Mount Gambier Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Mount Gambier
Mount Gambier
Blue Lake Reserve
Mount Gambier
Mount Gambier

Discover the beauty of the Limestone Coast’s volcanic plains and check out the fertile valleys and crater lakes that make up South Australia’s second-largest city.

Mount Gambier is a city with a striking natural landscape situated on the foothills of a dormant volcano. Experience the region’s rich and geologically diverse natural scenery as you explore the Limestone Coast. Go hiking and cave diving and spend some time enjoying the mesmerizing beauty of crater lakes and verdant valleys. Mount Gambier is a popular stop for travellers journeying between Melbourne and Adelaide, but the city’s hidden treasures reveal themselves for those who stay awhile.

Stroll around the city centre and visit a delicatessen to pick up local South Australian treats for a picnic. Riddoch Art Gallery is one of the state’s major regional art galleries and the adjacent Corner hosts theatre productions in the repurposed offices of the old town hall complex.

Make your way to Mount Gambier’s Blue Lake ReserveOpens in a new window to witness the hypnotic blue colour of the artesian lake. The lake is encircled by a pretty walking path, from which you can observe the water’s steel-grey tone in winter and cobalt-blue in summer. You can also check out pretty Valley Lake, which has an exciting wildlife park, and Little Blue Lake or Leg of Mutton Lake.

Another popular spot for a picnic is the Cave Gardens. This pretty park has a rose garden and spacious lawns. Explore some of Mount Gambier’s many caves, sinkholes and geological formations. Umpherston Sinkhole has gorgeous gardens while Engelbrecht Cave is a popular spot for cave-diving adventures.

Climb to the top of Centenary Tower to enjoy sweeping views across Valley Lake and Marist Park to Mount Gambier’s eastern reaches.

Mount Gambier is easy to reach by car from AdelaideOpens in a new window and MelbourneOpens in a new window, both of which are less than 5 hours’ drive away. The city has a regional airport with services to Melbourne and Adelaide. You can also reach the city by regional train from Melbourne via WarrnamboolOpens in a new window. Add Mount Gambier to your Limestone Coast road trip and enjoy an exciting range of natural attractions. Nearby, you’ll find the Tantanoola Caves, the Naracoorte Caves and Hells Hole.

Presidential Motel
Presidential Motel
3.5 out of 5
152 Jubilee Hwy West, Mount Gambier, SA
The price is £70 per night from 22 May to 23 May
£70
22 May - 23 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly motel in Mount Gambier. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (921 reviews)
"Lovely room. Clean, tidy & everything we needed. Staff were very friendly & helpful"

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025

Presidential Motel
The Commodore
The Commodore
4 out of 5
Corner of Jubillee Highway and Penola, Mount Gambier, SA
The price is £61 per night from 25 May to 26 May
£61
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Mount Gambier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (853 reviews)
"Very happy with stay and will be back again"

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2025

The Commodore
The Henty
The Henty
3 out of 5
96 Jubilee Hwy E, Mount Gambier, SA
The price is £50 per night from 18 May to 19 May
£50
18 May - 19 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Mount Gambier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (403 reviews)
"Only negative was bed smaller than advertised. Thought we were getting a queen as per photo but only a double. Bit squashy for us. We will double check next time. Overall, I would recommend this motel, and we will stay again next time we are in Mt Gambier"

Reviewed on 11 May 2025

The Henty
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aloha Central Premium Studios
Aloha Central Premium Studios
4 out of 5
Bartletts Lane, Mount Gambier, SA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly apartment in Mount Gambier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Riddoch Art Gallery ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (49 reviews)
"clean environment, spacious ! great for family"

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2025

Aloha Central Premium Studios
Aloha Central Platinum Apartments
Aloha Central Platinum Apartments
3 out of 5
92 Commercial St E, Mount Gambier, SA
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Mount Gambier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Riddoch Art Gallery and Mount Gambier ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
"The apartment made for a great base of operations to explore the Mt Gambier and surrounds. Most dining options for evening were within a couple of minutes walk too. Thanks again for having us, would stay again!"

Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025

Aloha Central Platinum Apartments
Comfort on Crouch- Enjoy this beautiful house right in CBD.
Comfort on Crouch- Enjoy this beautiful house right in CBD.
Mount Gambier, SA
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Mount Gambier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and patios. Popular attractions Mount Gambier Catholic Parish and Riddoch ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (95 reviews)
Loved it
"Such a great location and perfectly contained accommodation. Had everything we needed to pop in and out during the day and was comfortable in the evenings."

Reviewed on 4 May 2025

Comfort on Crouch- Enjoy this beautiful house right in CBD.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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