Geelong, part of Victoria, Australia, is a port city lying on the western side of Port Phillip Bay. It is a gateway to the Bellarine Peninsula, which has many coastal towns and villages. With galleries, beaches, national parks, stopping-off points for travelers going to Great Ocean Road, and much more, Geelong vacation assures an unforgettable journey for every traveler.
Begin your Geelong tour trips by taking a relaxing walk-through Eastern Beach Reserve on the waterfront, a smooth promenade that runs along the edge of Corio Bay. Here you can enjoy a scenic picnic with beautiful bay views. On hot days, you can get immersed on the white-sand beach, take a dip in the shark-proof Art Deco swimming pool, or enjoy fishing by casting a line from Cunningham Pier. Alternatively, at a short walk up the beach, you can Rest your feet and ride in a chariot or on horseback on the magnificent hand-carved wooden historic carousel on the pier. Other than these there is Baywalk Bollards, depicting local history.
Are you looking for full greenery then enjoy Geelong sightseeing at Geelong Botanic Gardens. Walk through the themed gardens here and you will see that all the plants are clearly marked. Take in the sweet fragrance of the rose garden, wander along the Camelia Walk, praise the feathery specimen in the fernery, or relax with a picnic on the TeaHouse Lawn. For exploring the tropics get engaged in a jungle of lush botanical beauties in the conservatory.
Moreover, implement another amazing Geelong sightseeing tour to Queenscliff, surrounded by beautiful views of the deep blue bay where you can enjoy plenty of culture, with excellent art galleries, classy restaurants, and boutique shops. Start your tour at Queenscliff Harbour, where you can enjoy 360-degree views of the bay from the 42-meter-high observation tower. Other attractions of Queenscliff include Queenscliff Fort, depicting the role it played in defense of the Victorian coastline; it also has a black lighthouse, one of only a few unpainted in the entire world. Additionally, you can indulge in seal and dolphin swimming tours and take a ride on the historic Bellarine Railway.
Showcase your adventure spirit on Geelong adventure tours at Adventure Park Geelong, Victoria's biggest water theme park, has approximately 24 awesome rides and different fun-filled attractions. Challenge yourself on the brand-new Tsunami waterslide, Victoria's first triple funnel waterslide. Strike speeds of up to 40km (about 24.85 mi) on the heart-pumping aqua racer waterslide, get absorbed in the kid's water splash zone, raft the lazy river rapids, fly sky high on the classic Ferris Wheel, or take a spin on our Crazy Coaster.
Take a trip to Barwon Heads, a popular seaside town and one of the delightful Things to do in Geelong. The main fact is that the Barwon River is the only river slicing inland through the Bellarine Peninsula. There are plenty of activities in which you get engaged at Barwon like surfing at beaches, golfing, sightseeing, etc.
Experience Geelong’ history and culture by exploring various historical and cultural sites, on your Geelong cultural tours. Wander through the Narana Aboriginal Cultural Center, where you can learn about the region's rich Indigenous culture. Learn about the city's role in the wool industry at the National Wool Museum through the exhibits that cover everything from the beginnings of the wool industry in Australia in the 1840s to its economic impact, influence on fashion, and stories from workers in the industry, as well as plenty of pure tactile fun. If you are an Art lover, explore the free Geelong Gallery, one of the country's best regional art galleries.
Discover the charm of this port city of Australia with expertly curated Geelong holiday packages that can manage accommodation, transportation, and guided tours effortlessly and affordably. These packages offer lots of benefits and facilities that will make your Best Geelong vacation.