Thinking about a seascape?
Why not head to the Greater Geelong region! Geelong offers a charming seaside ambience with the conveniences of a modern city. It’s also the gateway to the famous Great Ocean Road and can be a fantastic base to explore the coastal stretch. We have a number of accommodation options in Geelong to choose from! The Quality Hotel Bayside Geelong, offers a sweeping view of the Geelong Bay.
There’s a number of Geelong attractions to choose from!
First up, head down to Eastern Beach’s swimming enclosure. This swimming area is decked out art-deco style and has a large tower and diving boards. There’s also a separate enclosed children’s pool. After your splash, you can stroll along the restored pavilion and dine at one of the many waterfront restaurants.
Geelong is steeped in wine history and was Victoria’s largest grape-growing region in the 1800s.
Geelong has been blessed with a combination of rich soil and cool climate perfect for grape growing! The area is fast becoming renowned for its red and white blends.
Drop in for brunch, lunch or a tasting at Terindah Estate and then take a stroll through the fig trees dotted around the grounds. Jack Rabbit offers contemporary a la carte dining in a beautiful setting. Sip on a sophisticated sparkling wine and enjoy unrivalled views of the sweeping bay.
Geelong is a city synonymous with wool and was known as the ‘wool centre of the world’ for many years. You can learn more about Geelong’s wool history in the National Wool Museum on Geelong’s CBD fringe. The museum is housed in a heritage bluestone building and showcases exciting interactive exhibitions and displays.
If that is not enough history for you, drop into the bluestone Old Geelong Gaol. You’ll learn all about Australia’s early penal history and the harsh conditions prisoners had to endure. For the thrill-seekers, there are night ghost tours which will no doubt haunt you!
Footy fan? Geelong is home to the mighty Geelong Cats!
Drop into the Simonds Stadium, Kardinia Park which is one of three venues within Victoria to host AFL premiership matches and the only one outside of Melbourne.
If you have children, they will thoroughly enjoy a trip to Fairy Park. This delightful fairytale park is set on a rocky hilltop, half an hour outside Geelong. The kids will be transported to a fantasy world and see fairytale characters come to life. You’ll be able to recapture your childhood and be impressed at the craftsmanship of the interactive displays.
If you’re keen to head to the Great Ocean Road but don’t have a car, there are many tours that operate services between Geelong-Queenscliff-Lorne. You can stop by the iconic Bells Beach and see the rolling waves, or take a tranquil rain forest walk in one of the many National Parks.
Have a great time and enjoy the many things to do in Geelong!
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