glenelg - City of Holdfast Bay

GLENELG
OUR PLACE, YOUR EXPERIENCE
WELCOME TO
GLENELG
“Experience Our Place, there is
something to do for everyone”
Glenelg is Adelaide’s favourite seaside
destination set on the long sandy white
beaches of Holdfast Bay.
Only 20 minutes from the city and five minutes from
Adelaide Airport, Glenelg is a fabulous place to
relax, explore and experience Adelaide at its best.
Glenelg is renowned for its wide beach, stunning
sunsets, rich heritage, charming hotels and bustling
shops, sidewalk cafes and loads of entertainment.
You can also swim with wild dolphins, go diving,
snorkelling or join a fishing charter.
Trace Glenelg’s rich history in the galleries
and museums, join in the fun of various events
and meander along the coast to neighbouring
beach towns.
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CITY OF
HOLDFAST BAY
LEGEND
ACCOMMODATION
TRAM STOP
ATTRACTIONS
SURF CLUB
CAR PARKS
PUBLIC BOAT RAMP
PUBLIC TOILETS
INFORMATION
PLAYGROUNDS
PROCLAMATION TRAIL
BBQ AREAS
COASTAL WALKING TRACK
BUS STOP
MAIN SHOPPING PRECINCTS
TRAIN LINE
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ACCOMMODATION
1. ADELAIDE INTERNATIONAL MOTEL
2. ATLANTIC TOWER MOTOR INN
3. BAY MOTEL HOTEL – BUDGET CHAIN
4. BAYBEACHFRONT APARTMENTS
5. BAYSWATERFRONT APARTMENTS
6. BAYVIEW APARTMENTS
7. BEST WESTERN ENSENADA
8. BRIGHTON CARAVAN PARK
9. BUFFALO MOTOR INN
10. COLLEY MOTEL
11. COMFORT INN ANZAC HIGHWAY
12. COMFORT INN HAVEN MARINA
13. CORFU HOLIDAY UNITS
14. GLENELG BEACH HOSTEL
15. GLENELG GATEWAY APARTMENTS
16. GLENELG HOLIDAY APARTMENTS
17. GLENELG LAKE HOLIDAY UNITS
ATTRACTIONS
18. GLENELG MOTEL
19. GLENELG PACIFIC APARTMENTS
20. GLENELG SEA-BREEZE
21. GLENELG SEAWAY APARTMENTS
22. GRANDVIEW HOUSE
23. LA MANCHA HOLIDAY SUITES
24. MARCO POLO APARTMENTS
25. NORFOLK MOTOR INN – BUDGET CHAIN
26. OAKS LIBERTY TOWERS
27. OAKS PLAZA PIER
28. SEA COTTAGE
29. SEAWALL APARTMENTS
30. STAMFORD GRAND ADELAIDE
31. TAFT MOTOR INN
32. WATER BAY VILLA B & B
33. WATERMARK GLENELG
1. OLD GUM TREE
2. AIR RAID SHELTER
3. GLENELG LIBRARY
4. PARTRIDGE HOUSE
5. HMS BUFFALO
6. ADELAIDE SCUBA CLUB
7. MARINA PIER RESTAURANTS AND SHOPS
8. TEMPTATION SAILING
9. THE BEACHOUSE
10. BAY DISCOVERY CENTRE
11. GLENELG JETTY
12. PIONEER MEMORIAL
13. SACRED HEART COLLEGE
14. BRIGHTON SAND DUNES
15. BRIGHTON HIGH SCHOOL
16. ALWYNDOR
17. BRIGHTON LIBRARY
18. ARCH OF REMEMBRANCE
19. BRIGHTON JETTY
20. KINGSTON HOUSE
21. TJILBRUKE MONUMENT AND LOOKOUT
22. TJILBRUKE SPRINGS
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WHERE TO STAY
Glenelg is the perfect option for
weekend getaways and longer stays
for couples, families and groups.
Its close proximity to the Adelaide CBD and airport
offers a breath of fresh air for those in town to
do business.
And there’s an impressive variety of accommodation
to match all tastes and budgets.
You’ll find international-standard hotels and motels;
self-contained apartments, bed and breakfasts and
a backpacker hostel.
