Myrna’s guidebook- Geelong

Myrna
Myrna’s guidebook- Geelong

Sightseeing

Experience the best of Geelong and the Bellarine region, from sun, sand to vast vineyards, historic galleries ,seaside villages and vibrant towns. Take a walk by the beautiful waterfront and see the pier, the carousel, the Ferris wheel and the Eastern beach promenade
61 locals recommend
Eastern Beach
61 locals recommend
Experience the best of Geelong and the Bellarine region, from sun, sand to vast vineyards, historic galleries ,seaside villages and vibrant towns. Take a walk by the beautiful waterfront and see the pier, the carousel, the Ferris wheel and the Eastern beach promenade
Go to the botanic gardens and have a picnic, or have a cup of tea at the café inside the gardens
Botanic Place
Botanic Place
Go to the botanic gardens and have a picnic, or have a cup of tea at the café inside the gardens
Drive down the Great Ocean Road and visit the towns along the way
48 locals recommend
Great Ocean Road
Great Ocean Road
48 locals recommend
Drive down the Great Ocean Road and visit the towns along the way
Go on a winery tour – Geelong is a good place to hunt for the perfect drop
Pettavel Geelong Vineyard - Geelong Winery Estate
159 Muhlebach Rd
Go on a winery tour – Geelong is a good place to hunt for the perfect drop

Things to do

Watch a movie at the Pivotonian Cinema – an independent, cozy cinema where you can expect a mix of alternative and mainstream movies whilst enjoying food and drinks from their candy bar (which can be brought in with or to you while you watch your movie)
23 locals recommend
The Pivotonian
4 Verner St
23 locals recommend
Watch a movie at the Pivotonian Cinema – an independent, cozy cinema where you can expect a mix of alternative and mainstream movies whilst enjoying food and drinks from their candy bar (which can be brought in with or to you while you watch your movie)
Visit the Geelong Library and Heritage Centre, a beautiful building which has lovely views of Geelong
25 locals recommend
Geelong Library & Heritage Centre
51 Little Malop St
25 locals recommend
Visit the Geelong Library and Heritage Centre, a beautiful building which has lovely views of Geelong
Adventure Park is Victoria's biggest water theme park. The park offers many rides and attractions such as water slides, water playgrounds, action rides and family rides
169 locals recommend
Adventure Park station
1249 Bellarine Hwy
169 locals recommend
Adventure Park is Victoria's biggest water theme park. The park offers many rides and attractions such as water slides, water playgrounds, action rides and family rides
Geelong Children's Museum, MoPA: Museum of Play and Art, is a beautiful and creative space for children and families to play and learn together. Visitors can roam and engage with the immersive experiences, or join in on any number of artful activations with the amazing team of educators. The Museum is open 7-days a week but tickets are limited - so forward bookings are highly recommended (via their website)!
6 locals recommend
MoPA: Museum of Play and Art
51 McKillop St
6 locals recommend
Geelong Children's Museum, MoPA: Museum of Play and Art, is a beautiful and creative space for children and families to play and learn together. Visitors can roam and engage with the immersive experiences, or join in on any number of artful activations with the amazing team of educators. The Museum is open 7-days a week but tickets are limited - so forward bookings are highly recommended (via their website)!

