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A small garden but beautifully maintained & a pleasure to walk around. Nice little coffee shop to sit & enjoy the surroundings. Very close to the foreshore also.

Great place to come and visit. Well laid out. Plenty of signs around next to the plants and trees. Good walkways. Areas to sit through out. There is also a cafe within the gardens. Well must visit. Be mindful of the times as it is open at a set time each day.

The garden is very well maintained and not too big. We spent about 1.5 hours here, slowly admiring the plants and blooms, as my elderly companion loves flowers. We visited on a weekday morning, and it was quite difficult to find a parking spot, not sure if it is always like this or if there was an event nearby on that day. There is also a café inside. Free entrance and parking. Worth a visit if you are in the area and enjoy plants.

A Peaceful Escape at the Geelong Botanic Gardens – Where Nature and Reflection Meet A recent visit to the Geelong Botanic Gardens turned into one of those quietly unforgettable experiences that linger in your memory long after you leave. I went with a friend, expecting a simple afternoon stroll, but what we found was a place that perfectly balances tranquility, beauty, and inspiration. From the moment we stepped through the gates, the lush greenery and thoughtfully designed pathways drew us in. Each section felt like its own little world, vibrant flower beds bursting with colour, century-old trees providing shade, and the gentle sound of water adding rhythm to the atmosphere. We spent time wandering through the heritage garden, reading the plaques, and learning about native Australian plants that thrive in this unique coastal climate. There were plenty of lighthearted moments too; like when we tried (and failed) to capture the perfect photo under a canopy of leaves that kept moving with the breeze. It was one of those places that naturally encourages conversation, laughter, and quiet reflection all at once. What truly stood out was how well-maintained and welcoming the gardens felt, the layout was accessible, and every detail reflected care and pride in preserving this space for the community. The Geelong Botanic Gardens reminded me that sometimes, the most meaningful moments happen when we simply pause to appreciate the natural beauty around us and the company we share it with.

Scenic paths winding amongst a wide variety of trees, palms & shrubs. Licensed cafe with a good menu provides a pleasant interlude for vistors. Free entry.

Had a great experience there. Was fun exploring different areas, run, hide and seek, talk about different plants and flowers etc. we took our bikes and kids enjoyed biking there.

Free parking. Perfect place to learn about plants. There is a mini rainforest inside the garden.

It is a nice place to visit while in Geelong and is free of charge. For me, there were less things to see which I didn’t enjoy much as the place was wide but only offers limited art pieces. The gallery though was clean and bright which made the place vibrant. There are places to seat while waiting for friends or family members who are enjoying the place. Although this place is not for me but willbe enjoyed by people who love art and learning the history about it.

The permanent exhibition has good landscape works from historic Geelong, though a broader selection would be welcome. The Archibald Prize exhibition is certainly worth visiting.

A beautiful gallery situated in the heart of Geelong. It offers a captivating blend of temporary and permanent exhibitions that are a must-vist for art lovers. I recently explored a temporary exhibition at the gallery, Janenne Eaton: Lines of Sight - Frame and Horizon, and it was and inspiring and thought provoking experience.

Good place to spend your day off for about an hour. The place isn’t very large, but there are still some things to see. When I went, there was a special exhibition that required an additional fee.

Went to the Geelong Gallery for Archibald 2025 and it was a wonderful experience. The exhibition was well organised, the staff were friendly, and the space was clean and quiet.

Geelong Art Gallery, such a divine small space and today it was filled with big paintings celebrating modern Australia. The Archibald Prize finalists were awesome! There is a great coffee shop across the road, Tutti... in the theatre building, if you need.

We Saw the Archibald Prize paintings and prize-winning ones. Very interesting. We have some wonderful painters; and their paintings looked like photos, showing the xlnt skills of the painters. A few looked lousy to me. I saw no painting skills in these ones. Overall a very good experience and only $20 admission. Lovely big gallery rooms , and had booklets to explain every one of the 56 paintings on show. There is also a licenced cafe selling meals etc. Very busy, but service was xlnt and fast considering the crowd there. We will go again next year to see the next exhibition. Nice clean toilets. A very nice precinct. Well worth going.

