Thomson
Geelong
Popular places to visit
Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Geelong with a trip to Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
You Yangs Regional Park
You can take time to visit You Yangs Regional Park during your travels to Geelong. Amble around the area's parks or visit its casinos.
The Carousel
Enjoy an outing to The Carousel during your stay in Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Waterfront Precinct. While in this relaxing area, find time to visit its shops.
GMHBA Stadium
Catch an event at GMHBA Stadium during your trip to Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
Kardinia Park
Explore the great outdoors at Kardinia Park, a lovely green space in Geelong. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Things to do
Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne
Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles kangaroo, koala and chocolate tour
Torquay: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Great Ocean Road
Werribee Mansion and Sovereign Hill 1 Day Tour
Australia’s Great Ocean Road: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Great Ocean Road Full-Day Sunset Eco Tour from Melbourne
Top hotels in Thomson
Rydges Geelong
Couldn't fault the staff, cleanliness or amenities. For the price, it's a great value option. The parking charge is too steep but it's possible to free-park on the street only a few hundred metres away.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026
Eden Oak Geelong
Location to local sites within walking distance . Rooms small & no comfortable chair. Lots of steps & no lift . Staff helpful. Limited parking near rooms . Pool small . Noisy outside doors to carpark made room shake
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Nice room choice of pillows on the bed was a great idea. Clean and convenient location
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026
Wyndham Resort Torquay
Room was tidy but there were heaps of marks on walls and view out window was of pile of cut branches
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
The Sands Torquay
Excellent complex. Great views of the golf course. Large room, clean and everything that you require including the balcony. Staff were fantastic.
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026
Torquay Foreshore Caravan Park
Everything was fantastic. Cute cabin, very clean, excellent staff, beach wasn’t super close but very walkable.
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Thomson
Breakwater
Though Breakwater might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Geelong Showground and GMHBA Stadium.
East Geelong
You'll enjoy the beaches and gardens in East Geelong. You might want to make time for a stop at Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure or Geelong Botanical Gardens.
South Geelong
If you're spending some time in South Geelong, GMHBA Stadium and Kardinia Park are top sights worth seeing.
Newcomb
Travelers like the shopping in Newcomb, and Mill Markets is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Geelong Central
If you're spending some time in Geelong Central, Westfield Geelong and Geelong Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.
Belmont
Get to know Belmont by checking out its shopping, spas, and river views. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Kardinia Park or GMHBA Stadium during your time in the area.
