🇦🇺 Geelong Day Trip from Melbourne (Car-Free!)

Whoops! Accidentally took the wrong V/Line train to Geelong—but it turned into the best spontaneous adventure! Here’s how to explore this coastal gem: 🚆 Transport V/Line Train: South Cross Station → Geelong Station (check the direction!). Cost: Myki card | Time: ~1 hour. 🍽️ Food Stop 📍 Sailor’s Rest 3 Moorabool St: Waterfront dining with killer views (see my foodie review!). 🌊 Itinerary 1️⃣ Johnstone Park 🌳 Hop off the bus here: Giant park + art gallery nearby. Photo goldmine! 2️⃣ Eastern Beach & Cunningham Pier ⛵️ Colorful bollards (each one unique!) + iconic pier arch. 3️⃣ Geelong Ferris Wheel 🎡 "French fry" pods with panoramic ocean views! 4️⃣ Geelong Waterfront ⛲️ Famous fountain + jetty walks. Pro tip: Climb the grassy hill for the best pics! 5️⃣ Geelong Botanic Gardens 🌸 Compact but lush—perfect for a quick stroll. 6️⃣ National Wool Museum 🐑 $12 entry (student discounts!). Watch live wool-spinning! 7️⃣ Geelong Vintage Market 🕰️ Retro vinyl, clothes, and 90s gaming consoles—hipster heaven! ✨ Why Go? ✔️ Easy transit from Melbourne. ✔️ Coastal charm without the crowds. ✔️ P-friendly (perfect for unplanned detours!). #Geelong #MelbourneDayTrip #SpontaneousTravel #ExploreVictoria