Pretty decent park that not only serves as a shortcut to the train station (or CBD) but has enough grass, gardens, seats and paths to be relaxing and accommmodating. Markets and concerts here occasionally are always good. I had my wedding photos done here a long time ago. A longer a time ago, when colonists arrived here circa 1830s, it used to be a water resource and if you catch Addy articles from those times you can read about drunks falling in to it or animals (not drunk... I hope).

The park is at a walking distance from Geelong station. It has a nice garden which is ideal for a picnic with kids and family. It does have Geelong library at the centre of it which is also a must visit. Just cross the road and you would be in the market where you can find lot of eating options.

Beautiful park with plenty of big trees for shade during summer. Enjoyed takeaway fish and chips in the park. Adequate free parking space. Very quiet to spend some quality time with family.

Johnstone Park is a picturesque park just in front of Geelong train station, extensive areas of grass and the shade provided by mature trees, there is a lot to see in and around Johnstone Park.

Great atmosphere during Carols this year. Park looking great. Well organised event. Please do something about mosquito problem for next year!

Lots of different events and ceremonies held here throughout the year. Anzac, Carols by candlelight, White night, Markets etc. Always very clean and well kept lovely gardens. A very nice place to sit down and enjoy the serenity.

One of Geelong's gems. Often has markets and events, beautiful setting, safe spot to go, whether just for a relaxing lunch or an event.

This place is perfect for spending time with family—relaxing, chatting, and watching the sunset together. It’s truly beautiful and incredibly peaceful. Laying out a picnic mat on the grass and just enjoying the moment felt like pure happiness.

Eastern Beach There are delightful things at Eastern Beach, a Ferris wheel, a swimming pool for children, a café, open space for sunbathing, picnics and sports. The driver requires AU$10 payment for riding the tour bus. The seagulls welcome visitors but don’t feed them. Better apply insect repellent on your skin and clothes because of the mosquitoes in the grass. The toilets are dirty with messy food and liquid on the ground.

If keep driving until the end of Eastern Beach you will arrive at a most beautiful location when you have the pool and sky wheel view at the left and a park in your right where you can have family gathering and a cuppa.

My son, my dogo Luna and I go for walks down by the waterfront several times a week. My son always exclaims it's his favourite part of the week 🫶

Lovely little public beach with a public pool. Nice little grass patch for picnics to take place. A ferris wheel too though I'm not sure if people ride on them. A stunning place to take sunset photos.

This beach is perfect to spend time with family or even friends. The beach is very scenic and beautiful. Great and customized swimming pool for kids and adults. Please carry foods Or manage with fries and chips. The beach is surrounded with grass, sand and trees. Great place!

Absolutely splendid. Our GSD named Chester loves visiting this beach. It’s so serene and has been our most favorite since many years!

Cafe is Small and nice. Toilet is always dirty.

Geelong Railway Station blends 19th-century character with the practical needs of a busy commuter hub. The red-brick façade and clock tower greet passengers with a touch of Victorian grandeur, and arched windows in the main hall let in enough daylight to soften the constant shuffle of travellers. Step onto the island platform and you still catch glimpses of the original bluestone foundations alongside modern electronic departure boards. Trains for Melbourne run frequently during peak hours and usually stick to the timetable, while services toward Warrnambool feel more relaxed but still reliable. V/Line staff at the ticket window are quick with advice about Myki top-ups, platform changes and connection times, and conductors often add an extra bit of local knowledge for visitors. Practical touches make the stopover easy. Sheltered seating keeps the wind at bay, a small kiosk supplies decent coffee and toasties, and clean toilets sit just beyond the waiting room. Lifts and ramps provide step-free access between street level and platforms, though the footbridge can feel narrow when two trains empty at once, so a little patience helps. Bike racks and long-stay parking cater to commuters, and the taxi rank out front usually has a cab or two waiting even after the last evening train. Geelong Station may not aim for city-terminal polish, yet the blend of heritage architecture, friendly staff and generally smooth operations gives it a welcoming character that makes the commute or day-trip start on the right note.

