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Creative Geelong May'D Shop — Image credit: Creative Geelong Inc

Shopping and Markets

Creative Geelong May'D Shop

A new initiative of Creative Geelong, the May'D shop is a retail experience that showcases the latest works from their diverse membership. From glass sculptures to prints, paintings and drawings to jewellery and leather goods - the May'D shop provides the community with a unique array of special creative works. Located within Centrepoint Arcade the May'D Shop offers a unique retail experience with the chance to take home a treasure created by a local regional artist.

Geelong VIC

0.0 km away

A zodiac boat with Antarctic expeditioners floats beside a large iceberg. — Image credit: White Spark Pictures Pty Ltd

Entertainment Venues

VR Cinema

World class Virtual Reality Cinema comes to Village Cinemas Geelong. For the first time ever, audiences in Geelong will be able to experience three spectacular virtual reality (VR) films in a shared, fully immersive cinema setting, as White Spark Pictures brings its award-winning VR Cinema season to Village Cinemas Geelong. Until 31 August, audiences can step inside The Antarctica Experience, The Great Kimberley Wilderness and Beyond the Milky Way. These are not films you simply watch, these are films you become a part of. Using fully immersive 360 degree virtual reality and cinematic surround sound, audiences are placed at the centre of extraordinary worlds, from the frozen landscapes of Antarctica, to the ancient Kimberley wilderness, to deep space and the Milky Way, in an experience designed for all ages and perfect for families. The limited season marks the first time these films have been presented in virtual reality to Victorian audiences, and the first time Geelong audiences will have the chance to experience this groundbreaking shared virtual reality cinema format.

Geelong VIC

0.1 km away

Time for Fun

Amusement and Theme Parks

Laserquest Geelong

Laserquest Geelong is Geelong's largest indoor, family-friendly entertainment centre. Take the quest and play on over 120 arcade games, bowl on the QubicaAMF 10-pin bowling lanes, tag your family and friends in high tech game of laser tag and win prizes from the large range of skill-based games or their Prize Shop. Laserquest offers its customers a truly fun-filled experience. Great for a casual visit or why not book ahead for you and your group or party.

Geelong VIC

0.2 km away

Geelong Street Art — Image credit: Visit Geelong Bellarine

Landmarks and Buildings

Geelong Street Art

Geelong has some vibrant and beautiful street art ready for you to discover. Just by wandering through the streets and laneways, you will be delighted and surprised by the abundance of artwork free for you to enjoy. Here are some places you might like to check out to get you started. To The Unknown Mariner - incredible due to its scale and beauty, this work of art aims to celebrate and pay tribute to Geelong's maritime history. The weathered face of an old man at sea depicts the harsh life lived out in the elements. Designed by Cam Scale, located in Brougham Street. Union Street Mural - designated as a community art space, all kinds of colourful and interesting murals are created and change every three to five years. Designed by artists and young people from Geelong. Moi-Yo Miller - once a famously beautiful magicians assistant, now a famously beautiful Mural, Moi-Yo Miller sits on the corner of James Street and Minns Lane. Created by Michael Cassar, this mural celebrates one of Geelong's very own famous faces. Denny's Place - this laneway celebrates the idea of homegrown talent. Showcasing two portraits of important people from the region, it is a street art spot not to miss. Little Malop Street is full of colourful delights ready for you to start your street art discovery.

Geelong VIC

0.2 km away

Charles Rose Signature Rings — Image credit: Charles Rose Signature Rings

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Charles Rose

Charles Rose Geelong Art Gallery and Fine Jewellery store features a three storey art gallery and fine diamond jewellery showroom. A superb collection of very fine hand made diamond jewellery items is complimented by a fine art gallery on the upper levels. Charles Rose is the premier Australian jewellery design house and manufacturer in Victoria, and the Geelong Store is an exceptional presence on the Bellarine Peninsula.

