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Sunset

Golden Hour at Montefiore Hill

Catch the sun dipping below the city skyline from Adelaide’s highest natural point.

Best time: 15 AprAbout 75 min

Timeline

  1. 16:52

    Himalayan Kitchen

    Grab a late lunch at Himalayan Kitchen. The kitchen opens at 17:00, so you will be seated just in time for a relaxed meal before the evening rush.

  2. 17:12

    Montefiore Hill

    Walk 18 minutes west to Montefiore Hill. This is the highest point in the Adelaide Park Lands, offering an unobstructed, spectacular view of the city skyline.

  3. 17:52

    Montefiore Hill

    Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WNW, casting long shadows across the parklands as the city lights begin to flicker on.

  4. 18:12

    Rundle Lantern light display

    Head south to the Rundle Lantern light display. As dusk turns to night, the 750 light panels activate, creating a vibrant public art installation that lasts until midnight.

Local tip

Montefiore Hill is a popular spot for photographers. Arrive early enough to secure a good vantage point without blocking the path for others.

Check before you go

  • Himalayan Kitchen opens at 17:00. If you arrive after 17:00, you can still order, but service may slow down.
  • The Rundle Lantern display runs from dusk to midnight every night.

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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