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Glenelg is a popular beach-side suburb of the South Australian capital of Adelaide. Located on the shore of Holdfast Bay in Gulf St Vincent, it has become a popular tourist destination due to its beach and many attractions, home to several hotels and dozens of restaurants.

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Restaurants

344 within 5 kms

SheShells Restaurant

226

0.2 km$$ - $$$ • Seafood • International • Australian

The Wharf

533

0.4 km$$ - $$$ • Australian • Vegetarian friendly • Vegan options

Indian Spice Authentic Cuisine

174

36 m$$ - $$$ • Indian • Vegetarian friendly • Vegan options

Glenelg Surf Life Saving Club Bar & Restaurant

264

42 m$$ - $$$ • Quick Bites • Bar • Pizza

Europa at the Bay

475

0.1 km$$ - $$$ • Italian • Cafe • European

Green Tea House

233

0.1 km$$ - $$$ • Asian • Vietnamese • Vegetarian friendly

Bracegirdle's Glenelg

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0.2 km$$ - $$$ • Dessert • Cafe • Australian

The Moseley Bar & Kitchen

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100 m$$ - $$$ • Bar • Australian • Vegetarian friendly

Oyster Bar Holdfast Shores

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0.4 km$$ - $$$ • Quick Bites • Bar • Seafood

Mamma Carmela Cafe Pizzeria

501

0.1 km$$ - $$$ • Quick Bites • Italian • Pizza

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121 within 10 kms

0.2 kmPiers & Boardwalks

Bay Discovery Centre

117

0.1 kmSpeciality Museums

Grace's Gallery and Gifts

83 mMonuments & Statues

The Moseley Beach Club

55

0.2 kmBeach & Pool Clubs

0.3 kmPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Piers & Boardwalks

Moseley Square

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Marj W
10 contributions
Lovely beach
Glenelg Beach is the best beach that I have come across, the sand is amazing and beach not overly crowded. Close to our hotel and we did daily walks along the beach. Amazing sunset. if you have a chance, go and view the sunset along the beach. Close to all hotels and trams. Easy access and had amazing weather. The jetty walk was great and had amazing views.
Visited November 2023
Travelled as a couple
Written 18 November 2023
Rochelle F
Randolph, New Jersey1,140 contributions
Nice beach near Adelaide
We took the train from Adelaide. The beach is very pretty although there is no shade (seems typical of Australian beaches). We put our towels under the pier for some shade. The water was flat and warm in the morning. Very nice. There is a beach club right there so we had lunch and relaxed in the afternoon on their comfy couches.
Visited March 2024
Travelled as a couple
Written 6 April 2024
Samantha F
Ballarat, Australia1,221 contributions
One of the best beaches in Australia
Been here many of times. Perfect on a hot day wanting a beach escape, great atmosphere. Nothing on a winters day as expected. Close to being one of the best beaches in Australia. Decent parking nearby.
Visited June 2024
Travelled solo
Written 2 July 2024
Michelle R
Engadine, Australia398 contributions
GREAT ATMOSPHERE
Caught tram out to Glenelg for sunset from ADL city one night. Great atmosphere and plenty of places to eat. Had a meal then watched sunset on Glenelg beach. Lovely town for just wandering around, having a meal and people watching.
Visited March 2024
Travelled as a couple
Written 2 July 2024

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westy54

Sydney, Australia12,807 contributions

Attractive beach with lots of white sand, a jetty, lots of hotel and apartment development and very few waves.

May 2021

We took a tram for the very pleasant 30 minute trip from the city to within just over 100 metres from the beach at Glenelg.

The beach, from headland to headland, was quite wide with white sand and quite a long jetty and the surf, on the day that we visited, was very flat with no waves at all to speak of. As a result it was not difficult to see why this beach was so popular being close to the city with a number of activities for families (including a good number of beach volley ball courts) and lots of cafes and restaurants and a beach promenade to walk or cycle along.

I thought that one of the downsides was the substantial amount of development that had been allowed to be constructed along the beach front.

Written 5 June 2021

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garry

Canberra, Australia13 contributions

Worth a visit - Wont disappoint

Sept 2022

Must visit whilst in Glenleg and even if in Adelaide, short and convenient tram ride drops you right at the beach.

Jetty is great to walk along and plenty of clean sand to walk as far as the eye can see

Sunset is worth the wait if you can.