Geelong VIC

0.2 km away

Sounds of colour — Image credit: Kris Gugger

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Focal Point Gallery

Focal Point Gallery is a boutique gallery specialising in photography. They have small exhibitions that change every month, with framed and unframed photos available at affordable prices. They also have a range of coffee table books, with many specific to the local region, as well as unique gift cards featuring work by their principal Craig "Watto" Watson. If you shoot film, they also have a good range of film available, plus any other needs for analogue photography.

Geelong VIC

0.4 km away

National Wool Museum, Geelong

Entertainment Venues

National Wool Museum, Geelong

Located in a beautifully restored 1872 bluestone woolstore near Geelong’s waterfront, the Museum is a vibrant and inclusive gathering place. Here history, wool, fibre, textiles, science, fashion, handcraft and art come together. Aligned with Geelong’s UNESCO City of Design designation, the National Wool Museum explores 60,000 years of human endeavour and industry of the region. From Australia’s first Nations living culture and heritage to the emerging and advanced industries of today. The Museum has two curated galleries and regular travelling exhibitions from Australian and International museums including Wildlife Photographer of the Year from the Natural History Museum, London. Award-winning exhibition, On the Land: our story retold is a modern museum experience which will help visitors connect with the land and generations of those who lived on these lands before. The museum takes you on a journey by exploring Wadawurrung Country, a history of farming, land management practices and innovations in the wool industry. While at the Museum you can also indulge yourself with a visit to the National Wool Museum Shop for the highest quality woollen garments and speciality gifts. The Museum is easily accessible by car, train and Port Philip Ferries. Metered street parking is available in town and the waterfront.

Geelong VIC

0.4 km away

Discovering the Impressionists, installation view, Geelong Gallery, 2026 — Image credit: Geelong Gallery

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Geelong Gallery

Geelong Gallery is one of Australia's oldest and leading regional galleries, just a short walk from the heart of Geelong, discover historical and contemporary art, including works by Frederick McCubbin, Clarice Beckett and Emily Kame Kngwarreye. Enjoy free entry to the Collection, a vibrant program of exhibitions, talks, tours and kids' programs, plus a Gallery Store featuring local design.

Geelong VIC

0.4 km away

Geelong Library & Heritage Centre — Image credit: Copyright

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Geelong Library & Heritage Centre

The spectacular Geelong Library & Heritage Centre is the perfect place to relax, learn, work and discover. Superbly located in Geelong's Cultural Precinct, adjacent to the beautiful Johnstone Park, it is an easy walk from the Geelong Railway Station, CBD and waterfront area. Open seven days a week, the Geelong Library & Heritage Centre is the ideal place for visitors to relax and recharge - browse a newspaper, enjoy a huge collection of books and digital items, explore cutting-edge technology, and make use of the fast, free Wi-Fi. Families will love the dedicated level for children and youth which features age-appropriate collections, exciting digital technology, outdoor deck and parents' room. The Geelong Library & Heritage Centre is home to the Geelong region's vast heritage archive and the beautiful Heritage Reading Room is a must-visit destination for local history and family history enthusiasts. Regular Storytime sessions, craft and 3D printing, plus author talks, exhibitions and special events take place at the library throughout the year. The high ground - Wurdi Youang - the largest of the event spaces - is perfect for your special celebration, product launch, conference, performance or wedding. Smaller meeting and discussion rooms are also available.

Geelong VIC

0.4 km away

An exterior shot of the Little Malop Street Redevelopment exterior view from Johnstone Park — Image credit: Peter Foster Photography

Entertainment Venues

Geelong Arts Centre

Located in the cultural heart of the city, Geelong Arts Centre continues to cement its place as Australia's largest dedicated regional arts centre. Geelong Arts Centre is a host of world-class productions, concerts and comedy shows. It also fosters deep local accessibility and champions emerging talent. The recently redeveloped building is inspired by Geelong's history and its circus and theatre traditions. It has a strong connection to Country, serving as a source of inspiration and a gathering place for the community. Incredible shows are performed year-round, with events for all ages and to suit every taste. Now is the perfect time to explore the Geelong Arts Centre and immerse yourself in the finest events experiences the region has to offer. Explore what's on through the website.

Geelong VIC

0.5 km away

Art, palm trees and sea views along Geelong’s waterfront.

