Waterfront Precinct Travel Guide
Geelong
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Popular places to visit
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.
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 relaxing area, find time to visit its shops.
Steampacket Gardens
Learn about the local history of Geelong with a stop at Steampacket Gardens. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
Deakin University
Explore the campus of Deakin University during your travels in Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
Geelong Botanical Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Geelong Botanical Gardens, a lovely green space in Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
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.
Things to do
Learn to Surf at Ocean Grove on the Bellarine Peninsula
Bellarine Peninsula Public Winery Tour - Lunch Included
The Q Train - First Class Private Dining For 2
Around the Bay Food and Wine Taste Trail
3-Day Melbourne to Adelaide Tour Including the Great Ocean Road
Texas BBQ Lunch at Bellarine Estate for 2 pax with Glass of Wine
Top hotels in Waterfront Precinct
Eden Oak Geelong
Not used
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Oaks R Suites Geelong
Room was stunning, balcony was huge. All appliances were brand new. It was an amazing room and the location was incredible as well, short walk to restaurants, pubs,cafes and shopping.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
A great hotel! We stopped for the night and we were so impressed with the hotel, I wanted to stay longer but unfortunately we had a flight to catch. The rooms have recently been renovated and were just perfect, the location was an easy access to the domestic terminal. I have already recommended it ...
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Eastern Sands City Centre
This property was not what was expected. The photos and description provided are far from the actual state of the room and are obviously very old. There is only one restaurant, not 3 as described. The misinformation even went as far as another booking site describing this place as a hotel, a 5 star ...
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Quest Geelong
This is a very relaxing location, great motel and staff. Did have issues with noise from the room beside mine though
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
Gr8 location …Gr8 staff …Beautiful studio Highly recommended
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waterfront Precinct
Newcomb
Travellers like the shopping in Newcomb, and Mill Markets is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Moolap
While Moolap isn't home to many top sights, Geelong Showground and Geelong Botanical Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.
Geelong Central
If you're spending some time in Geelong Central, Westfield Geelong and Geelong Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.
South Geelong
While visiting South Geelong, you might make a stop by sights like GMHBA Stadium and Kardinia Park.
Geelong West
While there might not be top attractions in Geelong West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Geelong Golf Course and The Carousel.
