Thomson Travel Guide
Geelong
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 walkable area.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne
Melbourne: Great Ocean Road & Iconic Coastal Views Day Tour
Scenic Great Ocean Road Discovery Tour - Iconic Coastal Wonders
Melbourne Magic Show: Impossible Occurrences Ticket
Great Ocean Road Must-See Extended Tour – 12 Apostles & Beyond
Top hotels in Thomson
Admiralty Inn
Have stayed here many time, Staff always friendly. Unfortunately this time around bathroom standards have dropped immensely… Mould in shower recess totally unacceptable.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Excellent room. Poor water pressure and being charged for parking only let downs
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Rydges Geelong
As u expect from Rydges
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Eden Oak Geelong
This place is amazing! Such a tranquil location. Perfectly renovated rooms and the heated pool and spa was like being in an overseas resort! The breakfast was delicious too!
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG
Create location, close to shopping and amenities. Great waterview.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Thomson
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.
South Geelong
While visiting South Geelong, you might make a stop by sights like Little Creatures Brewery and GMHBA Stadium.
Newcomb
Travellers like the shopping in Newcomb, and Bellarine Rail Trail is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Geelong Central
If you're spending some time in Geelong Central, Westfield Geelong and Geelong Performing Arts Center 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 Balyang Sanctuary or Little Creatures Brewery during your time in the area.
Waterfront Precinct
If you're spending some time in Waterfront Precinct, Geelong Botanical Gardens and Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure are top sights worth seeing.