Landmarks and Buildings

Waterfront Art Trail

Experience the many landmarks along the Waterfront Art Trail. Barcode Fountain - situated along the waterfront near popular bar Edge, this fountain uses stainless steel to showcase a barcode from one of Geelong’s icon products: Noddys soft drink. Especially impressive at night with its blue strip lighting. Cargo Boxes – while at the Barcode Fountain, you may also see some crates. On a closer inspection, you will see that these are no regular crates - each one contains something different inside. Being shackled feet, fruits or rabbits, the crates symbolise the different vessels that came to Geelong and the different things they brought with them. Created by artists Maggie Fookes and Bill Perrin in 2000, they also light up the night. Paving Splats - created by the same artists are these unique and interesting stainless steel and cast inlays that depict important and locally made objects. What a way to jazz up the regular and boring old pavement. North – whether you think they resemble sails or fins you are correct, these seven giant sculptures tower over you at two to three metres high. Made from cast cement panels, no two are positioned on the same frame, making it a fun and interchanging sculpture when moving within and around.

Geelong VIC

0.5 km away

Enterprize with all sails set — Image credit: Enterprize

Amusement and Theme Parks

Enterprize Tall Ship - Geelong

The Schooner Enterprize is a replica 1830's-style topsail schooner, constructed using traditional materials, skills and tools. When launched in 1997 she was the first square-rigged, commercial sailing ship to be built in Victoria in 120 years. Enterprize offers traditional sailing experiences open to the general public, who can choose to sit back and relax, or help the crew set sail. Joining her for a sail is an enjoyable experience for all, whether a history buff, a sailing enthusiast, or someone looking for an exciting new adventure for the kids (or yourself). Enterprize offers one-hour day sails and 90-minute evening sails. She also visits Geelong for major events such as the Geelong Wooden Boat Festival and New Years Eve fireworks displays. Enterprize's schedule can vary depending on season and her other commitments, so please visit the website to confirm upcoming sailing dates. When in Geelong, Enterprize can be found on Wangim Walk on the Geelong foreshore. For GPS directions, enter the address Wangim Walk, but please note that there isn't parking on Wangim Walk - you'll need to find this nearby. If arriving in Geelong via Port Phillip Ferries you'll be able to see the Enterprize when you disembark.

Geelong VIC

0.5 km away

Aerial View of Wangim Walk — Image credit: Royal Geelong Yacht Club

Landmarks and Buildings

Wangim Walk

Geelong's 440-metre Wave Attenuator provides a unique experience and viewpoint of the city. Named after the Wadawurrung language for boomerang, Wangim Walk stretches out over Corio Bay to form one of Australia's longest on-water walkways, providing safe harbour to the Royal Geelong Yacht Club and allowing the public to walk on water. Fishing is also welcomed, with a few guidelines for anglers. Wangim Walk is protected with a safety gate installed at the start of the landmark, allowing the attraction to be closed when the weather turns dangerous.

Geelong VIC

0.5 km away

Royal Geelong Yacht Club

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Royal Geelong Yacht Club

The Royal Geelong Yacht Club is recognised as one of Australia's premier Yacht Clubs and boasts a proud history that stretches more than 150 years. The Royal Geelong Yacht Club plays host to many major yachting events, including the largest keelboat regatta in the Southern Hemisphere, the Festival of Sails annually and the biennial Wooden Boat Festival of Geelong. The excellent facilities give members the opportunity to enjoy true absolute water frontage and enjoy the best view that any yacht club can offer. Take in the views from the Members' Lounge, The Yot cafe deck or the upstairs balcony. No other facility in Geelong can match the location. A first-class Cadet facility provides young sailors with the opportunity to learn from some very accomplished club sailors who include State, National and World Champions. Novice sailors will be warmly welcomed and encouraged to develop new skills and new friendships. Please call if you have any inquiries, or search the website for concise information on every aspect of The Royal Geelong Yacht Club, drop in to view the facilities or contact by phone or email.

