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Enjoy the best of city and beach life in the suburb of Glenelg (just a fifteen-minute drive from Adelaide).
Whether you're attending an event at a fancy restaurant along Jetty Road or exploring the Glenelg beach and local food scene for a few days, Glenelg car hire is the perfect way to get around this vibrant coastal town.
Getting your car hire Glenelg on Turo is easy. Choose from a range of vehicles and booking lengths, select add-ons like GPS systems (or even picnic baskets!), then book your vehicle and collect your car. You can even request drop off/pick up at your location for the ultimate convenience.
Enter a date and location (whether it is Glenelg or beyond) and browse thousands of cars shared by local hosts.
Book on the Turo app or online, choose a protection plan, and say hi to your host! Cancel for free up to 24 hours before your trip, and get discounts if you book early or for a longer duration!
Have the car delivered or pick it up from your host. Check in with the app, grab the keys, and hit the roads of Adelaide!
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From swimming with dolphins while you're on a sailing adventure and enjoying a cold beer on the beach, to pampering yourself with gourmet meals and artisanal coffee, Glenelg is the perfect setting for waterside enjoyment and relaxation.
Book the perfect carSoak up the Australian sun, swim, or simply take in the energetic vibe of the town at Glenelg Beach. You can also walk along the Glenelg Pier, have a cold one at Australia's only beach club (Moseley Beach Club), or watch some wild dolphins when you head out on Temptation Sailing's catamarans.
Situated in the immaculately preserved Glenelg Town Hall, the Bay Discovery Centre is the place for exploring South Australia's captivating social and cultural history. Learn all about the Kaurna People of the Adelaide Plains, how Glenelg's beach culture has evolved through the years, and more through interactive exhibits and a variety of artefacts.
From gourmet restaurants to chic boutiques, you'll find endless spots for entertainment, relaxation, and retail therapy along Jetty Road. The area also frequently hosts special pop-up events and markets. So hop over to their website to discover what's on while you're visiting.
Find deals on all kinds of drives in Glenelg and throughout Australia - from the everyday to the extraordinary - complete with a better, more convenient experience versus Adelaide car rental companies. Find the perfect vehicle for your budget.
Cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before your Glenelg trip starts. Because life happens and it helps to be flexible when it does.
Get your car delivered right to you or wherever you’re going. Many hosts offer delivery to custom locations or popular points of interest near Glenelg, like airports, train stations, and hotels.
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Driving is a great way to get around Glenelg and the rest of Adelaide. Here are some key tips for a safe and pleasant journey as you move around by car.
Driving side: Like the rest of Australia, you'll be driving on the left-hand side of the road in Glenelg and Adelaide.
BAC limit: SA follows a strict blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit of 0.05% for fully licensed drivers.
Child car seats: Children under the age of seven must be secured in a properly fastened and adjusted child restraint or booster seat.
Speed limit: You must follow the speed limit as indicated on the speed limit signs along the side of the road. In areas without signs, the default speed limit is 50 km/h in built-up zones and 100 km/h in rural zones.
Road conditions: Roads in Glenelg and the Adelaide metropolitan area are usually sealed and in good condition. However, if you venture out to more rural parts of SA, expect gravel or dirt roads if you're off the main roads. This is especially common along the smaller roads leading to natural attractions.
With a popular city beach along its shores and a vibrant entertainment scene, Glenelg is a popular suburb to visit. So expect bustling crowds in the area, especially if you happen to be around during the weekend or holiday season.
The busiest roads include Jetty Road, Moseley Street, Anzac Highway, and Brighton Road. These roads also get busy during the morning and evening rush hour.
There are no toll roads in Glenelg or the rest of South Australia.
There's street parking along many of the roads around Glenelg that offer 1hr, 2hr and even 3hr parking.
You can also find 2-hour free parking at Event Cinemas and Partridge Street car parks. If you need secure parking garages, try the Bayside Village Shopping Centre or the Wilson Parking on Hope Street.
There are ten petrol stations within the suburb of Glenelg, so you won't have to worry about finding one near you. There are also eight EV chargers around the area which you can find on Plugshare.
