The 13 best parks and gardens in Glenelg

Amazingly went there to do a follow up on GLENELG JETTY . However this caught my eye all set up in front of the JETTY , these colour spectrums speaks volumes even from the start to end . Thanks GLENELG FOR THIS PRIVILEGE in more ways than one .!!!

Great for the family. There is a large play area for children (slides, trampolines, water areas etc) and is 'kid safe' with a springy rubber floor. Plenty of cover (rain and sun).

This playground is great! Large slides, soft floors, sand and trails to climb for toddlers. They even have a water apparatus, rock climbing wall and it's just a great place for kids to play while parents can chill on the grass.

A great seaside kids’ playground. Slide, trampoline, climbing net, water play, swing, small tunnel, etc. Children enjoy playing here.

At the end of Jetty Road and just before the sand,near amusement area and toilets.Great selection of slides and jumps.Fun.Hey soak up some sea and sun and history.

Fabulous beach front playground for children!

Not really my thing but great if you have kids for day or with you all the time. Watch the trampolines which are built in the ground and kids can fall off and - splat on the pavers and hard surfaces around plus they are pretty bouncy when 2 ppl on them (which kids do).

I’ve experienced Beach House with my own friends, with over 100 children at a time with OSHC and with my 3 year old. This place is stimulating! My son and I love lights and noise so it was great for us! The merry go round was an accessible and enjoyable option for him, I was able to join him for no extra charge and he had a lot of fun on there! He was also desperate to try an arcade game and was convinced that it was him making all of those hoops 😉 I think that the place could do with a bit of an upgrade, a big clean and some new paint? Being by the ocean means that it probably gets damaged quicker than other places though.

A brilliant weekend for the kids with lots of laughter. Parents can also join in many games. The space is quite comfortable with great customer service. Always happy every time we come here with our children, because we see them happy.😄😄😄 Update: Again, we had a fantastic weekend with the kids, filled with laughter & fun. The customer service was friendly & welcoming as usual.

Place is so unloved needs a decent clean. Arcade games either broken partly damaged need topping up or just take your money with no go. Only thing good is the slides for now. Very costly for what it is now days. Not fun more unwelcoming and needs a bloody good clean

Beachhouse Playground is a family gem! Kids adore the creative, beach-themed equipment—especially the ship climber and sand play area. It’s spotlessly clean, shaded by palms, and safely fenced. Parents appreciate the comfy seating and ocean views. Perfect for sunny days, birthday parties, or post-beach energy burns. Pure childhood joy!

Most of the games were not functioning properly or at all (mind they still took credit) the mini golf is in need of a lot of maintenance and stunk of stagnant water. Playground seems to have vanished since our last visit. Absolute waste of money. The place needs a massive overhaul.

I didn’t really have a good time at The Beach House. Most of the arcade games were broken or not working, which was really disappointing. The water slides weren’t running, and the water boats were also closed. For the price they charge, I expected much more. Overall, it felt overpriced and not worth the visit

The Beach house at Glenelg was very enjoyable. We met some old Family members there and enjoyed our time together.

FEED offers fast, friendly service with a modern vibe! I loved the personal greeting and it feels happy and not so touristy as other Jetty Rd cafes. The food is fresh especially the fruit for smoothies and juices 🍏🍍. Generous brekkie serves and a modest but delish range of cakes and biscuits. Honestly, the best dirty chai I've ever had ☕️ Came back for a cappuccino the next day and it was again one of the best 👌 FEED is a family run little gem. Highly recommend it.

Popped in here for the first time on Thursday the 25th of September for Brunch and I'm so glad I did. The interior was delightful and inviting, lively with the greenery. The food I ordered was delicious and the service was very quick too! My cappuccino was done well. Definately going to come back here on another opportunity.

We had a big breakfast and added chorizo and feta to our avocado and everything was seasoned with spices and pepper. The spinach leaves were cooked with some herbs and the avocado was at room temperature and not cold. The poached eggs ran out from the yoke beautifully And the hash brown was Light and fluffy. What a delicious breakfast. We also had the green detox drink, which was also magnificent with Apple pineapple spinach and cucumber . The best big breakfast in Adelaide so far!!!

