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See Geelong with a local! Join a free 3 hour walking tour where the city meets the Bay.

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Duration: 3 hours
Languages: English
Guru: Kerry
Registered on 10 December 2023
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I am a retired High School teacher who would love to show people around my local area. The town of Geelong is 1 hr west of Melbourne and is a hidden gem. It contains the National Wool Museum, the Bollard walk and the brilliant library and theatre precinct. Come and have a look! I have a working with children check and am a world traveller. My biggest passion is watching birds! I know what visitors need and am so excited to show you around my town and beyond.
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Tales on the tread: Geelong's Path- a mix of history and walking with a story telling vibe.
Join the 3 hour Geelong walking Tour! A journey through History, Art and Coastal beauty. With a beautiful waterfront at Eastern Beach where the city meets the bay, we will spend some time walking this area. 
We start and finish at the Geelong Botanic Gardens. These gardens conserve plants from all over the world and  have a number of significant trees.
After a short visit to the gardens we will then walk downhill  to the art deco-style swimming enclosure. Highlights here include the Bollard Walk, where painted bollards depict the early history of Geelong, to the magnificent century old carousel. You never know who you may discover on the bollard trail! 
A short walk up the hill is The National Wool Museum (entry $23AUD)This museum offers a fascinating look at Geelong's industrial past, particularly its role in the wool industry that helped shape the city's economy. Next ,we visit the Arts Precinct where you can see the  unique library, the vibrant Arts Centre and Art Gallery. From here we will return to the Botanic Gardens along Corio street viewing the quaint houses to end the tour. There are some slight inclines to navigate and some steps. This tour  is on sealed paths. Come along to Geelong! Get some great photo snaps of unique area of Geelong. Book a tour and join me today!


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Geelong Botanic Gardens, Corner of Eastern Park Circuit &, Podbury Dr, East Geelong VIC 3219, Australia
Meet at the front gate of the Geelong Botanic Gardens beside the Bottle trees. (1 Eastern Beach Rd Geelong). Look for a lady with a GuruWalk sign.
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Free entry
Geelong Botanic Gardens
These gardens conserve plants from all over the world and have a number of significant trees. Thereis also a lovely coffee shop to enjoy a drink.
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Free entry
Geelong Waterfront
Bollard Walk where 106 painted bollards describe the History of Geelong- we will viit a small number of these bollards.
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Free entry
The Carousel
Take a ride or admire the refurished century old carousel
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How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).


Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour requires payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.
See Geelong with a local! Join a free 3 hour walking tour where the city meets the Bay.
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