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Mount Lofty Summit
Best time to visit
Late afternoon towards sunset. The orange and pink colors over the city are spectacular and the temperature is milder.
Budget tips
Entry to the observation platform is free. Parking costs $5 for 2 hours, or you can park for free on the side streets 500 meters below and walk.
Recommended for
Romantic couples, Nature photographers, Families with children, Walking and hiking
Plan your visit
1-2 hours
About
Quick facts: Mount Lofty rises 727 meters above sea level, offering a 360 degree panorama of Adelaide and the Fleurieu Peninsula. Every year, over 700,000 visitors climb up here to watch the sunset over the city.
Highlights: On clear days, the horizon extends up to 100 kilometers away, including the dry Lake Torrens and the Mount Lofty Ranges. The wind that blows up there changes direction three times within a single day, creating a magical play of light and shadow over the landscape.
Insider tips
- Wear a jacket even in summer, the wind up there is strong and the temperature drops 5-7 degrees from the city.
- Bring binoculars to spot the ocean waves on the horizon and the shapes of ships in the port.
- Avoid Saturdays and Sundays at midday, when it fills with tourists and buses.
- The Summit Restaurant has a fixed menu before 6:00 PM that is cheaper than dinner.
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