10 stars if we could!!! Great food, great coffee and even better service! You don’t find this sort of 5 star service in Brisbane so we are glad we found it here!

Highly recommend the grilled chicken burger. Chicken was very juicy. The bread was so fresh and soft. Great flavours. Even the biscuits at the counter are delicious.

I regularly pop in for a coffee or lunch and every time I’m greeted with warmth and care. The food is lovely and the service is very efficient. The staff care about their customers and welcome back their regulars with a welcoming greeting.

Great experience, great customer service, mains are spectacular and tried the muffins which were baked fresh the morning

What a fantastic evening spent on Temptation. The 2 staff members were lovely . Such a relaxing time cruising along the coast line. Added bonus of lots of dolphins joining us. I would recommend this to anyone. Even provided blankets when it got a little chilly

A fantastic dolphin experience with the added bonus of seeing fur seals. The marine biologist crew were knowledgeable in explaining the different species and their different habits. I’m planning to go to Adelaide again with a different friend and will do this excellent value for money tour with her.

I had an amazing experience with Temptation sailing. We encountered multiple pods of dolphins and got to learn so much about them. Getting in the water with them was a surreal experience. The crew of the Temptation was fantastic. You could tell they really cared about the dolphins and were very passionate about their jobs. The energy they brought to the experience was contagious and I had a really great time. Thank you for the wonderful experience!!

A fantastic experience was had between myself & my 2 adult Children as we thoroughly enjoyed sailing the beautiful seas around Glenelg with an amazing Sunset & a large pod of dolphins. Imogen & Zach who run Temptation were wonderful, thank you & see you again 🥂

Fantastic evening on the water with the amazing staff at Temptation. We saw a pod of 10 dolphins, the views and sunset along the coast was incredible great experience!!. Would highly recommend.

One of the top outdoor experiences we've had this year! We saw so many dolphins, swimming alongside and in front of the catamaran. The most since the start of the season (Sept - April) said the guide. We saw small groups, mum/junior and large groups, well over 20. It was amazing!! 🐬 . ⛵️ Well worth the 6am wakeup (7.30 arrival, 8.00 departure). No BYO, as there's a bar - or so we read, but I don't think there was a bar, and it's a weekend so ok to start drinking before noon. The guide was hard to hear, battling the motor and waves. . 🏊‍♀️ Snorking (front swim) - There was an option to get in the water, where you're inside a fishnet in freezing cold waters. Not that the boat never stops, so the water is always moving, never calm, there's no free roam. There's two groups that alternate in the water, so you get to see them from the boat too. . Tips - There's a video of the swim experience on their website - sit up front, not in the middle area - bring a puffy coat (it was summer on land, but not at 8am on the water), hat (tied on), chapstick, snacks that won't fly away, lanyard for phone - wear fitted clothes, it's very windy on the go - Only for those nimble who can do small steps. If you have mobility issues this isn't for you, or maybe pick a spot and don't move around . 🐬⛵️@temptationsailing ⚓️📍Marina Pier, Glenelg 📆 October 2024 💵 Swim experience $149 // Dolphin watch $88

We had the most amazing trip with Temptation Sailing swimming with dolphins in their natural environment off the coast of Glenelg. We saw loads of dolphins both in the sea and then off the catamaran when we finished swimming. The staff were really friendly, informative & professional. We purchased the photo & video pack for Aus$25 which is brilliant, great value for money & a definite must. We highly recommend this trip. Thank you Temptation Sailing.

Awesome playground with a nice view of marina. Perfect for a picnic. It has shaded area. It has a bit of natural area. Smart toilets around.

Nice modern park with a little bit to keep the kids busy.

Great playground with lots of different things for all ages. One of the best views and peaceful when not busy

Very contemporary and new playground with a great range of equipment for a range of ages and exercise equipment adjacent. Nearby Tram Kiosk has good coffee and food options

Fantastic new adventure playground at Wrigley Reserve for kids and adults !

The reserve and new exercise area / play ground are first class awesome.

Get a Wiggle on. You will love ❤️ it

Simple small playground, has picnic table and no shade

Took my nephew to an event here called Kidferno. Was an amazing show. There was circus, lots of fire performers and even a couple of hilarious dinosaurs 🦖 5⭐ show in a beautiful park right next to the beach. And just minutes away from the main Street of Glenelg.

