Thomson Travel Guide
Geelong
Popular places to visit
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.
Little Creatures Brewery
You can take time to visit Little Creatures Brewery during your travels to Geelong. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing 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 walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
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.
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.
Things to do
Melbourne: Great Ocean Road & Iconic Coastal Views Day Tour
Torquay: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Great Ocean Road
Melbourne Magic Show: Impossible Occurrences Ticket
Private and Customised Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles Tour
Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne
Top hotels in Thomson
Wyndham Resort Torquay
Check in was very welcoming and efficient. Good undercover parking included and room was great size, clean and very quiet. Close to beach, walking paths and only 1.3 km from restaurants and coffee shops. Great relaxing stay.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Admiralty Inn
Clean room
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
The Sands Torquay
The rooms were spacious and the bathroom smelt nice! Staff were so accommodating and it felt as if you have met them before when it’s your first time there.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Rydges Geelong
Wish I wasn’t on the first floor like to be high up
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Eden Oak Geelong
The pool is incredible.. the restaurant was lovely had a great meal when we arrived and breakfast was amazing.. staff very friendly!
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Staff great, room clean, will stay again
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
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.
Moolap
While Moolap isn't home to many top sights, Bellarine Rail Trail and Geelong Showground are some notable places to visit nearby.
