The Semaphore Carousel was built in 1928 and made Semaphore it’s home around 10 years later. The carousel is managed by the Rotary Club of Henley Beach to raise money for charity. Apparently the largest operating carousel in Australia with 40 beautiful handcrafted wooden horses.
The Carousel is open every weekend, Public & School Holidays – 11am to 5pm (weather permitting). Summer school holidays open till 10pm
Rides are $5
There’s loads of other attractions and things to see and do in Semaphore, especially in summer or on a sunny winters days so why not make a day of it and visit Semaphore Foreshore Playground or the Semaphore Waterslides too!
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The Semaphore playground is right in the middle of the Semaphore Foreshore Reserve and bordered by The Fort Glanville Train Rides, The Semaphore Carousel, bustling Semaphore Road and of course the beach and jetty. Don't forget the great kiosk which is always open right at the gate, plus the train rides depart all from the one central location. The playground is undercover and fully fenced with lots of climbing equipment, a flying fox, slides and tunnels. It truly is one of the nicest playground locations in Adelaide, right in the heart of the Semaphore entertainment precinct. What we liked about this playground The location which is sensational on a sunny day in summer or winter. There's lots of other things to see and do in this area so makes a great park to visit for the whole day.It's shady and fully fencedReally cleanKiosk right there for coffee, food, icecreams and moreSkate parkBBQ facilitiesFantastic beach path perfect for a stroll, bike ride, scootering. A great spot to learn how to ride a bike as you don't need to worry about cars.Public toilets close byLots of parking availableNice big grassy area next door, great place for a birthday party. Semaphore Foreshore PlaygroundWhere: The…
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The Semaphore to Fort Glanville train departs from the foot of the jetty at the end of the popular Semaphore Road cafe strip, and parallels the Esplanade and the sand dunes of one of Adelaide's most popular swimming beaches, before passing through the dunes near historic Fort Glanville at Point Malcolm The railway operates: Every Sunday & Public Holiday from October to April (inclusive)Daily during school holidays in September and April, except Tuesdays and ThursdaysDaily from 26th December to the end of January school holidays Steam trains will depart between 11am and 4pm, roughly every hour or at frequencies varied according to demand. Each trip takes about 35 minutes return to Fort Glanville.The train is not permitted to run if the Adelaide forecast temperature is 35 degrees or higher. Fares are:Adults – $8Child (3 – 15 yrs) – $5Family Pass (up to 4 people – one must be a child): $20 More information: www.nrm.org.au/semaphore-train
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Semaphore playground is located along one of South Australia's most magnificent beaches; Semaphore Foreshore. The playground is fenced, has toilets, sun shade, BBQ area and ample car parking. The equipment is suitable for toddlers and there's also a wheelchair swing and ramp available. There are cafes nearby in Semaphore or you can head 5 minutes drive down the road to Largs Bay for more options. The Soldier's memorial is worth a look and the kids won't be able to go past the very cool mini train station (which actually goes quite far!). There's also the long Semaphore jetty, which is beautiful to wander down and great for inquisitive kids keen to see what the local fishermen have caught. The playground is really well presented, with great paths and grassed area to relax on. During the school holidays there are rides, stalls and games for kids to enjoy and the whole atmosphere of Sempahore is like a little fairground. There's also the waterslide, putt-putt golf and ferris wheel, with ANOTHER playground on the other side of this, a large grassed area, and a big undercover eating spot. Lots of room for everyone! Semaphore Waterslides and ferris wheel are not always running…