Colley Reserve is like a rectangular plate, high on all sides and low in the middle. There is a sloping lawn around, where children can slide grass. It’s a very beautiful lawn. Many tall trees surround it. Right next to Glenenlg Beach.

I remember the grubby side show alley in the 70's that was there and back in the 30s there was a rollercoaster! I love this park but I don't like the hi rise apartments..they cut out all that summer evening sun that used to light up Anzac Highway.

Great morning out at the Glenelg Christmas pageant.

Looking fantastic down Glenelg , good for tourists

Beautiful green reserve. There are paid parking around but yet hard to find one.

Very clean and exciting playground. Fantastic location by the water with restaurants and cafes with-in walking distance. Perfect spot to start exploring with the family if you're new to Adelaide.

This park is always immaculate! The lawns are perfectly manicured! It is a beautiful beachside promenade! I regularly spot dolphins & seals whilst walking here! We were also lucky enough to see a Southern right whale & calf here in July 22!

From the Broadway Kiosk to the Glenelg Jetty this is one of the best sections of the Coast Park Trail. The park is long and narrow, lined with pines and edged on both sides by dual pathways. The views are awesome, park benches to watch from and multiple opportunities to step onto the sand. This is Kits favorite place he actually squeals when we get here

This is one of the best places in SA for Sunset. The park is right by the most popular beach of Adelaide, Glenelg beach. It is really nice even just for a walk in any evening with a clear sky. During Christmas and New Year, there could be musical concerts and fireworks 💥 which are amazing!!! At times they have fairs and different kind of shows as well.

Great chill out spot, a bit of shade too 👌🏻

Lovely place to go with the kids. Good long jetty, beautiful white sand, many different playground options, soft grass on long stretches for kids to play. Amazing sunset and lot of ice cream and fish & chips shops.

Great family area at the end of Jetty Road shopping precinct on the iconic Glenelg Beach

So many lovely memories visiting Glenelg with the family ❤️💙💚💛🧡🤍💜

Great little park with slides/bridge up high for the kids making it a popular place and novelty for those passing by. Little slide as well for the younger children. Kept clean and nearby grassland makes it a good place for a park stop with young kids.

Wigley Reserve was the Start/ Finish line for a Fun Run I participated in. Great large open space parklands with flat walking paths surrounding the reserve.

Large, open, Lawn covered area to sit, relax and play. I throw Boomerangs here. Many Public Events are held here, when Food is available to be purchased here. Excellent Exercise Equipment is available at any time of your choosing. It has good walkways and amenities.

A very peaceful and serene place to visit. This reserve is Very green, clean, full of life. The views are amazing. The playground, toilets all well maintained. There's plenty of space for picnic or family activities. Often vintage car shows can be seen here. Loved our visit on a weekend. A just visit place if you're around Glenelg.

A beautiful public beach. It has automated public toilets, water fountain, swings for kids, couple of restaurants, vibrant environment and lighting in the evening times. Parking is nearby, otherwise tram is a great option to travel from CBD.

A fantastic medium sized playground with a range of equipment- slide, swing, climbing frame, trampoline and a large grass area to run on. Plus there are the boats across the path which makes it a nice relaxing space. Just keep in mind that this park can get busy in summer.

Beautiful reserve. Awesome green large green area. It has multiple smart toilets, shaded area, water dispenser. You will get a nice view of Glenelg marina. It hosts beautiful playground. Kids love this. There are some free and some paid parking around.

Fenced in playground, good options for kids to play on including flying fox. Huge grass area with bathrooms as well.. Only downside is lack of shaded areas.

Wow, Halloween here is awesome! Entertainment, sausage sizzle, icecream van, and families enjoying the event on picnic rugs. Surrounding neighbours really get into the Halloween spirit with decorations and candy.

Perfect for my kids aged 4, 6 and 8. Good variety of play areas for different ages. Great little toilet right beside. And a flying fox! The wide open spaces are great for running around. Felt more like a mini stadium than a playground. Wear shoes, cos a wood chip went right through my soft slippers and stabbed my foot. Could use a few benches within the play area parents to sit.

Great little playground. Kids loved the zipline and digger in the sandpit.

