Couple an extensive food and wine scene with magnificent natural landscapes, and it's not hard to see why Adelaide and South Australia are growing in popularity as tourist destinations.

Adelaide Pocket Precincts helps you discover the crafty eateries, small bars, acclaimed boutiques and notable gallery spaces that continue to pop up at a staggering rate.

In this pocket-size travel guide, seasoned traveller Sam Trezise offers a curated list of the very best cultural, shopping, eating and drinking experiences in Adelaide. There is also a selection of 'field trips' that encourage you to venture outside the city, covering the Adelaide Hills, Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Port Willunga, Victor Harbor and Kangaroo Island.

With a beautiful design and fold-out map at the back, you'll soon see that Adelaide's no longer simply a layover destination, or somewhere you visit purely for the festival season. It's now that perfect getaway everyone should have the chance to experience.