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Overview
Adelaide's most historic and beautiful coastal suburb is only a 30-minute tram ride out of the city centre. Our meeting spot is just a few steps away from where you alight the tram. As soon as you start the tour you are quickly enveloped in the historic charm of Glenelg as we regale you with stories about South Australia’s first mainland settlement and its characters. We will walk beside beautiful long sandy beaches, wander along historic streets and gaze upon luxurious seaside mansions while showing you the best spots to eat and shop in Glenelg. Discover why over 1 million tourists visit Glenelg each year. With its laid back coastal atmosphere it offers the perfect afternoon escape from the bustle of city life. This tour gives you the ultimate introduction to Glenelg in just 90 minutes. Informative, fun and immersive, you will have plenty of free time after to explore Glenelg at your leisure and enjoy its many attractions, activities and lively dining and shopping scene.
Meeting and Pickup
Meet your guide outside the Glenelg Visitor Information centre on Moseley Square.
Language Offered
English-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. Glenelg Beach
2. Glenelg Pier
3. Learn about the colourful characters who have influenced this beautiful seaside suburb such as Henry J Mosley wh the square is named after
4. Glenelg has been home to a number of historic theme parks such as Magic mountain, Luna park and now, the beach house. Your guide will tell you about each of these and bring the colourful culture of these times alive for you.
5. Visit the site where the first British settlers of the colony of South Australia landed. Hear tales of the conditions they survived and how the nearby city of Adelaide was founded.
6. Colley Reserve
7. Susex street is one of the most historic streets of the area. It is lined with a number of original blue stone houses from the original colony.
8. This was the centre of the original colony and houses the imposing St Peters church. Learn how Glenelg grew fromits humble beginnings to now be the premier seas side suburb of Adelaide.
9. Jetty Road
Inclusion
Snacks
In-person English Guide
A Ride on the Glenelg Ferris Wheel (Summer only)
Personalised recommendations for what to see and do in Glenelg after the tour •
Local Guide
Digital map of our top Glenelg and Adelaide hot spots
Donation to a local charity
Exclusion
Bottled water
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
- 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews
4.5
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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