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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.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide outside the Glenelg Visitor Information centre on Moseley Square.
Itinerary
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1Glenelg Beach
Wander along beautiful glenelg beach taking in holdfast bay on one side and historic seaside mansions on the other
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Learn the history of Glenelg which was the first mainland settlement of the colony of South Australia
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Learn about the colourful characters who have influenced this beautiful seaside suburb such as Henry J Mosley wh the square is named after
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
The original inhabitants of these lands were the Kaurna people. Colley reserve was an area where they had a campsite. This tour will cover the indigenous history of Glenelg as well as its more modern colonial history.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9
Now the main thorough fare of Glenelg and lined with bustling shops and restaurants. Your guide will make many recommendations for where to visit at the end of the tour so you can best enjoy this vibrant area.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
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
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
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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