Geraldton

Geraldton boasts a vibrant city centre yet retains the laidback feel of the country. And the best part? It is sprawled alongside the dazzling waters of the Indian Ocean.

The result is a mix of city, coast and country – a place where you can breathe in the scent of bush wildflowers during spring or smell the fresh salty air of the ocean on the coast. You can dine in a waterfront city restaurant or stroll barefoot on the beach.

The heart of this regional hub is sprawled along the foreshore adorned with grassy parklands, playgrounds, public art, and foot and cycle paths. This is the ideal place to while away an afternoon with a picnic by the ocean, or swim, cycle, jog and walk soaking up the area’s warm Mediterranean climate.

Embracing the foreshore is the Geraldton city centre. Few cities in the world boast such close proximity to the ocean. This vibrant hub is abuzz with activity as shoppers cruise the shopping strip and people fill bars, cafes and restaurants. Colourful art flags flap in the sea breeze and palms add a tropical feel to this seaside city centre.

But it is not just the city centre that impresses visitors. Be sure to visit some of the coastline where activities such as swimming, surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, diving and snorkelling are popular.