Top Things to do in Geraldton
Top 10 Museums in Geraldton, Western Australia
Discover the best top things to do in Geraldton, Australia including HMAS Sydney II Memorial, The Tin Heads, Lighthouse Keepers Cottage, Geraldton Visitor Centre, Museum of Geraldton, Latitude Gallery Jewellers, Geraldton Regional Art Gallery, Monsignor Hawes Heritage Centre, Walkaway Station Museum, Old Gaol Museum & Craft Centre.
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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. The Tin Heads
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By MGSydney88
Robert is such a sweet bloke and runs one of the most unique attractions in Australia - he gives you a personal tour at the cost of a gold coin donation which goes to the heart foundation - definitely worth a look through
3. Lighthouse Keepers Cottage
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. Geraldton Regional Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
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.
Reviewed By MalcolmWilliamTravel
We were surprised to find such a high quality and large gallery in Geraldton and thoroughly enjoyed our visit - it was excellent with someone on the door who knew the art works and could discuss them, a perfect catalogue and a wide variety of art works. We'd go again.
8. Monsignor Hawes Heritage Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
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.
Reviewed By Atlas1669 - Perth, Australia
The heritage centre is certainly worth a visit. It acknowledges the life and work of a talented Monsignor John Hawes both as a priest and as an architect. His architectural contribution to the area is remarkable. Called in by chance and glad that we did.
9. Walkaway Station Museum
10. Old Gaol Museum & Craft Centre
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 68 reviews
Reviewed By 45robk - Perth, Australia
This gaol is worth the visit. There is no entry fee but you can donate if you wish. This is a grim reminder of what gaols should be like. The cells looked to be quite roomy until you realise that there were three to a cell. Quite a few of the cells had craft displays and were very good. A very informative
