Title: Visit Thomson: 2026 Thomson, Geelong Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Thomson](https://expedia.com/Thomson-Geelong-Hotels.0-n553248634610537171-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Geelong](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Geelong.d6123247.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Geelong](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Geelong.d6123247.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Thomson](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Thomson.d553248634610537171.Car-Rental-Guide)[Thomson Vacations](https://expedia.com/Thomson.d553248634610537171.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Thomson ## Geelong ## Visit Thomson Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Geelong Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Geelong.dx6123247) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Ferry](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6159176/7e0ae06c-c0ef-44f1-8c2e-7ccd69195d1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal 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. [](https://expedia.com/Spirit-Of-Tasmania-Ferry-Terminal-North-Geelong.d6159176.Vacation-Attraction) ![Puddles reflecting the mountains and sky #hiking #wanderlust ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342762/e273ab60-f0c3-495d-b1e9-d17d71583c32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/You-Yangs-Regional-Park-Little-River.d553248621592934311.Vacation-Attraction) ![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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562247920/88763995-1e16-4efd-8e43-f75285289125.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/The-Carousel-Waterfront-Precinct.d553248621562247920.Vacation-Attraction) ![Walkway around the swimming enclosure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6123247/abe2c1e9-61db-46ce-834b-8d90fadebcb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure 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. [](https://expedia.com/Eastern-Beach-Swimming-Enclosure-Waterfront-Precinct.d553248621526969295.Vacation-Attraction) #### GMHBA Stadium Catch an event at GMHBA Stadium during your trip to Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area. [](https://expedia.com/GMHBA-Stadium-South-Geelong.d6276942.Vacation-Attraction) #### Kardinia Park Explore the great outdoors at Kardinia Park, a lovely green space in Geelong. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.com/Kardinia-Park-South-Geelong.d6142740.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Werribee Mansion and Sovereign Hill 1 Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47566238/de0383a1-0df1-4691-9dd6-4892cf675fec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Werribee Mansion and Sovereign Hill 1 Day Tour $112 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/werribee-mansion-and-sovereign-hill-1-day-tour.a47566238.activity-details) ![Learn to Surf at Ocean Grove on the Bellarine Peninsula](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46677913/4652127c-d5c0-4e1d-9689-83bf18f02b28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Learn to Surf at Ocean Grove on the Bellarine Peninsula $58 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/learn-to-surf-at-ocean-grove-on-the-bellarine-peninsula.a46677913.activity-details) ![Geelong Waterfront ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1050228/6e95edad-a07a-4f89-a255-203ee9920dc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise $133 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/around-the-bay-sightseeing-and-bay-cruise.a1050228.activity-details) [See all activities in Geelong](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Geelong.d6123247.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Thomson Hotel Deals ![Rydges Geelong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/490000/483100/483016/abd9965e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rydges Geelong Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St Geelong VIC $123 nightly $135 total Mar 24 - Mar 25 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! (1,001 reviews) Receptionist (female) was quite rude. No face washers available. Restaurant closed on a Sunday. Will not be back Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F24%2F2026&endDate=3%2F25%2F2026&selected=483016&PinnedHotelID=483016&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634610537171) ![Admiralty Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7200/7153/f1d7ddb5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Admiralty Inn 66 Mckillop Street Geelong VIC $96 nightly $106 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 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! (1,000 reviews) Nice and cosy Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F1%2F2026&endDate=3%2F2%2F2026&selected=7153&PinnedHotelID=7153&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634610537171) ![Eden Oak Geelong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627100/9627044/a08d6b31_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Eden Oak Geelong 20 Adams Court East Geelong VIC $90 nightly $100 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9/10 Wonderful! (492 reviews) All good… room could do with a little more lighting and USB charge ports would be nice. Overall very nice. Breakfast was magnificent. Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F15%2F2026&endDate=3%2F16%2F2026&selected=9627044&PinnedHotelID=9627044&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634610537171) ![Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88610000/88609300/88609256/1b1cf284_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG 40 Ryrie Street Geelong VIC $107 nightly $117 total Mar 2 - Mar 3 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! (382 reviews) Room was lovely and clean, amenities were everything we needed. Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F2%2F2026&endDate=3%2F3%2F2026&selected=88609256&PinnedHotelID=88609256&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634610537171) ![Wyndham Resort Torquay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1930000/1927200/1927122/b1056fa9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wyndham Resort Torquay 100 The Esplanade Torquay VIC $126 nightly $138 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) Where do I start. The mould on the bathroom ceiling, the shower water ends up pooling on the bathroom floor (water hits the shower screen and drains into the tiled hob and this overflows onto the floor), the tv turned on both mornings at 7am waking us up, there were crumbs all over one of the couches ... Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F29%2F2026&endDate=3%2F30%2F2026&selected=1927122&PinnedHotelID=1927122&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634610537171) ![Torquay Foreshore Caravan Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6010000/6001300/6001296/5cde3f36_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Torquay Foreshore Caravan Park 35 Bell St Torquay VIC $163 nightly $163 total Mar 2 - Mar 3 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach cabin in Torquay. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Front Beach and Torquay Golf Club are ... 9/10 Wonderful! 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[](https://expedia.com/Geelong-Breakwater.dx6353823) ![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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6123247/39f85ed0-4704-429f-b6a7-466fe950a28f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Geelong-East-Geelong.dx553248634384062804) ![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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342756/db55c92b-eec2-4458-8bc5-5e99b6e6044b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South Geelong If you're spending some time in South Geelong, GMHBA Stadium and Kardinia Park are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Geelong-South-Geelong.dx6342756) ![The big wheel on the waterfront.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6123247/77602ec5-38ce-4a68-9cb6-10f8ffbb1752.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Geelong Central If you're spending some time in Geelong Central, Westfield Geelong and Geelong Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Geelong-Geelong-Central.dx961019748433620992) ![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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180380/4a3aecda-08dd-4114-bed2-3804bd6d1107.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Geelong-Belmont.dx180380) ![Walkway around the swimming enclosure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6123247/abe2c1e9-61db-46ce-834b-8d90fadebcb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Waterfront Precinct If you're spending some time in Waterfront Precinct, Geelong Botanical Gardens and Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure are top sights worth seeing. 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