Timeline
13:18
Grab a coffee and a light breakfast at Nano Cafe. The Italian home-style food and fresh daily options are perfect for starting the day. It is open daily, so you can arrive as soon as it opens to beat the rush.
13:38
Walk 10 minutes from the cafe to The Adelaide Botanic Garden. Arrive early to enjoy the quiet and relaxing atmosphere. The large grassed areas are ideal for a peaceful stroll before the midday visitors arrive. The parklands just outside offer more space to breathe.
20:10
Head to The Exeter for a drink or a meal. This friendly old-school pub has an alternative feel in the evening and draws crowds from all areas. Two back rooms contain a great little restaurant if you prefer a sit-down meal. It is a short walk from the garden area.
20:40
Climb Montefiore Hill for the main event. It provides a spectacular view of the city, especially at night, but the golden hour before sunset offers a beautiful warm light over the skyline. The sun sets toward the WNW, aligning perfectly with the view from this hill.
Local tip
The Botanic Garden is quietest in the morning. Montefiore Hill is a popular spot for photographers, so get there a bit early to secure a good vantage point.
Check before you go
- Nano Cafe is open daily. The Exeter does not list specific opening hours, so check locally.
- Montefiore Hill is an outdoor viewpoint with no specific hours, but access is best during daylight.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Adelaide (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).