Waterfront Precinct Travel Guide

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 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 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 with a stop 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

Westfield Geelong

5/5(1 review)

During your visit to Geelong, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Westfield Geelong. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Westfield Geelong

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

Things to do

Bay cruise across Port Phillip Bay

Around the Bay Food and Wine Taste Trail

฿4,613
per adult
Around the Bay Food and Wine Taste Trail
Geelong Waterfront

Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise

฿3,981
per adult
Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise
Learn to Surf at Ocean Grove on the Bellarine Peninsula

Learn to Surf at Ocean Grove on the Bellarine Peninsula

฿1,770
per adult
Learn to Surf at Ocean Grove on the Bellarine Peninsula
The Q Train - Q Class Social Dining

The Q Train - Q Class Social Dining

฿3,034
per adult
The Q Train - Q Class Social Dining
Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula

Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula

฿8,637
per adult
Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula
The Q Train - First Class For 2 - Lunch

The Q Train - First Class Private Dining For 2

฿4,216
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Q Train - First Class Private Dining For 2
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Top hotels in Waterfront Precinct

Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong

4 out of 5
20 Adams Court East Geelong VIC
Fully refundable
The price is ฿2,900 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
฿2,900
฿3,190 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (476 reviews)
Room was clean, staff were great and had good amenities.

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Eden Oak 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
The price is ฿4,290 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
฿4,290
฿4,719 total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal and Rippleside ...
10/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
Clean, modern, staff waste fantastic. Everything you need.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

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

Oaks R Suites Geelong

4 out of 5
10 Bellerine Street Geelong VIC
The price is ฿3,985 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
฿3,985
฿4,383 total
21 Jan - 22 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (770 reviews)
The room was okay. The front porch was very dusty. Had uncomfortable wire seating with a tiny low table. -There was no egg flip utensil. -No salt and pepper. Had to call reception and asked them to bring some. The bottom of the shower door was very dirty.

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Oaks R Suites Geelong
Eastern Sands City Centre

Eastern Sands City Centre

3.5 out of 5
1 Bellerine Street Geelong VIC
The price is ฿2,608 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
฿2,608
฿2,869 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Geelong. Enjoy free parking, room service and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (995 reviews)
Clean room, very nice staff, great location

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Eastern Sands City Centre
Belmercer Motel

Belmercer Motel

4 out of 5
12-14 Mercer Street Geelong VIC
The price is ฿2,728 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
฿2,728
฿3,001 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (986 reviews)
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Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Belmercer Motel
Quest Geelong

Quest Geelong

4 out of 5
16-18 The Esplanade South Geelong VIC
The price is ฿2,734 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
฿2,734
฿3,007 total
3 Feb - 4 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (374 reviews)
One night stay. Huge apartment. Well equipped kitchen. Friendly staff. Parking right outside was brilliant too! A great stay.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Quest Geelong
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Other neighbourhoods around Waterfront Precinct

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Newcomb

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

Newcomb
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

While Moolap isn't home to many top sights, Bellarine Rail Trail and Geelong Showground are some notable places to visit nearby.

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

While visiting South Geelong, you might make a stop by sights like GMHBA Stadium and Kardinia Park.

South Geelong
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Geelong West

While there might not be top attractions in Geelong West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Geelong Golf Course and The Carousel.

Geelong West

Waterfront Precinct Travel Guide