Nearby Brighton Caravan Park and Holiday
Village offers a range of well-appointed cabins
and powered sites right on the beach. See the fold
out map on the inside front cover for a full list of
accommodation options.
www.holdfast.sa.gov.au
THINGS TO DO
Glenelg Beach offers a wide range of
water experiences including swimming,
sailing, snorkelling, kayaking, diving,
stand-up paddle boarding and fishing.
Moseley Square and the Glenelg Foreshore
are hives of activity throughout the summer
months, offering a huge range of family-friendly
entertainment. Look out for the bungy trampoline,
pedal cars and talented buskers.
The Beachouse is a fun family entertainment centre
packed with games and rides for kids and adults
alike. Enjoy heated waterslides, arcade games,
carousel, ferris wheel, bumper boats, dodgem cars,
mini golf and much more!
Temptation Sailing is a 58-foot sailing catamaran
that offers swim with dolphins plus afternoon and
twilight cruises. Take in the Holdfast Bay coastline
and city skyline to the east and watch the sun sink
into the ocean to the west.
Absolute Fishing Charters and Getaway Cruisers
operate unforgettable fishing adventures out of the
Holdfast Marina. Test out your casting skills and try
catching a South Aussie King George Whiting.
Explore the underwater underbelly of the Glenelg
Jetty with Adelaide Scuba on a snorkelling or
dive tour and see what the tides of history have
left behind…
www.holdfast.sa.gov.au/discover
DINING AND
SHOPPING
Glenelg’s seaside shopping precincts
offer a fabulous range of giftware
shops, stylish fashion boutiques, cafes,
restaurants, specialty shops and a
number of fascinating local galleries.
JETTY ROAD, GLENELG
Spend some time at Jetty Road Glenelg where you
can immerse yourself in 300 plus retail outlets.
Relax with a great coffee at one of the stylish
sidewalk cafés and spend some time browsing the
character-filled side streets that make up Jetty Road.
When the sun goes down, the fun continues as the
street opens up with lively wine bars, cafes and
restaurants offering live music and entertainment.
Keep up with what’s new at:
/JettyRoadGlenelg
@JettyRdGlenelg /JettyRdGlenelg
MARINA PIER, GLENELG
Marina Pier offers a relaxing seaside, food, wine
and shopping precinct. Indulge in the fine culinary
delights from an array of cuisines at one of the many
restaurants on the pier.
Pamper yourself at a day spa or enjoy a quiet drink
and delight in the panoramic views of the marina or
the sun setting over the ocean.
www.marinapier.com.au
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EVENTS
CALENDAR
Holdfast Bay has an impressive
calendar of over 200 public events
every year to keep you entertained.
January
Australia Day at the Bay
January–February
Brighton Jetty Classic Sculptures
January–March
Twilight Beach Front Markets
February
Brighton Jetty Classic Swim
February–March
Fringe at the Bay
March–April
Ben & Jerry’s Openair Cinema
July–August
Winter Wonderland Festival
September
Sunday Mail City – Bay Fun Run
October–April
National Beach Volleyball
November
Glenelg Christmas Pageant
December
Can:Do 4 Kids Carols on Colley
December
Bay Sheffield Sports Carnival
December
New Years Eve at the Bay
Keep up with what’s on at:
www.holdfast.sa.gov.au/whatson
ARTS AND
CULTURE
Historic Glenelg Town Hall in Moseley
Square features the Visitor Information
Centre, Bay Discovery Centre Museum
and Gallery space.
You’ll find a rich variety of visual arts and a
captivating collection of interpretive displays that
bring Holdfast Bay’s cultural heritage to life. Don’t
miss the authentic wooden Bathing Box for a taste of
last century’s beach culture.
Keep up with what’s new at:
P +61 8 8179 9508
/BayDiscoveryCentre
Glenelg Art Gallery at the Stamford Grand is a
treasure trove of beautiful, original art. Enjoy local
exhibitions and permanent displays including
indigenous art, water colours, oils, decor, textile art,
glass-work, photography, cards and woodwork.
