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Glenelg is Adelaide's most popular beachside suburb and is a must see for most visitors. I spent a pleasant afternoon there, but more than the beach I liked the fascinating history of the town. This is where the colony of South Australia was born! It is the oldest settlement on South Australian mainland.
You can learn more about this history in the town hall museum. Other historical points to visit are the Pioneers Museum and a repliqua of the HMS Buffalo, the ship that brought the colony's first gouvernor to Glenelg. There are also beautiful historical buildings scattered all around.
If you are more into nowadays pleasure, you can shop til you drop in Jetty Road!
If you would like to read more, you may visit my seperate Glenelg page
Updated Dec 20, 2011
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Great White Shark attack victim, film maker and expedition leader, Rodney Fox. He is regarded as a miracle survivor of one of the world's worst shark attacks. The Fox family have opened "The Rodney Fox Shark Experience” a Shark Museum and Nautical Gift Shop. This museum features Rodney's private collection of displays and items from a life time film making and research with sharks. The displays feature Great White Shark models, cages from the film "Jaws", giant fossil teeth plus photos and video highlights from many films that he has been involved in.
Updated Apr 4, 2011
Address: Bay Discovery Centre - Moseley Square Glenelg SA
Phone: +61 (0)8 8363 1788
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Glenelg always was the place to be if you were in Adelaide in the summer. Known to be the best beach, plus it also had Magic Mountain, which I believe is now shut down. Magic Mountain was a waterslide complex, right on Glenelg Beach, and it was a lot of fun!
Written Dec 1, 2009
Address: Jetty Road, Glenelg
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Glenelg is Adelaide's beach side resort suburb, and it was also the beachhead for the establishment of the colony of South Australia, in the early 1800's.
Long white,sandy beaches, that are clean and safe, are enjoyed by tens of thousands of visitors here each year.
Updated Nov 3, 2008
Address: Jetty Road, Glenelg
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When in Adelaide take a tram to Glenelg beach for the day..enjoy the ambience of the area..I had a leisurely stroll on the beach..and as it was a nice winters day sat and had coffee and apple struedel by the beach in a local cafe.there are so many early and modern houses along the waterfront here...in the main street are many shops and restaurants to enjoy..also at the tram terminus there is an exhibition "The Bay Discovery centre"in the local historic Town Hall of life from early settlement to today.Also see here the "Rodney Fox shark experience".
The tram journey is a short ride of about fifteen to twenty minutes from the city..
Catch train at tram terminus at Victoria Square near the fountain in the City..
Written Sep 21, 2008
Address: Jetty Road, Glenelg
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Glenelg is Adelaide's most popular seaside resort, located 11km South West of the city. Its long white sandy beach is clean and safe which makes it a great beach for families and swimming, it is also surrounded by lovely picnic areas, a great esplanade and many restaurants , cafes and bars.
There are so many different things to do and see here I recommend spending a day or two exploring.
Written Apr 17, 2008
Address: Jetty Road Glenelg
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In Adelaide, when the beach is mentioned, Glenelg springs to mind. The water's clear, the sky's blue...it's a bustling beach town with a good feel. Basically, all your favorite ice-cream shops are there eg. Copenhagen, Andersons and you won't go hungry in Glenelg. Can be quite packed during the weekends and summer.
Getting there is easy...just hop on a city tram from King William Street.
Written Jan 22, 2008
Address: Jetty Road, Glenelg
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As well as a thriving domestic shopping strip, Jetty Road, Glenelg has many eating options, and these continue along the beach front.
They serve both locals and tourists, many of whom, take apartments in the nearby towers or rooms in local hotels and motels.
The day I was there was the first of the school holidays and there were camel rides available along the foreshore as well as many family groups picnicking on the sand and paddling in the water.
Written May 2, 2007
Address: Jetty Road, Glenelg
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Glenelg is Adelaide's most popular beach suburb. The Beach itself is quite nice, but water is a bit chilly. There's a walkway/bikepath along the coast and it's definitely worth having a look at the beautiful houses you see there. Even saw some dolphins near the marina!
Of course Glenelg has a lot of nice restaurants, cafés and shops. The perfect destination for a day out!
Written May 24, 2006
Address: Jetty Road, Glenelg
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A tram (trolley bus) service runs from the centre of Adelaide to a beautiful beachside town called Glenelg.
It only costs AU$2.10 and you can purchase your ticket from the conductor on the tram once the journey begins.
The trams are made mostly from wood and leather which is quite unusual these days in this world of chrome and plastic we live in.
The tram ride is a good opportunity to meet locals and see where they live as you venture through suburban Adelaide towards the Indian Ocean
The trip takes about 30 minutes each way
Glenelg itself has a younger vibe than Adelaide city. There is a strong beach/surf culture with restaurants and retail shops to match. Plenty of bars, cafes and restaurants also.
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Updated Apr 17, 2006
Address: Victoria Square tram stop
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