The 10 Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Geraldton, Western Australia

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.

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.

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.

Located in the heart of the city and housed in the former Town Hall, the Geraldton Regional Art Gallery opened in 1984 as the first regional ‘A’ class venue in Western Australia and continues to be the premier visual arts institution in the Mid West. Recently fully upgraded and refurbished this wonderful community facility features exhibitions accessed from various sources.

The Museum tells the story of Monsignor John Hawes as priest and Architect through interpretive panels, audio-visual presentations and artefacts. Come and learn about the extraordinary man behind the buildings! After visiting the Museum, you can book a guided tour through St Francis Xavier Cathedral. During September, the wildflower season in the Mid West, tours every day at 2:30pm, except Friday when its at 4:00pm.

With 15 beers on tap, a vast selection of spirits and wines, and quality pub feeds at great prices - Visit the Freemasons to see why we're the Pub with Personality! Up and running since 1895, we're one of the oldest, heritage listed pubs in Geraldton. The recent renovations to the Freemasons have given light to the iconic art and structure surrounding the pub, as well as created a fantastic atmosphere to accomodate anyone from individuals to families. We boast 3 grand and spacious function rooms, to host anything between hen's/buck's nights to birthday parties. We require no hall hire charge, and have services and platters available to make your next function the best! With a variety of menu items ranging from meats to vegetarian/gluten free options, there is something for everyone. Take a look at our menu online to see what could possibly be your all time favourite meal! Customer service is above and beyond our highest quality! You'll know why we're the best pub in Geraldton.