Welcome to Coober Pedy — Attraction in Coober Pedy

A must-stop photo op when arriving in one of Australia’s most unique towns!

The Welcome to Coober Pedy sign is more than just a road sign—it’s a symbol that you’ve officially arrived in the opal capital of the world. Located just at the edge of town on the Stuart Highway, it’s the perfect place to pause, stretch your legs, and snap that iconic photo with the big Coober Pedy truck and the arid, outback landscape in the background.

The sign itself features a massive old mining truck perched on top, paying homage to the town’s rich opal mining history. It’s bold, quirky, and unmistakably Coober Pedy. There’s usually plenty of space to safely pull over and park for a quick photo, and it’s a great spot to take a breather after a long stretch of driving through the South Australian outback.

Whether you’re entering or leaving the town, the sign gives you a real sense of the adventure and resilience this place represents. I also appreciated that the area around the sign is well-maintained, with clear visibility for both day and night photos (especially beautiful at sunrise or sunset when the sky turns orange and pink).

If you’re documenting your outback journey, this stop is essential....

I recently had the pleasure of visiting this unique and captivating destination, and I must say it exceeded all of my expectations. From the moment I arrived, I was immediately taken in by the charm and intrigue of the place - there is so much to see and explore!

One of the highlights of my visit was the fantastic photo opportunities that this location offers. I found the setting to be absolutely picturesque, and I was able to capture some truly stunning photos. What's more, I was delighted to find that the area was not crowded, allowing me to easily find parking right beneath the main attraction. It provided me with a sense of tranquility and peacefulness that I truly appreciated.

While there may not be an abundance of activities to partake in at this spot, I found that to be part of its allure. It allowed me to truly unwind, relax, and take in the beauty of my surroundings. I recommend stopping by, especially if you are passing by in your car - it's definitely...

Welcome to Coober Pedy Visited on 17/6/2019

This is a specific spot, and I shall review it accordingly. Unfortunately, many photos supplied by other reviewers are NOT relevant to this site.

It is a vast unsealed open space. There is no shade or shelter, so it can be very hot, and windy at times.

A disused truck with a bin is mounted on a platform, with the words Welcome to Coober Pedy, provides a fantastic backdrop for photo shoot - stay in an album to remind one of one's visit.

At a distance around this site are pyramidal shape mounts of mullock excavated by machine or explosives. There are some interesting and yet informative sign boards alerti g people not to walk backwards in case of falling into a mine pit.

This can be the top tourist attraction if a proper information centre is built, with a Cafe or barbecue faciliy. Better still, including a working model of an opal mine in a museum will draw many more visitors...