Plenty of places to have a beer and watch sun go down as well

Written 21 September 2022

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Tony W

Sydney, Australia4,598 contributions

Sunsets over the beach

Sept 2022

Glenelg has a lot to offer visitors, the pier, the restaurants and the bars and coffee shops as well as the shopping on Jetty Road. The area tops this off with a fantastic and easily accessible beach. Then there is the sunsets in the afternoon over the beach - brilliant and make sure you have a camera.

Written 29 November 2022

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ChrisM

Adelaide, Australia4 contributions

Some beautiful sea viws

Apr 2022

The Glenelg Jetty juts out from the one of the most beautiful beaches in South Australia. Glenelg is the most popular beach suburbs located at the end of the Glenelg tram line that snakes from central Adelaide through the western suburbs of Adelaide. Built now of concrete after a devastating loss some years ago, it provides visitors with panoramic views of St Vincent Gulf and the Fleurieu peninsula. It is a good place for plane-spotting from the nearby Adelaide airport. Perhaps the best view though is to turn around back to the shore and see the broader panorama of the Adelaide Hills and the sweep of nearby buildings. Give yourself 2-3 hours to explore this area with its many cafes by foot. Highly recommended.

Written 21 September 2022

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Pete

Sydney, Australia12 contributions

Australia's Best

Mar 2020

Firstly, the tram ride to Glenelg is tedious and SLOW stopping frequently at tram stops and traffic lights.
But suffering the tram ride is worth it when you step off and visit one of the most beautiful areas in Australia. Although high rise may threaten it's overall appeal.
A walk along the pier is a must as it gives a 360 view of this stunning coastline.
Walking along the Esplanade on a sunny Sunday afternoon eradicates all built up stress levels.
People of all ages enjoying themselves, walking, running, riding bikes, splashing in the water, laying down under a shady tree or sitting on a bench watching the world go by.
Unlike the popular beachside suburbs in other states, this beach is not overcrowded.
Along the Esplanade is the Broadway Kiosk which serves up a nice plate of fish and chips to cap off an enjoyable walk.

Written 20 March 2020

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Travel Lin

United Kingdom77 contributions

Perfect seaside day

Feb 2020 • Couples

Visited Glenelg for the day whilst visiting Adelaide. Took the tram from the city - lovely gentle way to start the day. Went to the Visitor Centre to get a map and some ideas. Walked along the seafront taking in the beautiful beach and the lovely old buildings. Strolled along the pier, wandered around the marina and spent a couple of hours lounging on deck chairs at the Mosely Beach Club (free deck chairs in the shade & great cocktails). Beautiful!

Written 9 February 2020

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Fiona B

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They could have euthanased it

Mar 2024 • Couples

I was down on the beach today. A whale beached on the 9th (two days ago). I asked those hosing it down what they are going to do. The answer "nothing". So I said you have been hosing it down all this time so it would die slowly and not create a stink on your beach over a long weekend. Thumbs down SA . Shame on you

Written 10 March 2024

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Victorianlad

Melbourne, Australia17,469 contributions

Great beach with plenty to do

Apr 2021

This pleasant, safe for children beach is easy to reach from the Adelaide CBD by the frequent Adelaide Metro's Glenelg tram. I purchased a Metrocard prior to travel and loaded it with $10.

The pier doesn't end in a cafe, which is a bit disappointing, but it's still OK.

Sand seemed clean and free of glass shards.

I love how the Glenelg shops are adjacent. Easy to walk to lunch!

Written 30 April 2021

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hawks_me

Melbourne, Australia195 contributions

Nice long beach

Jan 2020 • Friends

My friend and I visited Glenelg. We were lucky as the weather was good. Has a variety of things to do from shopping, restaurants, swimming, exercise, visit the town hall and it's museum, Ferris wheel. Enjoyed a good walk and thoroughly enjoyed as a plane spotter, the planes leaving. Easy tram ride to get you there from the city. Highly recommend for anyone

Written 3 June 2020

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MsTique66

Moama, Australia167 contributions

Beautiful

Jan 2021 • Couples

Opened the door in our apartment after a 9 hour drive and there is nothing like the sound of the ocean. The waves crashing onto the shore. Heaven slept with the door open all night.

Very clean. Surf life guards on patrol. Beautiful beach.

Written 19 January 2021

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