Glenelg Dunnies — Jetty Road, Beach & Tram Terminus Toilet Map
Where South Australia was born. 10 dunnies, a tram that drops you at the beach, and a $40 million streetscape upgrade that includes a proper Changing Places facility.
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10 facilities available in Glenelg
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Moseley Square & Tram Terminus
Step off the tram, walk 30 metres, and you're at both the beach and the toilet. This is the hub of Glenelg.
Arriving by tram
Moseley Square Toilet Block
The tram literally stops at the front door.
Adelaide Metro tram from the CBD takes 30 minutes. The toilet block is immediately to your left as you face the beach from the tram stop.
Heading to the beach
Moseley Square Toilet Block
30 metres from the sand.
Use before or after swimming. Outdoor showers for rinsing off are on the foreshore path nearby.
Shopping on Jetty Road
Jetty Road Changing Places
Mid-strip on Jetty Road near Augusta Street.
Part of the $40M streetscape upgrade. Ceiling hoist, height-adjustable change table, and enough room for two carers. MLAK key or buzzer access.
Beach & Foreshore Toilets
Glenelg's foreshore stretches 2km from the marina in the north to Somerton Park in the south. Toilet blocks are spaced roughly every 300-400 metres along the path.
North Foreshore
North of Moseley Square toward the marina. Wheelchair accessible with baby change. Popular with morning walkers and joggers.
6am-11:30pmSouth Foreshore
South of the jetty, near the volleyball courts. Wheelchair accessible. Closest to The Beachouse amusement park.
6am-11:30pmColley Reserve
On Colley Terrace overlooking the foreshore. Wheelchair accessible. Near the Norfolk pines and BBQ area.
6am-11:30pmNear The Beachouse
Adjacent to The Beachouse amusement complex. Handy for families spending the day between rides and the beach.
6am-11:30pmAll 10 Public Toilet Locations in Glenelg
1. Moseley Square Toilet Block
Moseley Square, at tram terminus, Glenelg SA 5045
The main toilet block right at the tram terminus. 30 metres from the beach. High traffic in summer but well-maintained by City of Holdfast Bay. Multiple cubicles.
Nearest to: Tram stop, Glenelg Beach, Jetty Road entrance, Stamford Grand Hotel
Parking: Metered foreshore parking
2. Jetty Road Changing Places
Jetty Road, near Augusta Street, Glenelg SA 5045
Brand new facility as part of the $40 million Jetty Road streetscape upgrade. Purpose-built for people with high-support needs. MLAK key or buzzer for access. Spacious interior with privacy screen.
Nearest to: Jetty Road shops, cafes, Coles, Target
Parking: 2hr free at Partridge Street
3. North Foreshore Toilet
Foreshore path, north of Moseley Square, Glenelg SA 5045
On the coastal path heading toward the marina. Well-maintained block with separate male/female and accessible cubicle. Views over the beach.
Nearest to: Marina, dolphin cruise departure, Holdfast Shores
Parking: Marina car park (metered)
4. South Foreshore Toilet
Foreshore, south of the jetty, Glenelg SA 5045
Near the volleyball courts and south beach area. Good alternative when Moseley Square is packed in summer.
Nearest to: Volleyball courts, south beach, cycling path
Parking: Foreshore metered
5. Holdfast Shores Marina Toilet
Near boat ramp, Holdfast Shores, Glenelg SA 5045
Near the boat ramp and Temptation Sailing dolphin cruise departure point. Serves the marina precinct including restaurants.
Nearest to: Temptation Sailing, boat ramp, marina restaurants, Buffalo replica
Parking: Marina car park
6. Wigley Reserve Toilet
Wigley Reserve, South Glenelg, Glenelg SA 5045
At the $1 million Wigley Reserve playground. Excellent family facility with baby change. The playground has equipment for all ages and abilities.
Nearest to: Wigley Reserve playground, south beach, cycling path
Parking: Free off-street at reserve
7. Colley Reserve Toilet
Colley Terrace foreshore, Glenelg SA 5045
Overlooking the foreshore from Colley Terrace. Near BBQ facilities and the Norfolk pine grove. Quieter than the main Moseley Square block.
Nearest to: BBQ area, Norfolk pines, foreshore path
Parking: Colley Terrace (metered)
8. Patawalonga Toilet
Near Patawalonga boat lock, Glenelg SA 5045
Near the Patawalonga boat lock and outlet. Older facility, less well-maintained than the foreshore blocks. Serves the river walking path.
Nearest to: Patawalonga River, boat lock, West Beach Road
Parking: Free street parking
9. Near The Beachouse
Foreshore, adjacent to The Beachouse, Glenelg SA 5045
Public block adjacent to The Beachouse amusement complex. Handy for families doing a ride/swim combo. The Beachouse also has internal toilets for paying customers.
Nearest to: The Beachouse, waterslides, mini golf, beach
Parking: Foreshore metered
10. Jetty Road West Toilet
Jetty Road, near Partridge Street, Glenelg SA 5045
Western end of Jetty Road near the Event Cinemas car park. Convenient for shoppers and diners in the western stretch.
