Port Adelaide is located in the northern suburb of Adelaide, the capital of South Australia, about 14 kilometers from the city of Adelaide.
Port Adelaide is an important port in South Australia, which is located on the (Port Adelaide River) side of the Port Adelaide River and can reach the inlet of (Spencer Gulf) in Spencer Bay about 10 kilometers along the river. Port Adelaide has played an important role in the development history of Adelaide and South Australia. Today's Port Adelaide is scenic, commercial and humane. Many museums and the famous Fisherman's Wharf Market, (Fishermen's Wharf Market), are located here, both day and night. Wild dolphins are also often seen in rivers near the port.