Geelong Central Travel Guide
Geelong
Visit Geelong Central
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Serendip Sanctuary
Explore the great outdoors at Serendip Sanctuary, a lovely green space in Geelong. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
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.
Things to do
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of the Great Ocean Road, Australia
From Melbourne: Tandem Skydive over Great Ocean Road
Private Shore Tour: Bellarine Peninsula Wine Experience
Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula
Top hotels in Geelong Central
Admiralty Inn
"Great value for money. Good size room, comfy bed and very clean room. Also parking right outside our dood"
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Quest Geelong Central
"Staff were lovely and friendly, room was clean and quiet. I had a studio which was great as had plates and cutlery to be able to eat in my room."
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Rydges Geelong
"Perfect location Nice bar area Clean and comfortable room … very comfy bed"
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Oaks R Suites Geelong
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
"Dinner needs reservations"
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
"Good location near waterside. Well set up and spacious apartment. Bed was comfortable. On street parking opposite or car park at rear."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Geelong Central
Waterfront Precinct
If you're spending some time in Waterfront Precinct, Geelong Botanical Gardens and Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Lara
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Lara. You might want to make time for a stop at You Yangs Regional Park or Serendip Sanctuary.
Geelong West
While there might not be top attractions in Geelong West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Islamic Society of Geelong and Geelong Golf Course.
Armstrong Creek
While visiting Armstrong Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Warralily Reserve and Dooliebeal Reserve.