Beautiful old station with great staff. Lots of connecting services and a well stocked cafe if you get stuck and have to wait for a bit. Plus it's close to town so a good location. Carpark could probably be bigger but it's not like they have space to expand!

Geelong Train Station holds a special place in my heart. Not only does it serve as a vital transportation hub for the city, but it also boasts a rich history that adds to its charm. As one of the oldest stations in Victoria, Geelong Train Station carries with it a sense of nostalgia and heritage. Its iconic 19th-century train shed, listed on the Victorian Heritage Register, is a testament to its historical significance. It's fascinating to know that this station has been a part of Geelong's story since it opened its doors in 1856. Over the years, the station has undergone several upgrades to meet the needs of modern travelers while preserving its heritage. From the construction of the current station building in the late 19th century to the recent installation of a new pedestrian overpass and CCTV cameras, each improvement has enhanced the station's functionality and safety. The upgrade completed in 2015, brought further enhancements, including DDA-compliant facilities, brighter LED lights, and improved signage. These additions not only improve the overall experience for passengers but also contribute to the station's aesthetics and sustainability. Geelong Train Station is more than just a transportation hub; it's a symbol of Geelong's rich history and ongoing commitment to progress. Whether you're commuting to work or exploring the city, this station welcomes you with open arms and a touch of heritage. A heartfelt thank you to everyone involved in maintaining and improving this beloved landmark. Whether you're passing by on your daily commute or exploring Geelong's heritage, taking a moment to admire the station's architecture and history is a must.

Genuinely furious, and the worst part is individuals rely on this system so my review does NOTHING. I understand the need to shut down this station at a certain time as the demand is too low, but Geelong is a city. I should not be forcibly removed so they can close the station, 15 MINUTES before the bus replacement coach had arrived. I was informed that the station would have a 11:07 train to southern cross station. This caused me to leave my event earlier so I could make it. After arriving at the station I had to make my way to the service desk as my train didn’t leave at its intended time and no one told me that a new bus replacement would be occurring 20minuyes later. When I tried to stay inside they pushed me out so they could close the space. No other place seems to close early when customers are still using their service. Instead we all wait until the customers are happy, especially if we (the employees) are the cause of the delayed service.

THE MOST UNRELIABLE SERVICE! Horrible experience — I commute every day, and about twice a month the trains aren’t running. They’re replaced by coaches, which take three whole hours as they stop at every station.

Plenty of parking.. There's 2 kind of parking, this car park and another one in another side of platform 1. but thats only for V/Line customers and only limited 10 minutes park. If you park here, you must walk abit, go downstairs and cross inside the tunnel follow the sign board, not really dark at night but it is so quiet and feels eerie at night, like creepy feels. After that, go upstairs and you will find the parking lot for the customers V/Line limited 10 minutes only. Sometimes in the night you will find some kind of mad person keep talking to you and keep shouting like drunk. Shouting to you non-stop.

For the love of history and a place in time! If those that worked here over a 100 years ago could see the space now, in all its modern splendour... Would they feel as if some part of themselves has lived on? Their photographs frozen in time to remind us. The gifts of those human beings that came before us has given us what we have now. The architecture is grounded in the past with thoughtful changes and new structures bringing it firmly into the future while we exist in it in the present. I relish in the blend of old and new. Bringing new life into something time has kindly left us to build apon. I adore the understated individual garden spaces in all areas. A lovely touch. Wonderful for those that work there to take a moment for themselves. Gardens are gifts for the mind/body and soul. Laying foundations for tranquillity and oneness with nature. Effortlessly creating a more balanced work/life ratio. After all we are human beings not robots. The gardens are splendid for visitors to meander about leisurely aswell. A gift for which I'm grateful for. I look forward to more creative transformations at our visionary Federal Mills, sewing the seeds of inspiration. 🙏❤️⏳️

Awesome food. Cool old building

Always love going here. Lovely food at the Cafe. Always spend to much.

Lots of business bakery and restaurant all have great food even a small milkbar great coffees play centre clean facilities

Great location for lunch and an afternoon outing with numerous local businesses to roam

Great place to spend a few hours. Love the amazing range of antiques!

