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Geelong Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

city in Victoria, Australia

About Geelong

Geelong has a diverse range of activities for all the family from nearby wineries to an antique carousel for the kids on the waterfront. Its close proximity, and good transport links, to theGreat Ocean Road(including Torquay, and the Twelve Apostles) and to the state's capital Melbourne make Geelong an ideal city to spend a few days. Whether you want to indulge in Australian History at the award winning National Wool Museum or swimming at the beach - Geelong has it.

Top Attractions in Geelong

Explore the best things to see and do in Geelong:

  • Australian International Airshow
  • Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
  • Geelong Maritime Museum
  • Geelong Performing Arts Centre (GPAC)
  • Geelong Waterfront
  • National Wool Museum
  • You Yangs Regional Park

Where to Eat in Geelong

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴Elephant and Castle Hotel
  • 🍴Geelong Boat House
  • 🍴Sailor's Rest

Where to Stay in Geelong

  • 🏨Aberdeen Motor Inn
  • 🏨Gate House On Ryrie
  • 🏨Irish Murphy’s Backpackers
  • 🏨The National Hotel

Geelong Travel Guide Sections

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