Living in Adelaide and planning to have a short one day weekend getaway? Why not visit the Mount Lofty Ranges.
The Mount Lofty Ranges are mountains located at the east of Adelaide, South Australia. It is just a 30 minutes drive from Adelaide.
Here are the attractions of Mount Lofty Ranges:-
Mount Lofty Summit
The Mount Lofty Summit is the perfect place for you unwind while enjoying the breathtaking views across Adelaide’s city skyline to the coast. Pay a little extra and you get to use the binoculars at the summit to get a better view or just bring your own binoculars. If you are hungry, you can always get a bite at the fully licensed Summit Restaurant and Café.
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The Mount Lofty Summit
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Top view of the Mount Lofty Summit
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Mount Lofty House
The Mount Lofty House is an iconic country manor house that was built 160 years ago. It has now been converted into a boutique luxury accommodation and fine dining place. Even if you do not wish to stay or dine there, it is worth a visit. The house is excellently restored while maintaining its unique architecture and former glory. A visit to the house is truly a good way to help you get a glimpse of what life was like for the elite group back in the olden days. The house is also surrounded by beautiful gardens, landscape and spectacular views.
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The entrance of the Mount Lofty House
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The side view of the Mount Lofty
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Mount Lofty Botanic Gardens
If you like the outdoors and mother nature, then Mount Lofty Botanic Gardens is the place to be. The garden is home to a stunning mass display of magnolias, rhododendrons, camellias and roses. The best time to visit the garden is during the spring and autumn seasons because this is the time when the magnificent flowers are blooming.
If you love walking, explore the garden through its walking trails. If not, just sit down and relax while having a picnic by the lakeside with your family and friends.
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Walking trails of Mount Lofty Botanic Garden
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Mount Lofty Ranges is a really good option for a one day weekend getaway, especially if you live in Adelaide, South Australia. Its panoramic views, fresh air and unspoilt mother nature makes the place perfect for anyone wishing to take a short break from their everyday lives.
I hope this post helps.
Cheers,
Caroline Poh