Not sure what the dog regulations are at the park, I love dogs and have 2 myself but when you're trying to have a picnic with young kids involved and someone comes to the park with 4 dogs off lease that are interested in your food, it sort takes the fun out of the day. Needs clear signage about keeping dogs on leads during certain hours.

Wonderful landscape and suitable for all ages. I have enjoyed my time there.

Great gated playground with a variety of things for different age groups. Toilets in the reserve. A big grassed area. Great for the area. Hint- have the child sit on the flying fox to move it. Others it won't move.

Fenced in areas are secure for the youngsters. Open areas for the exercise areas and lawn to kick a ball or roller blade. Seating scattered around, leafy shady areas with under cover picnic benches. Builds in chess table and table tennis area, just bring your own pawns and rackets. Public toilets close by the play equipment. Street parking can difficult in peak times.

Large reserve with many options in the space. Public toilets available. Public bbqs, only one was working last time we used them. Fenced off playground with water play, slides, swings and sandpit. Large race track circling the whole reserve. 2 undercover seating areas located at opposite ends of the reserve.

Nice quiet park, plenty of trees, perfect for a picnic or playground with the family.

Great playground! Dirt bike track great for small kids, great enclosed playground and small basketball half court 👍

This playground has great playground equipment and is mostly shaded by shade structures made to resemble butterflies, very well done. The toilets are the self cleaning type and are well positioned. The playground is well fenced to ensure the little ones stay where we want them.

My son loved this park, perfect for his age 1.5 yrs, while still things for the older kids too, easy to spend a couple hours here

Excellent! Great for bbq, kids play ground, has shade and toilets

A beautiful, fully enclosed park with plenty to do for all ages. The kids loved the play equipment as well as the nature areas. There is a grass area for kicking the footy or playing chasey. You can even bring your bike and ride around the bike track. There is plenty of seating area, including 2 rotundas with seats and benches. There's no toilet though. Other than that, a fantastic day to spend an hour or 2.

Our kids learnt to ride their bikes here on the paved path around the medium sized grass area. Now has a mini pump track (unofficial) which is great for smaller kids in the local area. It's off to the side so doesn't get in the way of other park users. Only negative is there are no public toilets nearby.

Really like this park . It has everything u need and its always clean and green

Fantastic little space to take the family. Two large ~10 seater shelters, electric barbecue, lights all night, plenty of play equipment and a child safety fence. Onsite parking? About 5 spaces! + It's luscious green and full of natives.

Great small park completely fenced off to contain the little ones. Good playground with 2 slides and a trampoline, and a bike track with various obstacles around the perimeter. Also has a BBQ and 2x shelters.

Barbecues,covered areas with tables and seating, a good variety of play equipment and a large grassed area. The only downside is that the lack of toilets mean families can't spend a lot of time here which is disappointing considering how good all the other features are.

Doesn't really have a under 3 area (the train on the pictures isn't there anymore. Also the big slide don't slide well. Apart from that it's a fenced off area pretty nice!

Update- new upgrades happening will make it better but will dogs still be allowed or like other parks after upgrade dogs must be on lead? Suburban block sized Park all grass, open on all sides, quiet streets. tennis courts, picnic tables, Bbq, benches, playground and toilet. Plus lots of big established gums providing shade makes this a wonderful local park to walk around with your dog or play ball. Poo bags and water bowl.

Sweet little local park with tennis court, children's playground, swings, basketball/netball rings, picnic tables, lots of mature trees for shade and even a modern public toilet. The homes around this park have a lovely outlook.

Lovely grassy, shaded park with a playground (for little ones), brand new tennis court, basketball, netball, picnic tables and excel loo. Great for a family picnic.

Nice park to spend the day at. Tennis courts are available.

Lovely litle reserve featuring a small playgound for the little ones. The playground has a couple of slides, swings and thing to climb on. Lots of shade in summer from the huge gum trees that are all around the park. Also features a netball court that is used by one of the local teams.

For a park in the suburbs it's large, toilet, tennis courts and play equipment It's quiet with barby. Has seats and bins. People take dogs for a walk. Big gums, lots trees

Hamilton Park Reserve is a great spot with big leafy gym trees providing shade over its playground, benches, basketball court and BBQ area. There is heaps of area for a kick of the footy, but no public toilets.