Geelong / 10 photo spots
10 Instagram spots around Geelong
Geelong combines designed gardens, heritage buildings and hilltop views. These ten stops can be photographed from public paths or streets, with a few short trips outside the centre.
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- Geelong Botanic GardensApproximate area
- Eastern ParkApproximate area
- Johnstone ParkApproximate area
Map data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL.
Destination reference: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Spot coordinates: Wikidata, CC0. Selection, association and some calculations by You, Me, Away.
Geelong Botanic Gardens
The gardens combine older lawns with the contemporary 21st Century Garden. From a paved path, look for a plant grouping with a clear shape and use the lawn as breathing room around it. Commercial photography requires a permit.
Search Google MapsEastern Park
The northern part of Eastern Park, beyond Eastern Park Circuit, has elevated views across Corio Bay. Look for a clear gap between trees from a park path.
Search Google MapsJohnstone Park
Near the centre, Johnstone Park is a green setting beside Geelong’s cultural precinct. Use the park’s planting to soften a view towards the surrounding buildings.
Search Google MapsDrewan Park
At Drewan Park in Wandana Heights, use the elevated view to photograph a slice of Geelong and Corio Bay. A longer lens can separate the city from the broad landscape.
Search Google MapsBuckley Falls Lookout
From the lookout at Buckley Falls, photograph the river and falls without leaving the visitor area. Use the surrounding vegetation as a natural edge to the composition.
Search Google MapsFyansford Paper Mill precinct
The former paper mill precinct contains heritage bluestone and brick buildings. Photograph the exteriors from areas open to visitors and check local signs around individual studios.
Search Google MapsGeelong Gallery exterior
Geelong Gallery stands beside Johnstone Park with its entrance on Little Malop Street. From the public approach, compose a close view of the entrance and its architectural lines.
Search Google MapsGeelong Arts Centre
The arts centre’s Little Malop Street façade contrasts with its older Ryrie Street building. From the pavement, choose a detail of the newer exterior.
Search Google MapsNational Wool Museum exterior
The National Wool Museum occupies a former bluestone wool store. From the public street, use the stone façade as the subject of a close architectural frame.
Search Google MapsEastern Beach Reserve
Eastern Beach Reserve has a historic art deco swimming enclosure and a promenade. From the landward path, frame the curve of the enclosure against the bay.
Search Google MapsSources for these photo spots
- Visit Geelong and The Bellarine: Geelong Botanic Gardens
- Visit Victoria: Scenic lookouts
- Villawood Properties: Wandana and Drewan Park
- City of Greater Geelong: Drewan Park
- City of Greater Geelong: Eastern Park
- City of Greater Geelong: Eastern Beach Baths
- City of Greater Geelong: Eastern Park masterplan
- Visit Geelong and The Bellarine: Parks and gardens
- Visit Geelong and The Bellarine: Fyansford Paper Mill
- Visit Geelong and The Bellarine: Fyansford Paper Mill precinct
- Geelong Gallery: Visiting information
- Geelong Arts Centre: About us
- Visit Geelong and The Bellarine: Attractions
- Visit Victoria: Eastern Beach
- Visit Geelong and The Bellarine: Waterfront
- City of Greater Geelong: Photography permits in Geelong Botanic Gardens
- City of Greater Geelong: Central Geelong Waterfront Master Plan 2011