Geelong Central Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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 vibrant 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 relaxing 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

Activities

Geelong Waterfront

Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise

AU$189
per adult
Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise
One of the 'must' drive coastal roads of the world

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

AU$2,400
per adult
3-Day Melbourne to Adelaide Tour Including the Great Ocean Road
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3-Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour from Melbourne

AU$2,700
per adult
3-Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour from Melbourne
skydive Great Ocean Road

From Melbourne: Tandem Skydive over Great Ocean Road

AU$399
per adult
From Melbourne: Tandem Skydive over Great Ocean Road
Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula

Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula

AU$410
per adult
Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula
Private Day Tour at The Great Ocean Road

Private Day Tour at The Great Ocean Road

AU$1,100
per traveller
Private Day Tour at The Great Ocean Road
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Our pick of the best Geelong Central Hotel Deals

Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong

4 out of 5
Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St Geelong VIC
The price is AU$168 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$168
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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! (1,001 reviews)
Receptionist (female) was quite rude. No face washers available. Restaurant closed on a Sunday. Will not be back

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Rydges Geelong
Admiralty Inn

Admiralty Inn

3 out of 5
66 Mckillop Street Geelong VIC
The price is AU$134 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
AU$134
12 Mar - 13 Mar
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! (1,007 reviews)
Nice and cosy

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Admiralty Inn
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

4 out of 5
40 Ryrie Street Geelong VIC
The price is AU$178 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$178
23 Mar - 24 Mar
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (381 reviews)
The room was clean and comfortable. Food was delicious.Stafcourteous

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Oaks R Suites Geelong

Oaks R Suites Geelong

4 out of 5
10 Bellerine Street Geelong VIC
The price is AU$209 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$209
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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! (794 reviews)
Staff were friendly and accommodating moving us from a ground floor room at the back of the building to a room with an ocean view.

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Oaks R Suites Geelong
Quest Geelong Central

Quest Geelong Central

4 out of 5
71-77 Gheringhap St Geelong VIC
The price is AU$167 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$167
29 Mar - 30 Mar
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (270 reviews)
Loved it. Will stay there again next time for Festival of Sails

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Quest Geelong Central
Eastern Sands City Centre

Eastern Sands City Centre

3.5 out of 5
1 Bellerine Street Geelong VIC
The price is AU$146 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$146
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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! (1,000 reviews)
Great location and friendly staff. Room was a bit tired.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 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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Breakwater

While Breakwater isn't home to many top sights, Geelong Showground and GMHBA Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.

Breakwater

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