Timeline
09:00
Pick up fresh produce or a quick breakfast snack at the Central Market. The Victorian roof offers shade, and the stalls open early, making it a perfect start before the heat builds.
09:45
Walk to the Adelaide Botanic Garden to wander the quiet, grassed areas. Arriving in the morning ensures you have the space to relax in the shade before the midday sun intensifies.
10:45
Head to Amalfi for lunch. The inventive pizzas and pastas are a cut above the usual cafe fare, and the spot is known for its loyal following and quality ingredients.
11:30
Finish with a drink at The Stag. The al fresco seating offers good views of the parklands, and the weekly live music adds a relaxed atmosphere to end the afternoon.
Local tip
The Botanic Garden is best explored early. After lunch, the heat can be intense, so seek shade or air-conditioned spaces like the nearby cafes or pubs with outdoor seating facing the parklands.
Check before you go
- Central Market hours: Tu,We,Th 09:00-17:30; Fr 07:00-21:00; Sa 07:00-15:00; Mo,Su closed. Plan your visit accordingly.
- Amalfi hours: Mo-Fr 11:30-14:30, Mo-Th 17:00-21:30, Fr,Sa 17:00-22:30.
- The Stag hours: Su-Th 12:00+, Fr,Sa 12:00-02:00.
Worth knowing
- The Central Market is open at 09:00 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Adelaide (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).