Nearest to: Event Cinemas, western Jetty Road shops, Partridge Street parking
Parking: 2hr free at Event Cinemas
Jetty Road Shopping & Dining
Glenelg's Jetty Road is one of Adelaide's premier shopping strips. Most cafes and restaurants have customer toilets — but here are the public options along the strip.
| Venue/Location | Type | Toilet Access | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jetty Road Changing Places | Public | Public | MLAK key or buzzer |
| Jetty Road West Toilet | Public | Public | Near Partridge St |
| Coles Glenelg | Supermarket | Customer | Inside shopping centre |
| Target Glenelg | Department store | Customer | Inside Bayside Village |
| McDonald's Glenelg | Fast food | Customer | Usually accessible |
| Event Cinemas | Cinema | Customer | Near 2hr free parking |
Buying a coffee or snack is the polite way to use a venue's toilet. Glenelg has no shortage of great cafes.
Dolphin Cruises & Marina
Temptation Sailing — Dolphin Cruises from Glenelg Marina
Temptation Sailing operates dolphin swim and cruise experiences departing from Holdfast Shores marina. The vessel has onboard toilet facilities.
Use the Holdfast Shores Marina toilet before boarding. The marina toilet block is wheelchair accessible and less than 100 metres from the departure pontoon.
The Beachouse Amusement Park
The Beachouse is Glenelg's waterslide and amusement complex right on the foreshore. It has internal customer toilets, and there's also a public toilet block immediately adjacent.
Inside The Beachouse
- Customer toilets with entry
- Change rooms available
- Suitable for kids in swimmers
Public Block (Adjacent)
- Free, no entry ticket needed
- Wheelchair accessible
- Open 6am-11:30pm
Wigley Reserve Playground
The $1 million Wigley Reserve playground in South Glenelg has equipment for all ages and abilities, plus a dedicated toilet block with baby change facilities.
Parking in Glenelg
| Location | Type | Cost | Nearest Toilet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Event Cinemas Car Park | Off-street | 2hr free | Jetty Road West (50m) |
| Elizabeth Street | On-street | 2hr free | Moseley Square (200m) |
| Partridge Street | On-street | 2hr free | Jetty Road West (100m) |
| Foreshore (Colley Terrace) | On-street | Metered | Moseley Square (50m) |
| Marina Car Park | Off-street | Metered | Marina toilet (30m) |
| Wigley Reserve | Off-street | Free | Wigley Reserve toilet (on-site) |
Tip: On busy summer days, skip the foreshore parking headache entirely. The tram from Adelaide CBD takes 30 minutes and drops you right at Moseley Square — next to the beach and the toilets.
Accessibility & Changing Places
| Facility | Access Level | Features | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jetty Road Changing Places | Changing Places | Ceiling hoist, adjustable table, full space | MLAK key or buzzer. New facility. |
| Moseley Square | Full access | Wheelchair cubicle, grab rails, baby change | Flat path from tram stop |
| North Foreshore | Full access | Wheelchair cubicle, baby change | Sealed path along foreshore |
| Wigley Reserve | Full access | Wheelchair cubicle, baby change | At all-abilities playground |
| Patawalonga | Limited | Older facility, narrow entry | Not suitable for powered chairs |
Recommended Accessible Route
- Catch the tram to Moseley Square (level boarding, wheelchair accessible)
- Use the Moseley Square toilet (30m from tram, flat sealed path)
- For Changing Places, head 200m west along Jetty Road (flat footpath, new streetscape)
- Wigley Reserve in the south has the best all-abilities playground plus accessible toilet
Glenelg with Kids — Family Facilities
Baby Change Locations
- Moseley Square toilet block
- North Foreshore toilet
- Wigley Reserve toilet
- Jetty Road Changing Places (all ages)
Best Family Combos
- Beach day: Moseley Square — toilet, beach, playground, ice cream all within 100m
- Rides: The Beachouse — internal toilets + public block next door
- Playground: Wigley Reserve — fenced, all-abilities, toilet with baby change on-site
- Rainy day: Bayside Village shopping centre — indoor toilets at Coles/Target
Local Tips
Summer (Dec-Feb)
Glenelg gets packed. Moseley Square toilets queue at lunch. Head to the North Foreshore or Colley Reserve blocks — they're 200m away and usually empty.
After 11:30pm
All public toilets lock at 11:30pm and reopen at 6am. Late-night options: McDonald's on Jetty Road, or pubs/bars along the strip if you're a customer.
Tram from CBD
Adelaide Metro tram runs every 7-10 minutes in peak, 15-20 minutes off-peak. Last tram around midnight. Way easier than parking in summer.
Outdoor Showers
Cold rinse showers are on the foreshore path near Moseley Square. Free, no cubicle — for washing sand off. No hot water.
Dogs on the Beach
Dogs allowed on Glenelg Beach before 10am and after 8pm (daylight saving) or before 10am and after 5pm (non-daylight saving). Nearest dog-area toilet: North Foreshore block.
