Friendly Geelong will entice you
Enjoy the theatre scene and other features of Geelong. This city's shopping, theme park and beaches attract many visitors, as does its welcoming and walkable location. If you need more space to accommodate a family holiday or a trip with friends, rental homes often come with separate dining areas and spacious living rooms.
Sightseeing in and around Geelong
Do you want to find attractions to see while you're in the area? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to experience everything that makes Geelong a one-of-a-kind holiday spot. These are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Waterworld (4.4 mi / 7.1 km)
- Adventure Park Geelong (9.3 mi / 15 km)
- Curlewis Golf Club (9.7 mi / 15.7 km)
- 13th Beach Golf Links (10.3 mi / 16.6 km)
- McGlashan's Wallington Estate (10.7 mi / 17.2 km)
- Torquay Sands Golf Club (11.1 mi / 17.9 km)
Exploring the beaches and other natural features in Geelong
Whether you're looking for fun outdoor activities or just want to appreciate the scenery, Geelong is a great place to get out in nature. These are a few of the area's noteworthy natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Eastern Beach (0.5 mi / 0.8 km)
- Kardinia Park (0.7 mi / 1.1 km)
- Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure (0.7 mi / 1.2 km)
- Geelong Botanical Gardens (0.8 mi / 1.4 km)
- 13th Beach (10.9 mi / 17.6 km)
- Point Impossible Nudist Beach (11.1 mi / 17.9 km)
Seasonal weather averages in Geelong
If you're planning a holiday around the weather, January, February, December and March are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 19°C.
How to get to and around Geelong
Fly into Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon), the closest airport, located 10.4 mi (16.8 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you can also fly into Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon), which is 41.3 mi (66.5 km) away.
If you're travelling by train, South Geelong Station, Marshall Station and North Shore Station are the main stations in the city.