Top Things to do in Geraldton
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Geraldton, Western Australia
Discover the best top things to do in Geraldton, Australia including HMAS Sydney II Memorial, Geraldton Visitor Centre, Geraldton Platform Markets, Museum of Geraldton, Latitude Gallery Jewellers, The Provincial Geraldton, Coalseam Conservation Park, Back Beach, Town Beach, St Francis Xavier Cathedral.
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1. HMAS Sydney II Memorial
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,058 reviews
Reviewed By Q7840EUdanl - Bunbury, Australia
Magnificent and symbolic memorial to the 645 crew members of HMAS Sydney II who are still on patrol. The memorial is among the best war memorial that we have seen anywhere we have visited over the years with the Wall of Remembrance, the Sanctuary, the Stele, the Pool of Remembrance and, perhaps the most poignant, the Waiting Woman Sculpture looking eternally to the sea for the return of her sailor. There were a lot of visitors, both young and adult, yet there was silence as if everybody recognised that they stood in a special place.
2. Geraldton Visitor Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 233 reviews
The Geraldton Visitor Centre is housed within the Geraldton Regional Art Gallery. This iconic building was the former Geraldton Town Hall and was built in 1907. The Geraldton Visitor Centre is open Tuesdays - Fridays (9am-4pm), Saturday and Sundays (9.30am-1.30pm), closed Mondays. Open Public Holidays (9.30am-1.30pm) except Christmas, Boxing Day and Good Friday. The Centre offers tourist information, as well as accommodation and tour booking services. There are standard parking bays directly behind the Art Gallery building, as well as directly across the road on the corner of Durlacher Street and Anzac Terrace (behind McDonalds). Parking for caravans is also available at the Anzac Terrace parking site, as well as behind the Stirlings Shopping Centre. While you're at the Centre, why not take the time to enjoy the exhibitions on display within the Gallery. Entry is free.
Reviewed By ATravellersLife - Brisbane, Australia
OMG - the ladies at this place were fantastic. We rolled into town after a very long journey exhausted and not really sure what Geraldton had to offer. In a matter of minutes, they were super helpful, had a fully inspired and even assisted us with booking tours so we didn't miss out. We quite fairly spent up big in their souvenirs section after this and what a fabulous time we had whlst staying in Geraldton... most of which I am sure we would not have experienced had we not stopped in to say hi and check this out.
3. Geraldton Platform Markets
4. Museum of Geraldton
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 491 reviews
Overlooking the Indian Ocean, the Museum of Geraldton celebrates the rich heritage of the land, sea and people of the Mid West region. Discover ancient landforms, Yamaji history and culture, and the region’s unique natural landscapes and marine environment. The archaeological riches from four Dutch shipwrecks - Batavia, Gilt Dragon, Zuytdorp, and Zeewijk, are revealed in the Shipwrecks Gallery. Visitors can join a guided highlights tour available daily at 11.30am. Witness the wrecks of HMAS Sydney (II) and HSK Kormoran as they currently lie, 2,500 metres deep on the ocean floor, in From Great Depths, a moving exhibit and 3D film. The Museum’s shop has a great range of souvenirs, gifts and educational items suited to all ages and interests. The Museum is open daily 9:30am - 3:00pm. Closed all public holidays.
Reviewed By H7161JHmatthewt - Bunbury, Australia
Great displays and well knowledgable staff, Great selection of books and gifts, amazing artefacts and history. Really set me up for my trip to the Abrolhos. Could do with a cafe, toilets super clean. Enjoyed very much, a thank you Geraldton.
5. Latitude Gallery Jewellers
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By kybra - Huntingdale, Australia
We visited this lovely shop , the staff were really friendly and welcoming , the jewellery is stunning. Did we spend too much yes but it was worth every cent , some really different pieces that you will not see anywhere else . Would I go back in a heartbeat , great shop great staff.
6. The Provincial Geraldton
7. Coalseam Conservation Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 68 reviews
Reviewed By Tedder51 - Perth, Australia
If your in Geraldton or Dongara, put it on the list of things to do, Also has a great free camp site , we went end of wild flower season, still worth the trip even without the wild flowers, easy drive around ,don’t need 4x4, some red dirt road, so car is going to get dusty ????
8. Back Beach
9. Town Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 114 reviews
Reviewed By PEGroup - Geraldton, Australia
The Geraldton City Council have provided a wonderful grassy area for the length of Town Beach with multiple facilities (showers, toilet blocks, and cafes) It is a pleasure to “wander down for a dip” at any time in a clean and “cared for” environment.
10. St Francis Xavier Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 147 reviews
St Francis Xavier Cathedral is one of the most iconic buildings in Geraldton. Designed and built by the famous Architect/Priest Monsignor John Hawes, it attracts visitors from all over the world. A major restoration, conservation and enhancement project has just been undertaken and the 100 year old building is well worth a visit. The Cathedral is open every day . Guided Tours are available Sunday, Monday & Wednesday at 2:30 Friday at 4:00 Tickets ($5) are available from the Monsignor Hawes Heritage Centre adjacent to the Cathedral.
Reviewed By mjail5
This is our 3rd visit to Geraldton in the last 5 years and we never fail to stop by at the cathedral. This time it was just an overnight in Geraldton on our road trip to Coral Bay. Next time we have to timed it with a tour to fully appreciate the history. However, thanks to the Museum in a nearby building which we visited for the first time, I learnt a lot on the life of the talented Architect/Priest Monsignor Hawes.