Events & Festivals
Glenelg Jazz Festival and Australia Day fireworks bring huge crowds. Portable toilets are added for major events but permanent blocks get busy. Arrive early or use Wigley Reserve in the south.
Dump Point & Shower Info
RV/Caravan Dump Points
No dedicated dump point in central Glenelg. Nearest options:
- West Beach Parks — 2km north. Accessible to non-guests for a small fee.
- Marion Holiday Park — 5km east. Non-guest access available.
Showers
Options for washing off after the beach:
- Foreshore cold rinse showers — Free, outdoor, near Moseley Square. Sand rinse only.
- The Beachouse — Hot showers for paying customers in change rooms.
- West Beach Parks — Hot showers for guests (2km north).
Things to Do in Glenelg
Adelaide's beach playground. Catch the tram from the city, hit the sand, eat your weight in fish and chips, and ride the waterslides. South Australia at its most relaxed.
Jetty Road
The main strip. Cafes, boutiques, ice cream shops, and restaurants running from Moseley Square inland. Adelaide's answer to Bondi's Hall Street but with better parking.
Moseley Square & Tram
Where the tram terminates right at the beach. Buskers, Norfolk pines, and the best sunset views in metro Adelaide. The tram ride from the city is half the fun.
Dolphin Cruises
Temptation Sailing runs catamaran cruises from Holdfast Shores marina. Wild dolphins year-round, plus seasonal whale sightings. Magic on a calm day.
The Beachouse
Waterslides, dodgem cars, mini golf, and arcade games right on the foreshore. Been keeping SA families entertained since forever. Budget a few hours.
Adelaide Sailing Club
Watch the yachts race on weekends from the marina. Glenelg has been a sailing hub since colonial days — SA was literally proclaimed here in 1836.
Glenelg Beach
Wide, sandy, calm. Protected from the Southern Ocean swell by Gulf St Vincent. Swim, SUP, kayak, or just lie there. Sunset is west-facing perfection.
Holdfast Shores Marina
Restaurants, the Buffalo replica ship, and departure point for fishing charters. The marina precinct comes alive on summer evenings.
Wigley Reserve Playground
Million-dollar playground with equipment for all ages and abilities. The adjacent toilet has baby change. Families can spend half a day here easy.
Where to Stay in Glenelg
Adelaide's premier beach suburb. Stay on the sand, on the strip, or slightly back from the action — all within walking distance of 10 mapped dunnies.
Beachfront (Stamford Grand)
The Stamford Grand dominates the beachfront at Moseley Square. Wake up to Gulf views, walk downstairs to the tram stop. Premium location, premium price. Other beachfront apartments scattered along the Esplanade offer self-contained alternatives.
Nearest dunnies: Moseley Square Toilet Block (wheelchair, baby change), North Foreshore Toilet, Colley Reserve Toilet.
Jetty Road Strip
Boutique hotels and apartments right on or behind Jetty Road. You're in the thick of the restaurants, cafes, and shops. Walk to the beach in 3 minutes, walk to the tram in 5. Best of both worlds without the beachfront premium.
Nearest dunnies: Jetty Road Changing Places (wheelchair, hoist, baby change), Jetty Road West Toilet.
Broadway / South Glenelg
Slightly quieter and more affordable. Holiday apartments and motels along Broadway or south toward Somerton Park. Still walking distance to Jetty Road and the beach. Great for families who want space without the noise.
Nearest dunnies: Near The Beachouse (wheelchair), Wigley Reserve Toilet (wheelchair, baby change), South Foreshore Toilet.
Hotels & Bed and Breakfasts in Glenelg
Glenelg is Adelaide's beach suburb — connected to the CBD by tram. Apartment hotels and beachfront options.
| Property | Type | Rooms | Ensuite Bathroom | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stamford Grand Adelaide | Hotel | 220 rooms | Yes — modern ensuites | Right on Glenelg Beach. Pool, restaurants. The landmark hotel on Jetty Road. |
| Oaks Glenelg Plaza Pier Suites | Apartment hotel | 120 apartments | Yes — full bathrooms | Self-contained apartments near the pier. Walk to Jetty Road shops. |
All listings have private bathroom facilities unless noted. Contact properties directly for accessibility requirements or specific bathroom configurations.
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About Glenelg
Glenelg is where South Australia began. On 28 December 1836, Governor Hindmarsh read the Proclamation of South Australia under an old gum tree here, making it the birthplace of the state. Today it's Adelaide's most iconic beach suburb, 11km southwest of the CBD.
With a permanent population of around 6,000, Glenelg swells enormously in summer as Adelaide's go-to beach destination. The suburb centres on Jetty Road — a bustling shopping and dining strip that runs from the Glenelg Town Hall down to Moseley Square and the beach. The Adelaide Metro tram connects Glenelg directly to the CBD in 30 minutes.
The $40 million Jetty Road streetscape upgrade (completed as part of the City of Holdfast Bay's long-term plan) has modernised the strip with wider footpaths, new street furniture, improved lighting, and importantly for accessibility, a purpose-built Changing Places facility.
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