It's best to hire a car in Glenelg as you'll be able to plan your own journey or event without worrying about catching public transport or expensive rideshare costs. Choose from a range of car rentals in Glenelg when you book on Turo.
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To book a car on Turo in Glenelg, you must create a Turo account, be 21 years old or older, have a valid driver’s licence, and get approved to drive on Turo. When you’re booking your first trip, you’ll go through a quick approval process by entering your driver’s licence and some other information. In most cases, you’ll get approved immediately, and you’ll be set for every future road trip, business trip, and family holiday!
Forget about making the long journey to your regular car rental agency. Turo hosts set their own pick-up and drop-off locations, so you can easily find multiple convenient places to collect your car around Glenelg. These include:
- Adelaide, South Australia, AUS
- Adelaide Airport
- Fulham Gardens
- Plympton
- Oaklands Park
and more
If you're looking for the most convenient option, you can even request the car to be delivered to your location on your pick-up date and custom drop-off time.
From a Glenelg economy Chevrolet Spark to a luxury Mercedes S-Class, you'll find all kinds of vehicles on Turo to suit any occasion.
Small cars: Zip around town and get in and out of parking lots easily with small cars like the Ford Focus, Toyota Corolla, and Chevrolet Spark or similar.
Electric cars: Enjoy an environmentally-friendly journey by hiring electric cars like the Tesla Model 3.
SUV rental: Show up in a sporty and spacious SUV hire like the Jeep Compass.
7-seaters and people movers: Transport all your passengers and baggage comfortably in people movers like the Kia Carnival.
Van rental: Move goods or people with the perfect van hire on Turo.
Ute rental: Whether you need to move large items or simply love the look of a sports vehicle, you'll find a wide range of utes for hire on Turo.
Luxury cars: Elevate your look by showing up in a luxury vehicle like the Ferrari 360 or Jaguar XF to make an impression during your big event.
Vintage cars: The classic and timeless look of a vintage car will be perfect for your special event.
4WD: Don't worry about uneven terrain when you hire a 4WD like the Toyota Landcruiser.
Book the perfect ride for any occasion when you rent from Turo hosts.
Holiday car hire: Whether you need a small vehicle or a large people mover, you'll find all kinds of holiday vehicles ready for drop off (add on special touches like picnic baskets or surfboards).
Long-term car hire: Turo hosts can accommodate long-term car hire lengths from a few weeks to months.
Formal car hire: From supercars to prestige sedans, you'll find a wide range of luxury cars that will make your formal even even more memorable.
Wedding car hire: Make your big day extra special with a vintage or luxury car hire. You can even request for a different drop-off location if you need the vehicle at your venue on the day.
Once you've enjoyed the music festivals, vibrant food scene, and breathtaking beaches of Adelaide, it's time to venture out to explore more of the varied landscapes and experiences that South Australia has to offer.
Wine tasting at Barossa Valley
A trip to Adelaide won't be complete without a visit to some of its premier wine regions like Barossa Valley, Clare Valley, and Adelaide Hills. Whether you're a wine aficionado looking for a full-bodied shiraz or just love exploring new tastes, South Australia has a variety wine tasting experiences that'll promise a clinking good time.
Kangaroo Island
Only 45 minutes by ferry from Cape Jervis, Kangaroo is a haven for native Australian animals and a paradise for adventure seekers. Witness kangaroos, koalas, and sea lions going about their day without the disruption of enclosures, go quad biking on the dunes, or enjoy gourmet meals made with local produce.
Fleurieu Peninsula
Your only problem at Fleurieu Peninsula will be trying to squeeze in the myriad of possible activities available there in a day. Enjoy breathtaking coastal views at Victor Harbour, get close to little penguins on the Granite Island Nature Park, or enjoy a ride on The Cockle Train which runs on the oldest steel-railed railway in Australia.
No, you don’t need personal insurance coverage to book a car on Turo.
