City of Adelaide

Take a walk along Hindley Street

It’s a street that keeps ticking around the clock. Take a stroll down Hindley Street and meet some of the creative and unique businesses that keep the iconic street bustling.

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Neasan McGuinness
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Jul 01, 2025, updated Jul 01, 2025
Take a walk along Hindley Street

Hindley Street is a melting pot of Adelaide’s creative culture combining an eclectic mix of eateries, educational institutions, cafes, galleries, restaurants, live music venues and more.

An exploration of Hindley Street is guaranteed to leave you surprised and even more delighted.

Meet Taryn Walton, Venue Manager at Hindley Street Music Hall.
Taryn says the venue is best known for its accessibility. "We’re very proud of how we can cater for all people, it’s pretty awesome," she says.
Meet Taryn Walton, Venue Manager at Hindley Street Music Hall.
Taryn's favourite part of her job is watching patrons come in and enjoy live music.
"There’s nothing better than seeing the looks on their faces. I think this venue is perfect for bringing people together," she says.
Taryn's favourite part of her job is watching patrons come in and enjoy live music.
Meet Amelia Eitel, owner of Imprints Book Store.
She tells us that Imprints has been around for 40 years on Hindley Street. In this site, 28 years.
Meet Amelia Eitel, owner of Imprints Book Store.
Amelia tells us the best thing about Imprints is its selection of books. "But also, my excellent team. I’m very lucky to be working with them. I couldn’t do it without them," she says.
Amelia tells us the best thing about Imprints is its selection of books. "But also, my excellent team. I’m very lucky to be working with them. I couldn’t do it without them," she says.
Meet Anthony Stephens, owner and cartographer at The Map Shop.
Anthony tells us the shop's original home was on Pirie street, followed by another 35 years on Peel street.
Meet Anthony Stephens, owner and cartographer at The Map Shop.
"Everyone we speak to has a story to tell," says Anthony.
Anthony tells us the best thing about being on Hindley Street is the range of customers. "We get so many visitors from overseas, interstate, we get explorers, people doing weird and wonderful things," he explains.
"Everyone we speak to has a story to tell," says Anthony.
Meet Harry Townsend, venue manager at Belles Hot Chicken.
Harry says Belles is best known for its vibe. "We offer a great chicken experience, but also a great hospitality experience," he says.
Meet Harry Townsend, venue manager at Belles Hot Chicken.
Before Belles moved in, the space was an opal and jewellery shop.
"The landlord’s family business," he explains.
"Over time it's been many things."
Before Belles moved in, the space was an opal and jewellery shop.
Meet Paola Coro, owner of Apoteca.
She tells us that Apoteca has occupied this space for 23 years.
Meet Paola Coro, owner of Apoteca.
"Early 2002 we found the building, and found the apothecary cabinets at the same time," she says.
Paola tells us that they were a perfect fit for the front room.
"Early 2002 we found the building, and found the apothecary cabinets at the same time," she says.
Meet Chelsea Zerna, co-owner of Ancient World.
She says the venue is best known for creating safe environments. "We get a lot of different people come through – queer community, dance community, band community. Anything sort of fun and kooky and left of centre really," she says.
Meet Chelsea Zerna, co-owner of Ancient World.
Chelsea tells us that the aesthetics of the venue is her favourite part.
"We’ve got lots of amazing nooks of the place, full of art and murals, visually I love the place," she says.
"We have a really diverse team. About 12 people, security guards, bar tenders, general vibe-enhancers. People who keep all of the party goers safe," she says.
Chelsea tells us that the aesthetics of the venue is her favourite part.