Geelong VIC

0.6 km away

Visitors at the Geelong waterfront bollards

Landmarks and Buildings

Bollard Trail

The Geelong Bollards are a much-loved public art trail along the Geelong waterfront, sharing stories from the city's past. More than 100 painted bollards can be found between Rippleside and Limeburners Point. Each one represents a person or character connected to Geelong's history, including early explorers, local families and community figures. Artist Jan Mitchell was commissioned by the City of Greater Geelong in the 1980s to turn old pier timbers and piles into colourful works of art. Set beside Corio Bay, the bollards are now one of Geelong's most recognisable waterfront attractions.

Geelong VIC

0.6 km away

MoPA: Museum of Play and Art — Image credit: MoPA: Museum of Play and Art

Amusement and Theme Parks

MoPA: Museum of Play and Art - Geelong Children’s Museum

MoPA: Museum of Play and Art is one of Australia's most acclaimed children's museums. Attracting thousands of visitors from all over the country, every single week, MoPA is based in one of Geelong’s oldest buildings and is home to a huge range of immersive exhibits and experiences that will entertain the kids all day. The on-site cafe provides a great selection of foods at very affordable pricing, and the coffee is amazing.

Geelong VIC

0.6 km away

National Crime & Justice Museum - Geelong Gaol

Galleries, Museums and Collections

National Crime & Justice Museum - Geelong Gaol

The National Crime and Justice Museum at the Geelong Gaol (also known as the Geelong Gaol Museum) is housed in the most intact 19th-century colonial prison in Victoria. It opened in 1853 and closed in 1991 in the same conditions that you see today. Visitors can experience the brutal conditions prisoners endured over its 138-year history along with displays telling the history of this three-story bluestone behemoth. Visitors can also see artefacts from all over Australia that illustrate its criminal history. Step back in history and view the exhibitions of Colonial Prisons, the Hulks, Stitched Up and Saga Behind the Armour, Eureka Stockade to name a few. Special Exhibitions on a variety of topics that change up to four times a year

Geelong VIC

0.6 km away

The museum displays the history of child welfare in Australia. — Image credit: Care Leavers Australasia Network

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Australian Orphanage Museum

The only one of its kind in Australia, the Australian Orphanage Museum (AOM) is dedicated to exhibiting the authentic accounts of people who grew up in Orphanages, Children's Homes and Foster Care in Australia. Established by the Care Leavers Australasia Network (CLAN) in 2001, the museum started as a small collection of objects and memorabilia to tell the true stories of vulnerable people that endured a dark chapter in Australian history. The museum now comprises over 2,000 items, and CLAN is always looking for new donations of photos and artefacts to further share the stories of Care Leavers and preserve this history for future generations. The museum's diverse exhibits explore three continuing themes: The History of Child Welfare in Australia, The Children's Voices, and Care Leavers Activism. The narratives are presented in ways that respect the rights of Care Leavers to present their own accounts and tell their experience of growing up in institutions. The museum has an extensive library which includes 760 books plus videos, audio cassettes, media articles, reports, theses, manuals and other research documents. Group bookings are welcomed by appointment. The museum is in central Geelong and there is a bus stop out the front. There is also street parking nearby.

Geelong VIC

0.8 km away

Eastern Beach Reserve — Image credit: Visit Geelong Bellarine

National Parks and Reserves

Eastern Beach Reserve

The Eastern Beach Reserve is an iconic, charmingly cosmopolitan reserve situated in the heart of Geelong. Originally built in the 1930s, Eastern Beach Reserve is home to an enclosed sea bath, boardwalk, diving towers, children's pool, floating islands, kiosk, change room, terraced lawns and playground. Ideal for a family outing. The Eastern Beach Reserve has the following facilities: Safe swimming areas (patrolled by lifeguards during summer), barbeque facilities, picnic tables, public toilets and ample parking. Dogs are required to be on a lead all year round. Rated number one thing to do in Geelong on Trip Advisor.