The Glenelg Air-Raid Shelter at Glenelg Oval was
built in 1942 and now houses a war museum. It’s
open 1–4pm on the third Sunday of the month plus
ANZAC Day and Armistice Day. (Note that access
is via a steep staircase.)
www.holdfast.sa.gov.au
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BEACHES, PARKS,
TRAILS
COAST PARK TRAIL
A level, wide picturesque 5km walking and
cycling trail that follows the coastline from Glenelg
to Somerton Park.
MIKE TURTUR BIKEWAY
Meandering through quieter back streets linking
Glenelg to the city, the Mike Turtur Bikeway starts in
Unley, and follows the 10km tramline as it makes its
way to Glenelg.
UNWIND
CELEBRATE
PROCLAMATION TRAIL
This 3.4km self-guided walk challenges you to
uncover Glenelg’s unique past and understand more
about its historical importance as South Australia’s
first settlement.
FEDERATION TRAIL
Take this trail from Glenelg to Kingston Park, to see
Holdfast Bay’s landforms such as Tjilbruke Spring
and coastal sand dunes, and historic homes.
FORESHORE RESERVES AND BEACHES
The 8km of foreshore features wide sandy beaches,
large grassed reserves suitable for picnics, with many
providing playgrounds, BBQs and public toilets.
PLAYGROUNDS
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GLENELG
SURROUNDS
JETTY ROAD, BRIGHTON
Picture-perfect Brighton is a relaxed and diverse
seaside suburb. It’s where many locals head in their
spare time, as it offers the ideal mix of family life;
entertainment by the beach; and a chic yet relaxed
atmosphere. Characterised by its Art Deco style,
quirky cafes, locally-made art and design shops,
restaurants and the landmark Arch of Remembrance
the gateway to the jetty itself.
THE BROADWAY, GLENELG SOUTH
The Broadway, Glenelg South comprises of a wide
range of boutique offerings and specialised cafes.
Explore the street’s home-ware stores, eateries,
organic cafes and pubs. The Broadway Kiosk is one of
Adelaide’s best-kept secrets, located on the Esplanade
and treats patrons to unsurpassed coastal views.
SEACLIFF AND KINGSTON PARK
For one of the best views of the Holdfast Bay coastline
the Kingston Park Coastal Reserve and lookout
is a must see. It is also home to Tjilbruke Springs
monument which commemorates the Aboriginal
Dreaming story associated with the freshwater spring.
It has been bubbling away for thousands of years in
the sand just above the sea’s high-water mark.
www.holdfast.sa.gov.au
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GETTING TO
GLENELG
It’s no wonder Glenelg is one of
South Australia’s most popular tourism
destinations – it’s so quick and easy
to get to!
FROM THE ADELAIDE AIRPORT
Car: Take a 5–10 minute drive along Tapley’s Hill
Road and turn right down Anzac Highway or Jetty
Road. Check out many car hire companies at the
airport or pre book before you land.
Taxi: A 10-minute cab ride from the airport taxi rank
costs approximately AUD$20.00.
Bus: Bus number J1 will get you to Glenelg in
around 25 minutes.
FROM THE ADELAIDE CBD
Car: It’s approximately 20 minutes from the heart of
the city to Glenelg by car.
Bus: The City to Glenelg bus takes approximately
35–45 minutes.
Tram: The famous ‘Bay Tram’ runs regularly from the
heart of the Adelaide CBD and takes approximately
30 minutes from Victoria Square.
Bike: Adelaide City Bikes are free to hire from the City;
follow Anzac Highway to Glenelg or check out the
Mike Turtur Bikeway. More information: Bicycle SA on
+61 8 8168 9999 or www.bikesa.asn.au/bikehire
WHERE TO PARK
We have a range of free and paid car parking,
see map on page 1 for specific locations.
For more information on trams or buses:
Adelaide Metro 1300 311 108 or
www.adelaidemetro.com.au
FOR MORE
INFORMATION
GLENELG VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE
Glenelg Town Hall, Moseley Square
Open Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm
Saturday to Sunday 10am – 3pm
P +61 8 8294 5833 E glinfo@adam.com.au
www.holdfast.sa.gov.au
/CityofHoldfastBay /CityofHoldfastBay
@HoldfastBay
/HoldfastBay
DISCLAIMER: The contents of this brochure is intended only for
informational purposes and is correct at the time of printing.