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the carousel, waterfront geelong

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The Carousel sits proudly in an award winning custom made glass and steel Carousel Pavilion, on the Quay at Waterfront Geelong.
The 1892 Armitage-Herschell antique, fully restored Carousel is one of only 200 Carousel’s in operation around the world, and is a must see for young and old.
The Carousel also holds Children’s Birthday Parties, Weddings and Corporate Functions.
So, go and have a ride on The Carousel!

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11 comments


  1. 11 Felicity
    Jul 16th, 2008 at 12:40 pm

    Beautifully restored carousel with a fantastic view across Geelong and Corio Bay. My daughter had her 5th birthday party at the Carousel and we all had a wonderful time. The unrestored horse, display of old motor and restored original organ which offers accompanying music are all really interesting to look at while the kids have a ride.

  2. 10 Nick
    Jul 8th, 2008 at 11:45 am

    Great venue in an amazing location. We were there on a Sunday when the market was happening. Lots to do and see plus plenty to eat! Kids loved it.

  3. 9 Susan
    Jun 23rd, 2008 at 12:03 am

    It’s a clean, attractive facility with friendly staff . Both children and adults enjoy being there.

  4. 8 Kyle
    Jun 18th, 2008 at 4:53 pm

    The carousel is a true icon of the Geelong waterfront and the kids love it… including the big ones! Great staff and a wonderful experience to undertake on a sunny afternoon.

  5. 7 sandy
    Jun 12th, 2008 at 12:41 pm

    Having lived in Geelong for 18 years l have watched the development over this time and have to agree this is a great centre piece for the historic Eastern Beach. It is a necessary place to visit when ever my neices and nephews visit, where l get to ride on the lovely restored carousel with them and relive my childhood. Staff are always happy. A great place to visit and obviously a great place to work.

  6. 6 Claire
    Jun 11th, 2008 at 5:20 pm

    The Carousel is a great place to take your children, especially during the colder months when you need to escape the house. You can grab a coffee and sit down and relax while your children are entertained. Multi ride cards are available for frequent visitors like myself and the staff are always friendly and happy to help.

  7. 5 skye
    Jun 8th, 2008 at 3:02 pm

    I love coming here with my children to see the smiles on their faces…
    i had my 2year olds birthday here this year and it was wonderful. The staff were so helpful and I felt like i could just enjoy myself rather than rush around after everyone. I would definately recommend The Carousel to all my friends and will continue to go there regularly.

  8. 4 Tom
    Jun 8th, 2008 at 2:55 pm

    isn’t it good that the CoGG have put so much effert into the carousel and it’s associated steam engine: what a treasure to have and presented so as to allow it to be operated for demonstrational purposes. the staff are nice too.

  9. 3 Steve
    Jun 8th, 2008 at 1:48 pm

    The Carousel is such a great attraction for the waterfront Geelong! I went to a uni function there and it was so much fun. The staff were so helpful and really nice. What a great tourist attraction for Geelong!

  10. 2 Mark
    Jun 6th, 2008 at 4:15 pm

    A great attraction for the taday’s family enjoying the nostalgic experience of a bygone era on glorious Waterfront Geelong.

  11. 1 Emma C
    Jun 5th, 2008 at 3:25 pm

    I love The Carousel, its great for kids and adults. My friends had their wedding there and it was just perfect. And the staff are great too. Very friendly and very helpful. Nothing was a problem, in making sure my friends big day went well. I think the big kids liked riding on The Carousel more than the little kids.