A day out in Mount Gambier
Mount Gambier is in South Australia. Hopalong knows 5 things to do and 2 places to eat here. Prices are approximate adult prices in A$.
Top things to do in Mount Gambier
Engelbrecht Cave tour
A$15 · City · about 45 min
Guided tour of a limestone cave under the city.
Blue Lake
Free · Blue Lake · about 75 min
A crater lake that turns vivid blue from November to March.
Umpherston Sinkhole
Free · Umpherston · about 45 min
Sunken garden in a collapsed cave; possums at dusk.
Cave Garden
Free · City · about 30 min
A sinkhole garden right in the city centre.
Riddoch Arts and Cultural Centre
Free · City · about 60 min
Free regional gallery.
Free things to do in Mount Gambier
- Blue Lake (Blue Lake): A crater lake that turns vivid blue from November to March.
- Umpherston Sinkhole (Umpherston): Sunken garden in a collapsed cave; possums at dusk.
- Cave Garden (City): A sinkhole garden right in the city centre.
- Riddoch Arts and Cultural Centre (City): Free regional gallery.
Where to eat
- Café lunch in the centre (City, around A$22): Cafés on Commercial Street.
- Dinner in town (City, around A$40): Pubs and restaurants.
Step-free and pram-friendly ideas
- Blue Lake · step-free
- Cave Garden · step-free · pram-friendly
- Riddoch Arts and Cultural Centre · step-free
Access information can change. Check with the venue if access is essential.
Typical weather in Mount Gambier
| Month | Low | High | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°C | 25°C | 7 |
| April | 8°C | 19°C | 13 |
| July | 5°C | 13°C | 18 |
| October | 8°C | 19°C | 13 |
Approximate long-term averages, not a forecast.