Plan Your Visit

Welcome to Geelong - a dynamic and bustling regional city that enjoys easy interstate and international access and is just a short drive from Melbourne. Geelong is alive with a thriving arts and cultural sector as well as eclectic, hidden precincts that cleverly reveal fascinating stories. The more you explore Geelong, the more there is to love.

Our Venues & Spaces

Geelong Arts Centre events take place at multiple venues. Before you attend your event, please visit the dedicated event page on the Geelong Arts Centre website for all of the latest show information and event venue information.

Geelong Arts Centre is located at 50 Little Malop Street, Geelong

Venues and services at the Little Malop Street venue include -
Tutti Dining, Geelong Arts Centre Box Office, The Story House, The Open House, The Play House, Cue Light (Studio 1), Spotlight (Studio 2), Beam Light (Studio 3), Limelight (Studio 4) and the Merge Co-working space

Costa Hall is located at
Deakin University: 1 Gheringhap St, Geelong

The Costa Hall Bar is usually open one hour prior to each performance and during intervals. Please note that only bottled water is allowed in the Costa Hall theatre.

Costa Hall Accessibility Entrance

• There are drop off points near the Costa Hall Entrance
• The entry for access to lifts, ramps and no stairs is the Main Entrance near the crossing just down from the entry pictured above
• The full Deakin University Mobility Map can be viewed here and the accessibility entrance is marked with a yellow arrow.

How can I get there?

Below are just a few of the ways to get to Geelong -

BY ROAD - Geelong is only an hour from the Melbourne CBD via the Westgate and Princes Freeways

BY RAIL - Regular rail services operate between Melbourne's Southern Cross Station and Geelong with VLine. Check out the most up-to-date schedules at Public Transport Victoria

BY AIR – Avalon Airport is Victoria’s second International Airport, and is located just 20 minutes outside of Geelong

BY FERRY - Take the ‘seanic’ route with these three ferry options -
Port Phillip Ferries | Docklands, Melbourne to Geelong CBD
Searoad Ferries | Sorrento to Queenscliff
Spirit of Tasmania | Devonport to Geelong

For further information, check out these helpful resources

visitgeelongbellarine.com.au
visitvictoria.com
businesseventsgeelong.com.au

Where can I park?

The Geelong precinct offers multiple parking options including on street parking - which can be found here at geelongaustralia.com.au/parking

There are often multiple events on, in, and around the precinct . We suggest you allow enough time to find a suitable park prior to the event.

Accessibility Parking

View the Geelong CBD accessibility map for more information on nearby parking and accessible amenity options.

For further information, check out these helpful resources for parking in Geelong

Parking options in Central Geelong
Geelong CBD accessibility map

MAKE A NIGHT OF IT

After an evening of art, indulgence and applause, staying nearby lets the experience linger just a little longer.

Quest Geelong Central, the Official Accommodation Partner of Geelong Arts Centre, offers a relaxed and considered place to stay in the heart of the city. Thoughtfully designed apartments, quiet mornings, and generous living spaces make it easy to turn a night at the theatre into a weekend away.

With rooftop views across the Geelong waterfront and subtle nods to the local area throughout its design, Quest Geelong Central feels effortlessly connected to the cultural life of the city — comfortable, welcoming, and close to it all.

Geelong Arts Centre members can also access a special partner offer, including up to 20% off the best available rate at Quest Geelong Central for Gold and Platinum Members. To find out more, explore our memberships.

Where irrepressible energy meets culinary delight

Nestled within Geelong Arts Centre, Tutti is Geelong Arts Centre’s dedicated dining space. Heroing wholesome, healthy, and seasonal produce, Tutti brings you a menu bursting with flavours that will leave you energised and satisfied.

OPENING HOURS

Coffee and Grab & Go
Mon - Fri, 7:30am - 3:00pm
Sat, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Open Sunday on performance days

A La Carte Lunch Service
Mon - Sat, 12:00pm - 2:30pm

Open Sunday on performance days

Dinner
Show nights only from 5:30pm

Pre Show Drinks
Bars open 1 hour pre-performance

BOOK ONLINE NOW

Phone - 1300 188 884
Email - tutti@geelongartscentre.org.au
Web - www.tutticafe.com.au

You’ve got your tickets, now why not grab a pre-show drink? Relax with a drink at one of our bars where we have a broad selection of wine, champagne, beer and spirits. Our bars are open 60 minutes prior to the show and during show intervals.

Please note –

Geelong Arts Centre is a cashless venue. Our Box Office, Bar & Tutti Cafe accept VISA and Mastercard

Bar openings are show dependent and subject to change. Before you attend your event, please visit the dedicated event page on the Geelong Arts Centre website for all of the latest show information.

Conferences, Parties and Events

Our award-winning complex has a number of versatile spaces to host your next event or function. Visit our Venue Hire page to learn more, or get in contact with us to chat further.

Ready to create something special?
Contact our Presenter Services Department today

P: 1300 251 200
E: presenterservices@geelongartscentre.org.au

How To Book

Phone: 1300 251 200
Online: geelongartscentre.org.au
In Person: 50 Little Malop St, Geelong
Phone Bookings
To make a booking over the phone, please have your credit card ready (charges apply).

Box Office Opening Hours
Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 3:00pm

*Box Office will also be open one hour before scheduled shows at the event venue. Before you attend your event, please visit the dedicated event page on the Geelong Arts Centre website for all of the latest show information.

Email: boxoffice@geelongartscentre.org.au

Concessions

Concession prices are available on most of our shows. If you are a senior, pensioner, full-time student or unemployed, please ask the Box Office about a concession price when booking your tickets.

GST

Please note that all prices are inclusive of GST where applicable.

Ticket Exchanges

No refunds/no exchanges unless recommended by the Live Performance Australia Ticketing Code of Practice.

Accessible entry is available at all of our venues, including parking, seating, and amenities.

Please note: Geelong Arts Centre staff are unable to assist with transferring or pushing wheelchairs for patrons.

Accessible entry at Costa Hall

For accessible entry to the Costa Hall balconies, please use the central lift located via the main Deakin University Waterfront entrance. The full Deakin University Mobility Map can viewed here

Car Parking

See general parking information in the 'Where can I park?' section above or view the Geelong CBD accessibility map for more information on nearby parking and accessible amenity options.

Geelong Arts Centre believes that the arts are for everyone. That’s why we offer a wonderful array of family-friendly events that are guaranteed to captivate, inspire, entertain, and ignite a lifelong love of the performing arts.

Geelong Arts Centre also offers convenient family-friendly facilities at our venues, such as pram parking and a parent’s room with baby changing facilities.

Learn more about what’s on for families at Geelong Arts Centre

Family Magic Program
Parrwang Community Arts
What's On Page

Visiting from out of town? Whether you’re staying for a week or just a weekend, there’s always something special to experience in Geelong and the surrounding regions. Spend a morning exploring Geelong’s public art, take a walk down by the waterfront, or taste your way through our laneway bars and restaurants.

Here are a few itinerary-starters for you in our cultural precinct:

• Geelong Gallery
• Geelong Library and Heritage Centre

To get the full scoop and learn Geelong's best-kept secrets, head to visitgeelongbellarine.com.au

Our partners also showcase a wide range of activities and local attractions on their websites:

• City of Greater Geelong
• Tourism Greater Geelong and the Bellarine
• Central Geelong

Our accommodation partner Quest Geelong Central provides the perfect base to explore the region’s culture, food, and attractions and conveniently located in short walking distance to Geelong Arts Centre!

Book your stay online or phone 03 5212 9100