Farmers Union Iced Coffee.

We’ve come up with a list to get you started. How many of these have you experienced?

1. Pick up a bag of FruChocs

Created in 1948, these fruity chocolate treats are an official icon of South Australia, inducted in 2005 by the National Trust.

The tasty morsels were originally produced to use excess fruit from the Riverland and Barossa but have gained a cult following in recent times.

Try the original apricot and peach flavour or give the strawberry and cherry varieties a go. With 3 stores across South Australia, it won’t be too difficult to find a bag of FruChocs.

Stay tuned for an exclusive Christmas deal for RAA members at The FruChoc shops.

2. Score the best seats at Adelaide Oval

Adelaide Oval has been regarded as one of the most beautiful places to play cricket by some of the game’s greats.

You’ll understand why once you’ve made the exhilarating climb to the Eastern Stand and walked across to the Southern Stand.

While Adelaide Oval has seen some extensive renovations over the past few years, it’s still managed to keep its charm.

With RoofClimb Adelaide Oval, you can climb to the top of the Southern Stand during an AFL or cricket match and enjoy picturesque views while the sun sets over the city.

3. Float along the River Torrens

Melbourne has the Yarra and Sydney has the Parramatta, but do they have anything like the Torrens and the iconic blue and white Popeye?

South Australians, along with visitors to the state, should take a cruise on the Popeye at least once.

You can float down to the Adelaide Zoo, enjoy a gin cruise or take high tea on the water.

RAA members save 5% on Popeye adventures.