The coastal suburb of Semaphore is one of the local's best kept secrets. Located only 16km from Adelaide CBD, Discovery Parks – Adelaide Beachfront is spread out along the dunes with water views over the sparkling Spencer Gulf and provides an oasis from the hustle and bustle of the city. Families are well looked after with kids riding pedal bikes available for hire along the path, splashing in the pool or performing jumping tricks on the bouncy pillow. If you can drag yourself away from the park the beach is a stone's throw away. Stroll towards Semaphore and be rewarded with quirky cafes and funky boutiques. For the historians check out Fort Glanville built in 1880 or one of the local museums.