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Geelong Waterfront
Tourist attraction
Landmark beachfront leisure area with a carousel, a Ferris wheel, a harbour & dining options.
4.70 (5.1K reviews)
(~0.92 km from centre)
2
Eastern Beach Reserve
Park
Leisure area built in the 1930s, with an enclosed seawater pool, diving towers & a promenade.
4.70 (2.1K reviews)
(~0.85 km from centre)
3
Saint Mary of the Angels Basilica
Basilica
ππ The priest here was one of the nicest I've ever worked with. He was immediately friendly, and happy to wear a microphone. That meant that I could capture perfect audio of the wedding ceremony formalities. The couple will be very happy :)
And also, the exterior and interior of the church building isn...
4.80 (327 reviews)
(~0.39 km from centre)
5
Port Phillip Ferries Geelong Terminal
Ferry service
ππ In spite of the overcast day and the chill in the air, we had a great trip to Geelong and back. There were very few on board, so social distancing was a cinch. Inside was pleasantly warm. On the way back there was even a bit of sunshine after a rainbow in Geelong. More pleasant to sit outside....
4.70 (367 reviews)
(~0.72 km from centre)
6
National Wool Museum
Museum
History museum of the Austrian wool industry, with hands-on exhibits, plus workshops & a gift shop.
4.60 (698 reviews)
(~0.44 km from centre)
7
Balyang Sanctuary
Park
Lush riverside park featuring paths & picnic areas among gum trees & a variety of waterbird species.
4.60 (532 reviews)
(~3.02 km from centre)
8
Buckley Falls Lookout
Tourist attraction
This area along the Barwon River features hiking & biking trails, plus waterfall views.
4.50 (1K reviews)
(~4.5 km from centre)
9
Steampacket Gardens
Park
Green space with views of the bay, unique statues & events such as a monthly arts & crafts market.
4.50 (988 reviews)
(~0.66 km from centre)
10
Geelong Gallery
Art gallery
Art gallery established in 1896, with an extensive collection of 19th- & 20th-c. Australian art.
4.50 (784 reviews)
(~0.35 km from centre)
12
Eastern Park
Park
ππ This has become a place to stealth camp overnight, if you're waiting on the ferry to Tasmania. There are a few local dealers who use the side trails to meet clients, which adds an element of surprise to your hike. Worth a visit.
4.70 (191 reviews)
(~1.23 km from centre)
13
Giant Sky Wheel
Tourist attraction
ππ Did a quick stop on our way through Geelong and got a ride on the Ferris Wheel while in the area. Didnβt have to wait long, about 5 minutes when we went around 2pm on a Monday. Tickets can be purchased at the ride for $10 each. Amazing views of the area could be seen at the top. The wheel goes aroun...
4.50 (425 reviews)
(~0.77 km from centre)
14
Queens Park
Park
π Nice and easy golf course, if you looking for a quiet and relaxing golfing, this is the one
4.50 (378 reviews)
(~3.68 km from centre)
15
Geelong Gaol Museum
Museum
Former maximum security prison, opened in 1864, with standard & ghost tours & a gallows exhibit.
4.50 (338 reviews)
(~0.69 km from centre)
16
Johnstone Park
Park
A Victorian-era bandstand is found in this leafy park with extensive lawns & sculptural works.
4.40 (491 reviews)
(~0.42 km from centre)
17
Geelong Play Space
Park
ππ Nice place for gathering, walking and sightseeing. Convenient car parking.
4.30 (176 reviews)
(~1.63 km from centre)
20
Montpellier Park
Park
π Good place to watch the full Moon rise.
4.50 (56 reviews)
(~4.18 km from centre)