Waterfront Precinct

Geelong

Walkway around the swimming enclosure
Walkway around the swimming enclosure
Geelong helicopters offer scenic flights regularly from the Geelong Waterfront. Rides can last from 5 - 30 minutes #localgem
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
The geelong carousel is a highlight of the waterfront precinct. The custom made pavillion surrounding it will protect your children from the elements #localgem

Popular places to visit

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 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 walkable area, find time to visit its shops.

Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure
Early Morning in the park in Geelong, Victoria

Steampacket Gardens

Learn about the local history of Geelong when you spend time at Steampacket Gardens. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this relaxing area.

Steampacket Gardens

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.

Deakin University

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.

Geelong Botanical Gardens

Westfield Geelong

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

$127
per adult
Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise
The Q Train - Q Class Social Dining

The Q Train - Q Class Social Dining

$96
per adult
The Q Train - Q Class Social Dining
The Q Train - First Class For 2 - Lunch

The Q Train - First Class Private Dining For 2

$139
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Q Train - First Class Private Dining For 2
Learn to Surf at Ocean Grove on the Bellarine Peninsula

Learn to Surf at Ocean Grove on the Bellarine Peninsula

$56
per adult
Learn to Surf at Ocean Grove on the Bellarine Peninsula
Geelong Ballooning Flight over Geelong & Bellarine Peninsula

Geelong Ballooning Flight over Geelong & Bellarine Peninsula

$285
per adult
Geelong Ballooning Flight over Geelong & Bellarine Peninsula
skydive Great Ocean Road

From Melbourne: Tandem Skydive over Great Ocean Road

$281
per adult
From Melbourne: Tandem Skydive over Great Ocean Road
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Waterfront Precinct Hotel Deals

Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong

4 out of 5
20 Adams Court East Geelong VIC
Fully refundable
$87 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Feb 12 to Feb 13
$96 total
Feb 12 - Feb 13
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! (474 reviews)
The building is quiky but a bit unkept on the outside. The rooms have been remodelled very nicely. However the supplied kettles are a bit tall for the new hand basin.

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Eden Oak Geelong
Oaks R Suites Geelong

Oaks R Suites Geelong

4 out of 5
10 Bellerine Street Geelong VIC
$127 nightly
The price is $140 total per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
$140 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19
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! (767 reviews)
Spacious and good lighting. Loved staying there.

Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026

Oaks R Suites Geelong
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4.5 out of 5
13-15 The Esplanade Geelong VIC
$125 nightly
The price is $137 total per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
$137 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal ...
10/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
Room was

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Quest Geelong

Quest Geelong

4 out of 5
16-18 The Esplanade South Geelong VIC
$87 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Feb 2 to Feb 3
$96 total
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (373 reviews)
Staff were great, room was very worn out, dusty dirty webs & dead spiders, room needs a do over bad

Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026

Quest Geelong
Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

4.5 out of 5
6 Bellerine St Geelong VIC
$133 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
$146 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,486 reviews)
Could have offered free parking for the cost of bed room

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
Eastern Sands City Centre

Eastern Sands City Centre

3.5 out of 5
1 Bellerine Street Geelong VIC
$81 nightly
The price is $90 total per night from Feb 2 to Feb 3
$90 total
Feb 2 - Feb 3
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! (994 reviews)
Owner was really friendly and very accommodating

Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026

Eastern Sands City Centre
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Other neighborhoods around Waterfront Precinct

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
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Moolap

When in Moolap, you can plan a visit to Bellarine Rail Trail and Geelong Showground, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Moolap
The big wheel on the waterfront.

Geelong Central

If you're spending some time in Geelong Central, Westfield Geelong and Geelong Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.

Geelong Central
Walking distance from the South Geelong train station, the Little Creatures Brewery is a fun place to spend the day. It's like the Willy Wonka factory for beer lovers! White Rabbit is also on the premises. #SMDdoesOZ #Geelong #Australia

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
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Leopold

When in Leopold, you can plan a visit to Adventure Park Geelong and Curlewis Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Leopold
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