I enjoy coming here each time I visit Geelong. The old buildings are amazing to see. It's great to see these old buildings haven't gone to waste. Most have been converted to warehouses, shops, and very nice office spaces. Definitely, envy the people who work at this complex 🙂👍

The drinks here are genuinely SO good. My friend and I were there yesterday just to try it and we were loving it. Relaxing atmosphere. Friendly staff. Really excellent drinks. We are going to make it a Friday tradition!

We had a fantastic experience with our family at Ceres Distilling Co last Saturday. The staff were welcoming, the atmosphere was brilliant and the food and drinks were amazing. Such a perfect hidden gem and we will definitely be back 🙏

A little gem, a Geelong owned business, filled with little details. This family owned business doesn’t only serve you some of the greatest cocktails and award winning gin. It will also become the destination for your after work chill time…great hospitality, professional service and spacious space … Where aesthetic and great service aside , the building practices sustainability , utilising solar powers and recycled materials , to give back as much they can. Go ahead and plan your next visit . It is going to be great. PS: Bluberry Sours are to die for …

Absolutely fantastic! Would highly recommend their gin tasting paddle and freshly made pizzas. Perfect date night. The staff were amazing and the owner was very inviting. Going to become regulars here.

Love the industrial look of the place, you walk in and just wow 🤩 also don’t forget to look up they have this amazing industrial fan that blew me away haha. Went with a bunch of girlfriends, most of us got gin paddles, beautifully served, although I prefer my ice on the side. Would definitely visit again.

WOW what a great place Food just right, staff friendly Prices really fair Do yourself a favour and get down here you will not be disappointed Thanks Team for making our date night special See you soon

Don’t go during winter - it is absolutely freezing! We had one drink to be polite but shivered our way through it It’s an industrial building so some heating is a must

this station is perfect except for the tain timetable. as a high school student i depend on public transport as a way to go school, tutoring and extracurriculars such as my soccer. at least 50% of the time the trains from this station dont even come also trains dont visit this station often enough compare to tarneit which gets visited by one train line twice in 20 minutes but in little river youll be lucky to get a train coming once every 35 mins, i jus had a soccer game in deer park which i couldnt go to becuase my train was canceled and the next one was in 35 mins. this is so annoying i cant even get to school on time. i also think vline has to work on itself and stop cancelling so many trains we depend on its frustrating and causes so many loses, if only i could drive.

It's very difficult to get an uber from here if you're going to Avalon Airport, plan ahead and use the skybus instead

Station has car parking and the station is clean, there are no toilets, no customer service, no inside waiting area and no rubbish bins

This train station has no public toilets and car park not good

Historical old station. Long dry grass, sign says beware snakes.. where is the grass maintenance?

Little River station is amazing because it has got fleet,Express,Locomotives

Meals at the wrong tables again

Fyansford Paper Mill Complex reflects Geelong's early Industrial Poineering History and is at the end of Lower Paper Mills Road, Fyansford. This historical Paper Mill Complex is just as busy with various Businesses today, using the old Workshops... like Provenance Wines, The Door Gallery Cafe, Art Studio and a Yoga Space.

This place is absolutely stunning – full of vintage charm, character, and history. Every corner feels like a piece of the past frozen in time, yet still so alive and beautiful.🌿If you haven’t been, it’s definitely worth a visit! Perfect for a wander, photos, and just soaking in the atmosphere. Truly a hidden gem right here in Geelong.💛

Beautiful place but many workshops were closed even on a Sunday which was a bit disappointing. Definitely worth a visit as it’s just a short distance from Geelong.

Stunning historic paper mill, when opened in 1878 was one of the most advanced paper mills in the world. Best seen from the Buckley's falls spot across the river. I used to take the kids here when they were young it was such a gorgeous and interesting piece of architecture and history.

Definitely worth the trip. Very pretty and much to see. Driving to the other side of the river (Buckley Falls lookout) to see the mill from a distance as a backdrop to the gorgeous river/falls is a must.

Simply a cool place to be, be reminded all workshops open in weekend* only

Beautiful location. Lovely historical feel. I attended the cafe. Food was yummy. Service was excellent. Catered for dietary requirements. Highly recommend.