Food scene

Sailor’s Rest: recently renovated and within walking distance from your home away from home, this trendy establishment is the perfect place for food at any time of the day
18 locals recommend
Sailors' Rest
3 Moorabool St
18 locals recommend
Sailor’s Rest: recently renovated and within walking distance from your home away from home, this trendy establishment is the perfect place for food at any time of the day
Pakington Street cafés: famously known as the go-to spot for brunch in the Geelong area! Popular and recommended cafés are Pakington Pantry, Winter’s Café (their seasonal hotcakes are highly Instagrammble!), Sodi, Sticks and Grace, and the Box Office Café.
Pakington Street
Pakington Street
Pakington Street cafés: famously known as the go-to spot for brunch in the Geelong area! Popular and recommended cafés are Pakington Pantry, Winter’s Café (their seasonal hotcakes are highly Instagrammble!), Sodi, Sticks and Grace, and the Box Office Café.
The Base café: this place not only offers good coffee, sparkling water on tap (!), and a simple but tasty menu of food, it also exists to support a great cause, engaging with disadvantaged youth to provide top service in a generously-sized location with excellent service. See their gorgeous feature art wall inside
The Base Hospitality
70-72 Mercer St
The Base café: this place not only offers good coffee, sparkling water on tap (!), and a simple but tasty menu of food, it also exists to support a great cause, engaging with disadvantaged youth to provide top service in a generously-sized location with excellent service. See their gorgeous feature art wall inside
around the corner from Kerley St, I personally recommend the rich chicken ramen. An additional bonus – for anyone catering for diverse dietary requirements, you’ll be pleased to know that it even has vegan ramen!
Shinya Ramen
8A Gheringhap St
around the corner from Kerley St, I personally recommend the rich chicken ramen. An additional bonus – for anyone catering for diverse dietary requirements, you’ll be pleased to know that it even has vegan ramen!
if you go here, you must try their boneless fried chicken with any sauce on the menu which tickles your fancy. It is only a small restaurant and it does get pretty busy, so reservations are advised
9 locals recommend
DONCO
10 Pakington St
9 locals recommend
if you go here, you must try their boneless fried chicken with any sauce on the menu which tickles your fancy. It is only a small restaurant and it does get pretty busy, so reservations are advised 
this place has an upscale but laid-back feel, and their food hits the right balance between Asian and modern Australian food. Great for sharing a meal or drinks with friends
Frankie Geelong
26 Malop St
this place has an upscale but laid-back feel, and their food hits the right balance between Asian and modern Australian food. Great for sharing a meal or drinks with friends
the only place to get banh mi in Geelong! This local bakery is extremely popular with locals for their Vietnamese rolls. You can also pick up Vietnamese iced coffee with a pastry or muffin if you’re wanting a bit more
V N Rolls - Bakery & Cafe
56 Watsons Rd
the only place to get banh mi in Geelong! This local bakery is extremely popular with locals for their Vietnamese rolls. You can also pick up Vietnamese iced coffee with a pastry or muffin if you’re wanting a bit more  
the pho at this place has received a stamp of approval by some of my friends who say that it reminds them of their own mother’s cooking, need I say more? requirements, you’ll be pleased to know that it even has vegan ramen!
Family Pho Geelong
260-262 Moorabool St
the pho at this place has received a stamp of approval by some of my friends who say that it reminds them of their own mother’s cooking, need I say more? requirements, you’ll be pleased to know that it even has vegan ramen!
any option from their traditional woodfire pizza menu is guaranteed to be a winner. It is perfect for a date night in an intimate but lively setting. For an added bonus, head in on a Wednesday for Pizza Night to enjoy their pizzas for only $15
Pizzeria Adamo
86 Yarra St
any option from their traditional woodfire pizza menu is guaranteed to be a winner. It is perfect for a date night in an intimate but lively setting. For an added bonus, head in on a Wednesday for Pizza Night to enjoy their pizzas for only $15 
whether you’re in the mood to share or have a meal to yourself, this place is great for eating good food with friends and family. The food is always enjoyable – my favourite is the beef cheeks paired with a glass (or two) of red wine
Black Bull Tapas Bar and Restaurant
48 Moorabool St
whether you’re in the mood to share or have a meal to yourself, this place is great for eating good food with friends and family. The food is always enjoyable – my favourite is the beef cheeks paired with a glass (or two) of red wine
located on Little Malop St, this place is a must for anyone who is a fan of fried chicken. If you’re game enough, their ‘evil chicken’ spice level lives up to its name. It also has a nice selection of drinks with super friendly bartenders
10 locals recommend
The Hot Chicken Project
84A Little Malop St
10 locals recommend
located on Little Malop St, this place is a must for anyone who is a fan of fried chicken. If you’re game enough, their ‘evil chicken’ spice level lives up to its name. It also has a nice selection of drinks with super friendly bartenders
fish and chips at this restaurant never disappoints and the service is always top-notch! Located at the Bay end of Yarra Street in Geelong.
15 locals recommend
Fishermen's Pier
1a Yarra St
15 locals recommend
fish and chips at this restaurant never disappoints and the service is always top-notch! Located at the Bay end of Yarra Street in Geelong.
Enjoy your seafood platter with a panoramic bay view. This restaurant always offers delightful seafood options. Located at Western Foreshore Road.
10 locals recommend
The Geelong Boat House
Western Foreshore Road
10 locals recommend
Enjoy your seafood platter with a panoramic bay view. This restaurant always offers delightful seafood options. Located at Western Foreshore Road.
this place has a sizeable collection of cocktails, all of which are outstanding in taste, quality and presentation. For something interesting, try The Boardwalk Empire (and get your camera ready)
13 locals recommend
The 18th Amendment Bar
82A Little Malop St
13 locals recommend
this place has a sizeable collection of cocktails, all of which are outstanding in taste, quality and presentation. For something interesting, try The Boardwalk Empire (and get your camera ready)
look no further for an impressive selection of local beer and cider
60 locals recommend
Little Creatures Brewing P/L
221 Swanston St
60 locals recommend
look no further for an impressive selection of local beer and cider