Best Waterfront Spots in Geelong

BySteven Cahill

Salty air, art-deco baths and bayside walks

From the iconic art-deco sea baths to lazy promenades and harbour-side dining, these are the can’t-miss spots along Geelong’s bay.

1. Eastern Beach Reserve

Heritage sea baths and the postcard shot of Geelong.

Attractions

Eastern Beach Reserve

Eastern Beach Reserve is a waterfront park in Geelong with picnic areas, barbecues, a playground, toilets and a walking path.

2. Geelong Waterfront

Famous Baywalk bollards and the carousel.

Attractions

Geelong Waterfront

The Geelong Waterfront runs along Corio Bay beside the central business district, from Eastern Beach towards Rippleside. Highlights include the

3. The Wharf Shed

Best long lunch with a bay view.

Eat & Drink

The Wharf Shed

The Wharf Shed’s story is genuinely tied to Geelong’s transformation. The original structure was a bond store on the Moorabool
Price Range: $$$
Mon
9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Tue
9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Wed
9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Thu
9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Fri
9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Sat
9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Sun
9:00 AM - 8:30 PM

4. Sailors’ Rest

Sunset drinks right on the water.

Eat & Drink

Sailors’ Rest

The building itself is worth knowing about before you even sit down. Built in 1913 to a design by Geelong
Price Range: $$
Mon
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tue
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wed
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thu
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Fri
11:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sat
11:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sun
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

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