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Sunset

Adelaide Sunset: Market to Montefiore

Grab a bite at the city's historic market, then climb Montefiore Hill to catch the sun dipping below the skyline.

Best time: 19:55About 90 min

Timeline

  1. 18:32

    The Central Market

    Pick up snacks or drinks at Central Market. The Victorian roofed market is one of the largest in the southern hemisphere and offers plenty of fresh options under one roof.

  2. 20:02

    Montefiore Hill

    Walk up to Montefiore Hill. This spot provides a spectacular view of the city, which is best experienced as the light fades.

  3. 20:32

    Montefiore Hill

    Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The golden light starts around 19:55, painting the city in warm tones before the final descent.

Local tip

The market closes at 17:30 on weekdays and 15:00 on Saturdays, so arrive early enough to browse. Montefiore Hill is a short walk from the market area.

Check before you go

  • Central Market hours: Tu 07:00-17:30, We-Th 09:00-17:30, Fr 07:00-21:00, Sa 07:00-15:00. Closed Mo-Su off.

Worth knowing

  • The Central Market is open at 18:32 only on Fr

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Adelaide (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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