Geelong VIC

0.9 km away

Geelong Cats - GMHBA Stadium

Entertainment Venues

Geelong Cats - GMHBA Stadium

The Geelong Cats' home is GMHBA Stadium in Geelong. The club hosts a number of AFL and AFLW match days plus a range of other events including season launches, Women in Sport, Business Luncheons and more. The Stadium is home to the Club's retail store, the Cats Shop and Nina's Cafe. Also located on site is the Geelong Sports Museum which showcases the sporting stories of Geelong and renowned Asian fusion restaurant, Club Chin Chin. GMHBA Stadium boasts the largest event space in the region as is the venue for the Cat's hospitality business, Higher Mark. It has 32 premium event spaces offering external terraces and sweeping floor to ceiling windows with stunning views of the stadium and city skyline. Higher Mark's versatile spaces can be adapted to suit all event size requirements with facilities from two to 2450 guests. The experienced chefs offer a range of creative menus, with a focus on local produce to cater for each memorable event.

Geelong VIC

1.2 km away

Geelong Botanic Gardens — Image credit: Visit Geelong Bellarine

National Parks and Reserves

Geelong Botanic Gardens

Set on 200 acres, the Geelong Botanic Gardens were established in 1851. Since development, the gardens have grown and transformed to include a variety of gardens and lawns, including the modern and innovative 21st century garden. The iconic Geelong bollards and an assortment of sculptures are also scattered throughout the garden. Entry is free, with easy access and level and paved walking tracks. Parking is ample and free and there are multiple public toilets situated around the gardens. Dogs must be kept on a lead and supervised at all times. Geelong Botanic Gardens are open 8:00am to 7:00pm during Daylight Savings and 8:00am to 5:00pm all other times. Rated number two of 46 ‘Things To Do In Geelong’ on TripAdvisor.

East Geelong VIC

1.2 km away

Celeste and Sarah Natural Supply Co — Image credit: Natural Supply Co

Shopping and Markets

Natural Supply Co

Natural Supply Co is the destination for all things natural, organic and zero waste. Located in buzzing Geelong West, this lovely store stocks products for the whole family. You'll find your favourite eco-friendly and sustainable brands like Baggu, Botanicals by Luxe, Bondi Wash, Ever Eco, Seed & Sprout, Eye of Horus, INIKA, Ere Perez, and Biologi skincare at Natural Supply Co, alongside about 100 others. Natural Supply Co earned B-Corp certification in 2026, meaning that the business meets high, verified standards of social and environmental performance and public transparency. Stock up on your bamboo earbuds, reusable baking mats, baby wash, cruelty free makeup and an organic cotton tote to carry it all in - you'll be surprised by the breadth of amazing goodies available here.

Geelong West VIC

1.4 km away

Barwon Grange

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Barwon Grange

The only survivor of a fashionable and picturesque mid-nineteenth century villa built along the Barwon River in Geelong. With the Barwon River as the vista, the house was built for successful merchant and banker Jonathon Porter O'Brien and his wife Ann. They filled their Gothic Revival style home with elegant and modern furnishings. Today you can see these recreated interiors, including many decorative and domestic objects from the late 1850s, including a rare Minton ceramic chandelier. The cellar was stocked with wine and spirits, the conservatory filled with plants, sculptures, a collection of coral and two canaries in brass cages. The couple kept an extensive library which featured a Cyclopaedia of Medicine and Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. The O'Briens lived in the house for only a year but, over 170 years later, the villa's unique features continue to reflect the lifestyle of the 1850s and the prosperous merchants of Geelong, whose wealth grew after the discovery of gold in the Colony. Visit the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) website to check opening hours when planning your visit.

Newtown VIC

2.0 km away

Guests creating their own signature scent during an Aysha Hansen perfume workshop.

Shopping and Markets

Aysha Hansen Custom Fragrance Creation Workshops

Craft a fragrance that is uniquely yours in an intimate two hour masterclass led by perfumer Aysha Hansen. This hands-on experience will introduce you to the artistry of modern perfumery, guiding you through the delicate balance of natural ingredients, aroma chemicals and accords. Your journey begins with an introduction to 70 meticulously selected ingredients sourced from around the world. With expert guidance, you'll learn to blend top, middle and base notes, unlocking the secrets of fragrance composition to create a scent that tells your story.

Newtown VIC

2.1 km away

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