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Located in the heart of the CBD, Rydges Geelong is in a prime position, surrounded by all the attractions, activities and events Geelong has to offer.
Days can be spent meandering through shopping centres and boutiques, perusing museums and galleries, and café-hopping in town. For those seeking fresh air, there’s the sparkling Corio Bay foreshore, Botanic Gardens and Werribee Open Range Zoo. Of an evening, you might cheer on the Geelong Cats at Kardinia Park, catch a show at the Geelong Performing Arts Centre or visit a local brewery.
In addition to the city’s vibrant attractions, Rydges Geelong is the ideal base for what the greater region has to offer. Geelong is known as the “Gateway City” because it’s surrounded by the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula, Great Otway National Park and Port Phillip Bay – all of which should be on your bucket list. Wineries, rainforests, scenic drives and charming coastal towns are all within reach from Rydges Geelong.
There are so many things to do in and around Victoria’s second largest city – and Rydges Geelong is the best place to start.
Geelong Experiences
Free Fireworks displays returns to the Waterfront this New Year’s Eve as we say farewell to 2024 and welcome in the new year, 2025…! There…
Our spectacular Floating Christmas Tree has returned to the bay for Christmas in Geelong 2024 with Sound and Light Shows being staged nightly from 8.30pm….
MoPA: Museum of Play and Art is one of Australia’s most acclaimed children’s museums, located right in the heart of Geelong. Attracting thousands of visitors from…
Liberty Balloons flights, offering the most magical way to see Geelong or its surroundings during the safest and most aw-inspiring time of day, sunrise. At…
A newly redeveloped golfing gem for the Geelong and Bellarine region, Lonsdale Links is a distinctive links golf course experience open to both the public…
CURIOSITY, BOTTLED. How did Anther Spirits start? Anther Spirits began in 2016 as a tiny start up by Dervilla McGowan and Sebastian Reaburn. The duo…
Hop It has hit the Bellarine!! Hop It is a hop on hop off bus service that operates throughout the wine regions of Victoria allowing…
Australia’s favourite electric picnic boats are now sailing from the Geelong Waterfront! GoBoat started in Copenhagen in 2014, and launched in Australia in 2017. GoBoat…
See the magic of Christmas and fairy tales come to life in colourful state-of-the-art displays and 1.2 million lights that will illuminate the sky on…
Open seven days a week, the Flying Brick Cider House is a retro-inspired landmark venue. Think innovative space, a tasting paddle of ciders, amazing food…
Established in 1982, Scotchmans Hill is located in the heart of the Bellarine Peninsula. A producer of premium cool maritime climate wines, Scotchmans Hill has…
When only a brilliant regional experience will do. Jack Rabbit Vineyard is situated on a majestic Bellarine peak amidst rolling paddocks and coastal cliffs, with…
Geelong Gallery was established in 1896 and is one of Australia’s leading art galleries, with a magnificent collection of Australian and European painting, sculpture, printmaking…
Manzanillo Grove, is a biodynamtic grove with over 4500 olive trees and 7 different varieties, was established in 1997 in the fertile valleys of the…
Tuckerberry Hill is a pick-your-own blueberry and strawberry farm, cafe and local produce market. They welcome children and their families, tourists and locals alike to…
Blackman’s Brewery located in Torquay is an independently owned brewery, producing all products on site. Just 500 metres from the beach, the Restaurant served a…
Inspirational, innovative and iconic: these are words with which the Geelong Library & Heritage Centre (the Dome) has already become synonymous. Symbolic of the evolution…
Along Geelong’s vibrant waterfront precinct, an iconic 1872 bluestone woolstore beckons you into an Australian cultural treasure. The National Wool Museum tells the timeless Australian…
The Whiskery is the cellar door for Bellarine Distillery.It was the original farm shed that has been fully renovated, which basically means the whole thing…
The Q Train is a restaurant that travels along the historic Bellarine Railway between Drysdale and Queenscliff. The train usually departs from, and returns to,…
You’re spoiled for choice with wineries on the Bellarine Taste Trail. Most are family run and highly regarded for their cool climate wine making. Some wineries…
Home is where the art is…Geelong Performing Arts Centre (GPAC) is set in the heart of the CBD right in the thick of the lively…
With an international reputation as one of Australia’s best surf beaches, Bells Beach Torquay is an amazing spot – either in the water or out….
If you are searching for a brewery in Geelong and a good time, then head to Little Creatures Brewery Geelong! The historic Geelong Valley Mills…
Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre is award winning and offers authentic, immersive cultural experiences. Experience the World’s Oldest Living Culture first hand with a Free self-guided…
For something decidedly different around Geelong and entirely enjoyable get on board Queenscliff’s legendary Blues Train. This is one of Victoria’s most spectacular entertainment and…
Whether you’re wandering amongst the plants or relaxing on the lawns, the Geelong Botanic Gardens are awash with colours, scents and beauty. One of Geelong’s…
Eastern Beach is a picturesque swimming and recreation area on the shores of Corio Bay, moments away from Rydges Geelong. The popular spot was built…
The Geelong wine region is made up of a diverse group of family-owned winegrowers renowned for their Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Shiraz. The area is…
The Great Ocean Road is one of the world’s most scenic coastal drives. This should be at the top of Victorian bucket list. The spectacular…
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