The Adelaide Hills is just a 20 minute drive from the city. Here, you can discover the quaint historic German village of Hahndorf, and shop in heritage buildings, nibble traditional German delicacies, take a ride on a landau carriage drawn by horses, stop for a stein of beer at the German Arms Hotel, or visit "The Cedars" - the former home of Australia's greatest painter, Sir Hans Heysen.
For nature lovers, take a walk through Warrawong Sanctuary and see Australia's native animals in their own environment. Pick fresh strawberries at a strawberry farm and sample the confectioneries at Melba's Chocolate Factory in Woodside. Or take in the sweeping views of Adelaide from the hills to the sea from the top of Mount Lofty.
Whatever your indulgence, you're sure to find it in the Adelaide Hills.
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Getting There |
Public Transport
A regular bus service travels daily from Adelaide city to major Hills' townships. To explore the region it is recommended that visitors have their own vehicle, unless on an organized tour.
Taxis
Taxis are widely available from numerous Adelaide city taxi stands and can be hailed on the street or can be ordered. A taxi from the city to Mount Lofty will cost approximately A$20 one-way.
Car
The Hills are an easy 20 to 30-minute drive east of Adelaide and only 40 minutes from the Adelaide International Airport.
| Distance and Drive Times |
| Adelaide |
Mt Lofty Summit |
20 km ( 12.5 miles ) |
20 minutes |
| Adelaide |
Hahndorf |
30 km ( 18.75 miles ) |
30 minutes |
| Adelaide |
Mount Barker |
40 km ( 25 miles ) |
35 minutes |
| Adelaide |
Mount Lofty Botanic Gardens |
20 km ( 12.5 miles ) |
20 minutes |
| Adelaide |
Birdwood |
40 km ( 25 miles ) |
55 minutes |
| Adelaide |
Warrawong Sanctuary |
25 km ( 15.625 miles ) |
30 minutes |
| Adelaide |
Stirling |
22 km ( 13.75 miles ) |
20 minutes |
| Adelaide |
Bridgewater |
25 km ( 15.625 miles ) |
25 minutes |
| Adelaide |
Norton Summut |
12 km ( 7.5 miles ) |
20 minutes |
| Adelaide |
Macclesfield |
40 km ( 25 miles ) |
45 minutes |
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Visitor Information Centres |
Adelaide Hills Visitor Information Centre
Open Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm. Sat, Sun & Public Hols 10am - 4pm, closed on Christmas Day
41 Main Street HAHNDORF SA 5245
 +61 8 8388 1185
 +61 8 8388 1319
Mount Lofty Summit Visitor Information Centre
Open Daily 9am - 5pm, except Christmas Day
Mount Lofty CRAFERS SA 5152
+61 8 8370 1054
+61 8 8370 1053
 www.mtlofty.sa.gov.au/home.htm
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Climate |
The Adelaide Hills enjoys a slightly cooler climate than the Adelaide Plains. Temperatures are generally 2-4 degrees cooler than the city, with average temperatures of around 14 degrees in winter and 28 degrees in summer. During winter, temperatures can fall below 5 degrees at night.
Adelaide Hills Weather Chart Average Temperature (Celcius)
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Summer |
Autumn |
Winter |
Spring |
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Dec |
Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
Jun |
Jul |
Aug |
Sep |
Oct |
Nov |
| Temp. Max |
25 |
27 |
26 |
24 |
20 |
16 |
14 |
13 |
14 |
16 |
19 |
22 |
| Temp. Min |
10 |
12 |
12 |
10 |
8 |
7 |
5 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
7 |
8 |
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