Friendly Geelong will entice you
Enjoy the theater scene and other features of Geelong. This city's shopping, theme park and beaches attract many visitors, and its welcoming and walkable location add to the charm. If you need more space to accommodate a family vacation or friends trip, rental homes often come with separate dining areas and spacious living rooms.
Sightseeing in and around Geelong
Are you hoping to find attractions to see while you're in the area? Venture out of your vacation home and experience everything that makes Geelong a one-of-a-kind vacation spot. These are some of the top attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- 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)
- Barwon Heads Golf Club (11.6 mi / 18.7 km)
Exploring the beaches and other natural features in Geelong
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to appreciate the scenery, Geelong is a great place to get out in nature. Here are some of the area’s most stunning features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- 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)
- Lake Lorne Reserve (11 mi / 17.7 km)
Seasonal weather averages in Geelong
If you're planning a vacation around the weather, January, February, December and March are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 66°F.
How to get to and around Geelong
Fly into Avalon Airport (AVV), the closest airport, located 10.4 mi (16.8 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you can also fly into Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon), which is 41.3 mi (66.5 km) away.
If you're traveling by train, South Geelong Station, Marshall Station and North Shore Station are the main stations that serve the city.