I recently visited Glenelg after 20 years away from Adelaide. Here’s my favourite recommendations from the trip.
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Do
The tram is a great way to relax and venture beyond the coast. Get off at Rundle Mall for shopping or North terrace to explore the parks and museums.
Glenelg-City Tram
The perfect spot for a sunset stroll. The parts of the boardwalk I did were well maintained and mostly accessible and not too steep.
Glenelg to Seacliff Coastal Walk
Relax in the sun, explore the nearby sculptures or get out your camera (first two pictures are mine).
Glenelg Jetty - Adelaide, Attraction - South Australia
Eat
From great takeaways to the lovely dinners.
Fabulous pasties and pies and great sweet pastries. This bakery always had a queue of people going through it, so I had to try it for myself. Definitely worth a visit. Or two.
Orange Spot Bakery
Best for curries. The food is tasty and excellent value. I admit I wouldn’t have given it a second look if it wasn’t for the local recommendation. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food.
North Indian Cuisine - Glenelg - Indian
The salmon was delicious.
Coast Restaurant | Glenelg
The fisherman’s basket is excellent value, but if you opt for grilled fish you may want to add an extra piece.
The only traditional Aussie-style fish and chip shop, we could find on the main strip. Make sure you try the chips.
BAY FISH SHOP, Glenelg - Updated 2025 Restaurant Reviews, Photos & ...
Choose your favourite frozen yoghurt and topping and pay by the weight of the container. I really loved the variety of toppings.
Yo-Chi
The perfect spot to grab a coffee and escape if it happens to rain. I was drenched, the staff were lovely, and the vanilla slice was devine.
Europa at the bay
Great views and accessible from the boardwalk or grab one of the nearby parking spots.
Broadway Kiosk
Stay
Right by the beach but away from the crowds. The rooms are spacious and clean. They are a little dated, but let’s call that character.
Oaks Glenelg Plaza Pier Suites
Bring
Adelaide may be in the middle of a drought, but that didn’t stop me getting drenched during the 15 mins it rained during my trip.
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Whether you’re hitting the beach in summer or the hotel pool in winter, bring your bathers. These are my favourites. Funky prints, reversible, and you can buy the bikini top and bottom in different sizes for the perfect fit.