When booking a car in Australia, you’ll also choose between the Premier (if available), Standard, and Minimum protection plans. Each plan includes varying limits on financial responsibility for damage to a host’s vehicle. All trips include up to $20,000,000 (per event) in legal liability protection. Legal liability protection protects against damage to other people’s property and death or bodily injury (where the legal liability is not covered or capable of being covered by any statutory or compulsory scheme) as a result of an accident involving the vehicle. All protection is provided by Turo Travels Mutual.*
On your Account page, make sure you’ve checked the box to receive email notifications, and enable push notifications from the Turo app in your phone settings — we’ll send you occasional promotions, discounts, and deals on car hire in Glenelg!
Additionally, frequent travellers on Turo can get rewarded with the loyalty bonus — earn a promo code for one bonus day when you take trips totalling 10 days in a 90-day period!**
Yes, many Turo hosts in Glenelg offer discounted prices when you book trips lasting 3+, 7+, or 30+ days. Additionally, hosts can offer “early bird” discounts for Glenelg trips booked a week or more in advance. So, if you are looking for cheap car hire in Glenelg, get the best car hire deals and lowest rates possible by booking longer trips, at least a week in advance.
Some hosts offer car hire with unlimited KMs; others set a daily distance limit. On the vehicle pages, you’ll see the total kilometres you’re allowed to drive under the heading “Distance included.” You can find cars offering unlimited mileage with every trip by using the “Unlimited distance” filter.
Turo accepts most credit cards issued by major financial institutions, including American Express and Discover cards, as well as debit cards with a Visa or Mastercard logo that are linked to a checking account.
Apple Pay and Google Pay on mobile devices are also accepted, but Turo does not accept cash or checks as valid payment methods.
You can cancel and get a full refund up to 24 hours before your trip starts. If you book a trip with less than 24 hours’ notice, you have one hour after booking to cancel free of charge. If you cancel after the free cancellation period ends, you will be charged a small cancellation fee.
Under the enhanced cleaning policy, hosts are required to clean and disinfect their vehicles thoroughly before every trip, so you can feel safe and comfortable behind the wheel. Turo hosts have access to training materials on enhanced safety measures and cleaning practices to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 or other viruses.
No. Unlike rental car companies, Turo is a peer-to-peer car sharing marketplace where you can book directly from trusted local car owners in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia. Turo does not own any vehicles — Turo hosts share their own personal cars and set their own prices, discounts, vehicle availability, and delivery options.
There is no fee or additional charge for adding a driver to your trip on Turo. Only the guest who booked the trip can request to add drivers; Turo hosts cannot do it for you. We encourage you to request to add any additional drivers before your trip starts, though guests in Australia can request to add a driver while a trip is in progress.
To speed up the process, have your additional driver create a Turo account and get approved to drive before you request to add them. All drivers must have a valid driver’s licence and meet the age requirements for the car you’ve booked. You can request to add drivers via the “Trips” tab in the Turo app without additional driver charges or extra costs.
The cost of hiring a car in Glenelg and nearby areas depends on several factors. This includes car type, booking length, extras, and any delivery options selected. For cheap car rental in Glenelg, look out for discounts on longer-duration bookings and early bookings.
Yes, many Turo hosts offer long-term car rental in Glenelg ranging from a few weeks to even months.
No, you can't hire a car on your Ps in Glenelg. To hire a car on Turo, you must have a valid full licence - no provisional or conditional licences are accepted.
The minimum age to rent a car in Glenelg on Turo is 21 years of age, with all drivers under 25 years old being subjected to an extra cost of $15/day (a.k.a the Young Driver Surcharge). Plus, if you're looking to hire certain vehicle classes, you must be 25 or older to book a Deluxe Class vehicle, and 30 or older to book a Super Deluxe Class vehicle.
* The guest protection plans offer discretionary protection (protection) issued by Turo Travels Mutual Limited (the Mutual). The plans are offered and distributed on behalf of the Mutual by Turo Australia Pty Ltd and Turo Inc., who are both authorised representatives of Picnic Licensing Pty Ltd (AFSL No 532540). Discretionary risk protection is not insurance. Relevantly, the Board of the Mutual has absolute discretion to accept or reject a member’s claim.
Review the Guest Product Disclosure Statement for more information.
The Board’s discretion will be exercised fairly and consistently, and with all due consideration to the merits and circumstances of each claim and the terms and conditions set out in the Guest PDS.