Explore Geelong, Victoria, Australia, with this interactive street and satellite map. You can “grab” the Geelong, VIC map and move it around to re-centre it. You can change between standard map view and satellite map view by clicking the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. You can use the zoom buttons on the lower right side of the map to zoom in or out to street-level detail.
This page also offers TOPO MAPS — Geoscience Australia topographic mapping and the classic NATMAP 1:250 000 sheets — plus a labelled MGA grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below. You will find live weather, local and world news further down the page.
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Geelong, Victoria, Australia. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture to zoom in and out.
Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen for a larger view. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key on your keyboard, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).
Drag the map to pan to any area of Victoria or beyond. Switch to Satellite view to see high-resolution aerial photography of Geelong and surrounding areas, including streets, buildings, parks and waterways.
TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the Geoscience Australia National Base Map — seamless topographic mapping covering the mainland, Tasmania and the external territories. NATMAP 250K shows the classic NATMAP 1:250 000 map sheets, mosaicked nationwide — the printed sheets generations of Australians navigated the outback with. The search box finds any Australian town, suburb or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Geelong.
Reading the map like a paper sheet. Click Grid to overlay the Map Grid of Australia (MGA), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.
Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as an MGA grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — the grid reference being what emergency services and search and rescue work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need mobile coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load, which across much of inland Australia is most of the time.
Map search is available for a limited number of queries per session to manage costs. Be specific — search precisely for best results.
| Locality | Geelong |
| State | Victoria (VIC) |
| Local Government Area | Greater Geelong City |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -38.14876 |
| Longitude | 144.36333 |
| Population | 282,809 |
| Density | 85183.4 /km² |
| Area | 3.3 km² |
| Elevation | 23 m |
| Postcode | 3220 |
| Area Code | 03 |
| Distance to Melbourne | 64 km southwest |
Geelong is a locality in the Greater Geelong City local government area of Victoria, Australia. With a population of 282,809, Geelong is a major urban centre in Victoria. The locality covers an area of 3.3 km², giving a population density of about 85183.4 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 23 m above sea level. It lies approximately 64 km southwest of Melbourne. Geelong is located at 38.1488°S, 144.3633°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 3220.
Geelong's broad, sweeping harbour, an arm of Port Phillip Bay, shapes its very character, offering a generous embrace to the city that spills inland across gently undulating terrain. It lies 36.2 km south-west of Werribee, VIC (from Werribee, VIC: bearing 222°T), and is situated 4.9 km north-east of Highton. The Barwon River threads its way through the southern reaches, a ribbon of life reflecting the sky, while the northern fringes of Geelong transition into the drier, more open landscapes that hint at its pastoral past. The air here often carries the tang of salt, a constant reminder of its maritime connection, and the light, especially in the late afternoon, can possess a soft, buttery quality as it washes over the terracotta rooftops and the broad avenues. This is a place that feels both expansive and intimate, a city that has grown outward from its watery heart, drawing strength from the land and the sea.
Geelong's history is deeply interwoven with its port and the industries that have flourished along its shores, beginning as a vital supply point for the burgeoning Victorian colony. Its early prosperity was built on wool, with vast quantities passing through its docks, and this agricultural heritage continues to influence its character, with surrounding areas still dedicated to farming and grazing. Over time, manufacturing, particularly textiles and automotive industries, became significant pillars of Geelong's economy, leaving a legacy of industrial architecture and skilled labour. While some of these traditional industries have evolved, Geelong remains a dynamic economic centre, with a growing focus on healthcare, education, and advanced manufacturing, its workforce adapting to new opportunities while retaining a connection to its industrious past.
The cultural heartbeat of Geelong is as vibrant as its coastal setting suggests, with a passionate sporting scene that embraces the nation's favourite pastimes. The city is home to the Geelong Cats in the AFL, a team steeped in tradition and beloved by its fervent supporters, and the Melbourne Storm in the NRL also find a home here. Cricket thrives with the presence of the Melbourne Renegades in the Big Bash League, and football fans cheer on the Geelong United FC in the A-League. Beyond the roar of the crowds, Geelong hosts a calendar of engaging events, from the beloved Geelong Revival Motoring Festival to various arts and music celebrations that enliven its streets throughout the year. Iconic landmarks, such as the historic waterfront and its charming carousel, draw visitors and locals alike, while the nearby beaches offer a refreshing escape. Renowned institutions like Deakin University contribute to the city's intellectual landscape, and Geelong has been the birthplace and home of many celebrated individuals, including acclaimed musicians, talented actors, and accomplished athletes who have carried its name to national and international stages.
Sources: curated tourist landmarks, CAPAD 2024 (Australian protected areas), OpenStreetMap.
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This page provides a street and satellite map of Geelong, Victoria. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Geelong, in the Greater Geelong City local government area.
Detailed location data for Geelong includes the postcode (3220), telephone area code (03), and local government area (Greater Geelong City), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any Australian town, suburb or landmark by name; offers Geoscience Australia topographic mapping and the classic NATMAP 1:250 000 sheets as base layers; overlays a labelled Map Grid of Australia (MGA) so the map can be read like a printed topographic sheet; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as an MGA grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require mobile coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Geelong is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | October 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; © Geoscience Australia National Base Map and NATMAP 1:250 000 (CC BY 4.0); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model) |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |