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Pro

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  Waterfront (beautiful), can get from one side of Geelong to the other in about 35 mins, it's a City but has the feeling of a town. 


Con

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  If partying and night life is what you're after, I'd stay in Melbourne as there's far more variety there! 


In a nutshell

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  If in victoria and staying in melbourne well worth a day tripor more 

 

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Geelong Waterfront

Geelong Waterfront, Geelong

 18 Reviews  Eastern beach has a beautiful hill landscape for jogging, a gated swimming area, stunning views of Corio Bay. Locals and tourists come here to spend morning walk, jogging, photo shooting, and etc. You can continue walking along the coast all the way to western beach. This is a must visit place in... 

The Great Ocean Road

The Great Ocean Road, Geelong

 22 Reviews  The road starts at Torquay and ends at Allansford . Drive along the Great Ocean Road (243 kms long) and see the 12 Apostles, limestone stack formations that are a little way out, standing in the ocean. There are also several blow holes and naturally formed caves to see. 

National Wool Museum

National Wool Museum, Geelong

 8 Reviews  Now, a 'wool' museum may not sound like a lot of fun - but this will give you some insight into Australian culture (both now and in the 19th Century) - this is not just a museum full of different types of yarn. It was also a place we would always go to on a school trip and here's why: "The... 

Geelong Botanic Gardens

Geelong Botanic Gardens, Geelong

 7 Reviews  From my emails at the time: "A diffused sun pushed its wan light below the clouds as I surveyed the morning scene overlooking the bay and pondered the advantages of a motorhome; parked here with million dollar views and not a soul to disturb me though I knew that would change. Behind me was Geelong... 

Geelong Football Club

Geelong Football Club, Geelong

 3 Reviews  This photo is of Geelongs Aussies Football team . One of the high lights of Aussies rules is going for a screamer (taking a mark) photo is from alf.com.au. You have to be pretty silly to go to Kadina Park when you Barrack for Collingwood as I do. My mate magpies and i went down there last a couple... 

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Restaurants  

Smorgy's Family Restaurant & Buccaneers

Smorgy's Family Restaurant & Buccaneers, Geelong

 5 Reviews  Amazing how many people still head out the Pier in search of Smorgys restaurant when it's been closed now for two years. It's now a fantastic restaurant, the best place for weddings party's anything, and it has a magnificent lounge bar on the top floor. RIP smorgys, the place is now a world class... 

The Wharf Shed Cafe'

The Wharf Shed Cafe', Geelong

 4 Reviews  This place really is a wharf shed - it has huge windows with views of the waterfront (which is less than 5 metres away - you're right on the bay). It's an open - very casual - kind of place with a beach/bush feel to it. Service is efficient and prompt and the staff are very friendly. (4 of my... 

Fishermen's Pier Seafood Restaurant

Fishermen's Pier Seafood Restaurant, Geelong

 3 Reviews  This is a lovely spot for that special occasion. We were fortunate to get a table by the window which overlooks the Bay. The candlelit tables, fresh linen, comfortable chairs and mellow music makes for a romantic yet very comfortable setting. The service is fantastic with the waiting staff quick to... 

The Sphinx

The Sphinx, Geelong

 3 Reviews  This is above the inner entry way. There's also a little Egyptian souvenir shop. Then the door leads in to the Gaming Room/Bistro, which is also decorated with Tutankhamen and other Egyptian things like framed egyptian pictures on the wall, and even Tutankhamen heads featured all over the carpet. 

Nightlife  

Pubs & Nightclubs

Pubs & Nightclubs, Geelong

 17 Reviews  The Eureka (pronounced U-ree-kah), is a mainstream kind of place. The music they play is top 20 (so mainly pop and R'n B), there is a dance floor, pool tables and big screen TVs (that often show sports: footy, soccer, etc.). Its 2 stories, but the 2nd floor isn't always open. It has an easy going... 

Movies

Movies, Geelong

 4 Reviews  Red Rum Film Society screens movies for members on the first Tuesday of each month at Beav's Bar, 77 Little Malop Street Geelong. Expect to see films that don't often make it to the major cinemas in town. Grab a glass of wine and pick out a comfy couch, then sit back and relax. Red Rum screens a... 

Transportation  

V/Line Train

V/Line Train, Geelong

 5 Reviews  Geelong Station is located 500m from Johnstone Park, which is part of downtown of Geelong. You can get here from Melbourne, Werribee, Warrnambool, Port Fairy, Mount Gambier and Ballarat by either bus or train. Geelong Station serves Vline buses and trains. Please check out vline.com for for... 

Travel by Car

Travel by Car, Geelong

 5 Reviews  I usually recommend car for getting anywhere around vast Australia, and this is no exception. Sure there are buses that can get you to the Great Ocean Rd, and 'off the beaten track' bus tour companies like Oz Experience, but there are so many great off the beaten track things to see that if you... 

Local Customs  

Pako Festa

Pako Festa, Geelong

 14 Reviews  The Polish/Australian community.. in their lovely traditional costumes. Many of these people have special schools operating, in the hope that their children will not forget their heritage, language and culture. These classes usually take place once a week, for a couple of hours. 

Baywalk Bollards

Baywalk Bollards, Geelong

 1 Review  Too often people drive right through Geelong on their way to the famous surf beaches. With money being poured into redevelopment in Geelong (especially the waterfront) Geelong is fast becoming one of Australias most beautiful, modern exciting cities. Without forgetting the past Geelong is moving... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Great Ocean Road & Otways

Great Ocean Road & Otways, Geelong

 9 Reviews  Geelong to the Great Ocean Road One part of living in Victoria that I love is our beaches, and the history of those beaches. Along the Great Ocean Road there are numerous places where many ships and mariners died off the coast in the 18th and 19th Century. Warnambool is a particularly good place to... 

Werribee Mansion and Zoo

Werribee Mansion and Zoo, Geelong

 2 Reviews  Werribee Park Mansion - is the state's largest private residence, it was built between 1874 and 1877 by two of Victoria's most substantial landholders - Thomas and Andrew Chirnside. A vehicle departs the Gate Lodge every 30 minutes from 11.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. for an audio tour of the property.... 

Bellarine Peninsula

Bellarine Peninsula, Geelong

 6 Reviews  The Bellarine Peninsula - Meander around the Bellarine Peninsula - a trip of about 86 kilometres. The Bellarine Peninsula follows the Portarlington Road out of Geelong to historic Drysdale and to nearby Clifton Springs. Then you can drive to Portarlington, through the rolling Peninsula Hills, with... 

Favorites  

Geelong Waterfront

Geelong Waterfront, Geelong

 10 Reviews  All the parks along the foreshore are lovely. Palm trees, as well as shade trees are everywhere. During the summertime, it can get a little crowded here, as there are many visitors from the surrounding regions, as well as Melbourne. 

The Great Ocean Road

The Great Ocean Road, Geelong

 24 Reviews  The whole Great Ocean road is great, though not everyone has time to see it in its entirety. I'd recommend starting the trip at the trendy surf town of Torquay with its world famous competition surf beach, Bells Beach. The next major small town on the map is Anglesea, more of a fishing town and... 

 
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 Geelong - The Jewel of a City on Corio Bay - When you come to Geelong there is so much to see and do. We hold a lot of sporting activities in Geelong. Bike rides and bike racing are often held in Geelong. We have a Baseball stadium close to... 

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Q:  Hi! I am thinking of renting a car from Melbourne Avalon airport and I will be driving to Geelong. After Geelong, we would like to... 

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A: Hi there, Check out www.searoad.com.au they have all the information you will need to take the ferry from Queenscliff. Factors depend on the type of vehicle, how many... 

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Geelong - My Home Town... er, City.

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 I was born in Geelong, I live in Geelong and I love Geelong. One of the best days to be in Geelong is on Australia Day (26th of January). The Waterfront comes alive, with show rides, entertainment,... 

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Sweetberry's "Geelong Page"

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 Geelong Geelong, One of the many places, my Heart is at :) And one of my many Homes. A beautiful part of the World, with many pretty coastal towns, beautiful beaches, and unspoiled bushland. An... 

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Geelong - The Jewel of a City on Corio Bay

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 When you come to Geelong there is so much to see and do. We hold a lot of sporting activities in Geelong. Bike rides and bike racing are often held in Geelong. We have a Baseball stadium close to...... 

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Geelong

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 The beautiful City of Geelong is positioned on the picturesque Corio Bay. I am fortunate to have this view on my very doorstep and still stare almost every day in amazement. The Bay has ever... 

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Geelong & Great Ocean Road, Victoria

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 Geelong is Victoria's 2nd largest city, (population approx 125,000) located only about 1 hour's drive from Melbourne. It's often referred to as "the city by the bay" as its main beach, Eastern Beach,... 

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