5 Romantic Date Ideas This Autumn In Adelaide

1. Golden Hour at Mt Lofty Botanic Gardens + Wine & Cheese at Uraidla Hotel

Start with a slow wander through the Mt Lofty Botanic Gardens where the autumn leaves put on a show of reds, oranges, and golds. Pack a thermos of chai or just take it in hand-in-hand. Afterwards, drive ten minutes to the Uraidla Hotel for a fireside wine and grazing board. Laidback, local, and completely charming.

2. City Stroll + 2KW + Gelato in Kent Town

Begin your evening with a golden hour walk along the River Torrens or through the Botanic Gardens. As the city lights come on, make your way to 2KW for a glass of wine and a view to remember. Finish with a drive to Kent Town to indulge in the delicious Gelato Messina.

3. Hahndorf Wander + Small Winemaker Tasting + Pastries to Go

Spend the afternoon exploring the quieter side of Hahndorf - avoid the tourist traps and head to Somerled for a cosy tasting flight, then duck into The German Cake Shop or Kitchen Farm Pantry for pastries to go. Wander back through the leafy streets and save your pastries for a sunset snack at a lookout like Mount Osmond or Windy Point.

4. East End Bookstore + Bar Hop + Late Dinner at East End Cellars

Meet late afternoon at Dymocks in Rundle Mall and each secretly pick out a book for the other. Then wander to a nearby bar on the West Side - try Malt n Juniper, Hains & Co or Pink Moon Saloon for a cocktail or two. Keep the night rolling with a stroll down to East End Cellars for shared plates and a glass of something delicious.

5. Sunday Morning Farmers Market + Hills Picnic + Cherryville Scenic Drive + Chilli Hot Chocolate

Start at the Adelaide Farmers Market at Wayville and stock up on fresh bread, fruit, cheese, and honey cake. Drive up into the Hills and find a picnic spot like Woorabinda or Morialta. Continue your day exploring lesser-known roads through Ashton or Cherryville. Make a trip to Red Cacao to indulge in their famous chilli hot chocolate.