Geelong Central

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

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Geelong with a trip to Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal. Check out 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

4.5/5(2 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure might be the perfect place to seek out 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

Enjoy an outing to Geelong Performing Arts Center during your stay in Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

Geelong Performing Arts Center

Westfield Geelong

4.5/5(7 reviews)

During your visit to Geelong, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs 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

$133
per adult
Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise
Geelong Ballooning Flight over Geelong & Bellarine Peninsula

Geelong Ballooning Flight over Geelong & Bellarine Peninsula

$300
per adult
Geelong Ballooning Flight over Geelong & Bellarine Peninsula
skydive Great Ocean Road

From Melbourne: Tandem Skydive over Great Ocean Road

$282
per adult
From Melbourne: Tandem Skydive over Great Ocean Road
Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula

Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula

$289
per adult
Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula
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3-Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour from Melbourne

$1,906
per adult
3-Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour from Melbourne
Private Day Tour at The Great Ocean Road

Private Day Tour at The Great Ocean Road

$777
per traveler
Private Day Tour at The Great Ocean Road
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Geelong Central Hotel Deals

Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong

4 out of 5
Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St Geelong VIC
$103 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
$114 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
Room was fantastic, staff were very good

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Rydges Geelong
Admiralty Inn

Admiralty Inn

3 out of 5
66 Mckillop Street Geelong VIC
$97 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from Mar 18 to Mar 19
$107 total
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Adeqate for a 1 night stay on a road trip.

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

Admiralty Inn
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

4 out of 5
40 Ryrie Street Geelong VIC
$111 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
$122 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (384 reviews)
Everything needed was there. Check in quick. Bar and restaurant was a bit limited choice wise and quite pricey. Was unable to redeem my 'drinks voucher' as part of my Hotels Rewards as bar staff advised only covers a small Furphy beer on tap, or a small "house " red or white. Would not even let me ...

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Quest Geelong Central

Quest Geelong Central

4 out of 5
71-77 Gheringhap St Geelong VIC
$141 nightly
The price is $155 total per night from Mar 11 to Mar 12
$155 total
Mar 11 - Mar 12
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (272 reviews)
Beautiful modern hotel with great facilities in a fantastic location.

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026

Quest Geelong Central
Oaks R Suites Geelong

Oaks R Suites Geelong

4 out of 5
10 Bellerine Street Geelong VIC
$141 nightly
The price is $155 total per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
$155 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (796 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 Feb 25, 2026

Oaks R Suites Geelong
Eastern Sands City Centre

Eastern Sands City Centre

3.5 out of 5
1 Bellerine Street Geelong VIC
$84 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
$93 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Geelong. Enjoy free parking, room service, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Great location and friendly staff. Room was a bit tired.

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Eastern Sands City Centre
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Other neighborhoods 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

If you're spending some time in South Geelong, GMHBA Stadium and Kardinia Park are top sights worth seeing.

South Geelong
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Geelong West

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Geelong West and surrounding area, you can visit Geelong Golf Course and The Carousel.

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

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

Newcomb
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