Lara
Geelong
Popular places to visit
Serendip Sanctuary
Explore the great outdoors at Serendip Sanctuary, a lovely green space in Geelong. While in this relaxing area, find time to visit its shops.
Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Geelong with a trip to Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
The Carousel
Enjoy an outing to The Carousel during your stay in Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
You Yangs Regional Park
You can take time to visit You Yangs Regional Park during your travels to Geelong. Amble around the area's parks or visit its casinos.
Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Waterfront Precinct. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
Lara Heritage and Historical Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Lara Heritage and Historical Museum during your trip to Geelong. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of the Great Ocean Road, Australia
Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula
3-Day Melbourne to Adelaide Tour Including the Great Ocean Road
3-Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour from Melbourne
Lara Hotel Deals
Lara Lodge
"Very quiet location Good parking Not far to shops Cabins are clean and comfortable"
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara
Admiralty Inn
"Very enjoyable stay! Well done!"
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
"Perfect location and staff amazing"
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
Eden Oak Geelong
"the pool was very well heated"
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Wyndham Resort Torquay
"I lived the shower and tge bed was very comfortable"
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Lara
Avalon
While Avalon isn't home to many top sights, Avalon Coastal Reserve and Kevin Hoffman Walk are some notable places to visit nearby.
Corio
You'll enjoy the restaurants and seaside views in Corio. You might want to make time for a stop at Beckley Park International Raceway or Corio Native Grasslands Reserve.
Norlane
Travelers like the theme parks in Norlane, and Leisuretime Sports Precinct is a top attraction you might want to visit.
North Geelong
You'll enjoy the restaurants and spas in North Geelong. You might want to make time for a stop at Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal or Geelong Golf Course.
Geelong West
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Geelong West and surrounding area, you can visit Islamic Society of Geelong and Geelong Golf Course.
Waterfront Precinct
If you're spending some time in Waterfront Precinct, Geelong Botanical Gardens and Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure are top sights worth seeing.
