Geelong Central Travel Guide

Geelong

The big wheel on the waterfront.
The big wheel on the waterfront.
Geelong now has a 'Central Geelong Christmas Trail' which features lots of interesting things for families to do. You can view artwork, meet santa or pose inside a giant snowglobe. The highlights are definitely the christmas gree, although the Christmas projections are becoming popular. #localgem
Popular beach pool during summer on Eastern Beach.
Looking over the bay from Eastern Beach Boulevard on a stormy day.

Popular places to visit

Ferry

Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Geelong with a trip to Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
Puddles reflecting the mountains and sky #hiking #wanderlust

You Yangs Regional Park

You can take time to visit You Yangs Regional Park during your travels to Geelong. Amble around the area's parks or visit its casinos.

You Yangs Regional Park
Geelong Carousel and Eastern Beach panorama, Geelong, Victoria Australia, early morning.; Shutterstock ID 1346846348; Purchase Order: SP-2381; Order Number: SP-2381 STAYZ/VRBO/BOOKABACH Nov 2019 - Ima

The Carousel

Enjoy an outing to The Carousel during your stay in Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

The Carousel
Walkway around the swimming enclosure

Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Waterfront Precinct. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.

Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure

Geelong Performing Arts Center

You can enjoy a show at Geelong Performing Arts Center during your stay in Geelong. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Geelong Performing Arts Center

Westfield Geelong

During your visit to Geelong, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Westfield Geelong. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Westfield Geelong

Things to do

Geelong Waterfront

Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise

Rp2.125.571
per adult
Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise
Bay cruise across Port Phillip Bay

Around the Bay Food and Wine Taste Trail

Rp2.462.963
per adult
Around the Bay Food and Wine Taste Trail
Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula

Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula

Rp4.611.026
per adult
Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula
One of the 'must' drive coastal roads of the world

3-Day Melbourne to Adelaide Tour Including the Great Ocean Road

Rp26.576.904
per adult
3-Day Melbourne to Adelaide Tour Including the Great Ocean Road
skydive Great Ocean Road

From Melbourne: Tandem Skydive over Great Ocean Road

Rp4.487.316
per adult
From Melbourne: Tandem Skydive over Great Ocean Road
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3-Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour from Melbourne

Rp30.365.296
per adult
3-Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour from Melbourne
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Top hotels in Geelong Central

Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong

4 out of 5
Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St Geelong VIC
The price is Rp1.900.522 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
Rp1.900.522
Rp2.090.574 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
Staff were fantastic

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Rydges Geelong
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

4 out of 5
40 Ryrie Street Geelong VIC
The price is Rp1.612.564 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
Rp1.612.564
Rp1.773.820 total
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (372 reviews)
Comfortable stay in a spacious room and bathroom. Location was close to restaurants and customer service was friendly. Overall a great hotel experience.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Oaks R Suites Geelong

Oaks R Suites Geelong

4 out of 5
10 Bellerine Street Geelong VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.309.642 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
Rp2.309.642
Rp2.540.618 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (782 reviews)
Great apartment

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Oaks R Suites Geelong
Quest Geelong Central

Quest Geelong Central

4 out of 5
71-77 Gheringhap St Geelong VIC
Fully refundable
The price is Rp2.005.040 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
Rp2.005.040
Rp2.205.544 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (262 reviews)
Fine location, great staff, near a food store open many hours. Roof with view and exercise room.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Quest Geelong Central
Admiralty Inn

Admiralty Inn

3 out of 5
66 Mckillop Street Geelong VIC
The price is Rp1.546.442 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
Rp1.546.442
Rp1.701.086 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Clean and comfortable.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Admiralty Inn
Eastern Sands City Centre

Eastern Sands City Centre

3.5 out of 5
1 Bellerine Street Geelong VIC
The price is Rp1.295.810 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
Rp1.295.810
Rp1.425.391 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Geelong. Enjoy free parking, room service and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (994 reviews)
Friendly staff nice bed/room

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Eastern Sands City Centre
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Other neighbourhoods around Geelong Central

When the tide is low, you can see the remains of the lime kilns. You can see them on the Stingaree Bay side of Eastern Park. They are reinforced with steel. #localgem

East Geelong

You'll enjoy the beaches and gardens in East Geelong. You might want to make time for a stop at Geelong Botanical Gardens or Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure.

East Geelong
The historic building of Queenscliff South Pier against the blue ocean on a sunny day. Victoria, Australia. The pier is a prominent tourist attraction and recreational fishing area in the coastal town

South Geelong

While visiting South Geelong, you might make a stop by sights like GMHBA Stadium and Kardinia Park.

South Geelong
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Geelong West

While there might not be top attractions in Geelong West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Carousel and Geelong Performing Arts Center.

Geelong West
Balyang Sanctuary in Geelong is a great place for families to visit. The area was converted to a haven for various waterbirds including ducks, pelicans and cormorants. It is very close to the Barwon River Trail and has many tables for picnics. Birdwatchers can find many interesting animals here if they explore it in depth. #localgem

Newtown

Unique features of Newtown include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by The Heights Heritage House and Garden or Balyang Sanctuary while you're exploring the area.

Newtown
Belmont Common is one of my favourite birdwatching areas in Geelong. There is a bird hide at Jerringot Wildlife Research. You get a lot of waterbirds in the area and also the occasional bird of prey. It's well known for crakes, rails and lathams snipe. #localgem

Belmont

Get to know Belmont by checking out its shopping, spas and river views. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Kardinia Park or GMHBA Stadium during your time in the area.

Belmont
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Newcomb

Travellers like the shopping in Newcomb, and Bellarine Rail Trail is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Newcomb

Geelong Central Travel Guide