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Famous for being the windsurfing capital of Australia, Geraldton attracts bronze-bodied surfers from all over the world. However, that’s just the tip of what this coastal town has to offer. Geraldton also boasts rich Western Australian culture, including Old English artefacts and a really special culinary landscape that strives to showcase the freshest produce in season. Book your Geraldton car hire in advance with https://www.enjoytravel.com/au for a trip to remember. You’ll find the best deals when booking in advance, with average daily hire prices just $35.04 AUD for a compact vehicle such as a Kia Rio. An SUV - like a Mitsubishi Outlander - will cost on average of $48 AUD per day.
Guide to Geraldton
Geography
Geraldton is a port town located in the Mid West region of Western Australia. It is situated about 424 kilometres north of Perth, the state capital.
Climate
The climate in Geraldton is a mix of Meditteranean and semi-arid so summers are very hot and last long while winters are typically short and mild. The best time to visit would be between January and June or September and December.
Culture in Geraldton
The traditional custodians of Geraldton are the Aboriginal Yamaji (also known as Wajarri) peoples.
Things to do in Geraldton
Visit a 19th-century historical relic
Best known for its red-and-white candy-like stripes, the heritage-listed Point Moore Lighthouse is an important cultural and historical attraction in Geraldton. It was made in Birmingham, England in 1876 and brought over to Australia in 1877, making it the first steel tower to be constructed on the mainland. It proudly stands 34 metres tall and faces the Lighthouse beach, which is popular among divers. Catch the stunning views of the ocean from the lighthouse.
Enjoy some of the best waves in the country
You can't visit Geraldton without making the most of its excellent sea breeze and waves. You can rent equipment for windsurfing, paddle surfing and kite surfing at popular beaches like Back Beach, Seppos, Coronation Beach and Sunset Beach. If you’re new to the sport, don’t worry, there are plenty of training schools along the beachfront as well. Aside from surf-related activities, you can also indulge in other water sports like fishing, boating and sailing. Make sure to keep an eye out for rip tides while you’re in the ocean.
Eating out in Geraldton
For a gorgeous weekend tapas-style brunch overlooking the azure ocean on a waterfront deck, Skeetas Restaurant Bar & Cafe is a must. It’s a casual eatery serving top-notch nosh. Craving melt-in-your-mouth lamb kebabs? Both Geraldton Turkish Kitchen and Snazzy Cafe and Kebabs have got you covered. Flowvitality attracts omnivores and herbivores alike with their impossibly delicious vegan and vegetarian dishes. Their menu is constantly changing and features interesting flavour combinations.
Geraldton Transport
Airport
The closest airport is Geraldton Airport (GET). Multiple flights a day operated by QantasLink fly to only one destination- Perth.
Getting around Geraldton
Geraldton’s public bus service is run by TransGeraldton. To get from Perth to Geraldton and vice-versa via coach, take Transwa. Many visitors also opt to hire a car as having their own vehicle gives them much more comfort and flexibility in exploring the Australian Outback more fully.
