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Geelong
Photo by Jade Craven
Photo by Jade Craven

Popular places to visit

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The Carousel

Learn about the local history of Geelong with a stop at The Carousel. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

The Carousel
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You Yangs Regional Park

Explore the great outdoors at You Yangs Regional Park, a lovely green space in Geelong. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its casinos.

You Yangs Regional Park
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Little Creatures Brewery

You can take time to visit Little Creatures Brewery during your travels to Geelong. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Little Creatures Brewery
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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.

Lara Heritage and Historical Museum
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Kevin Hoffman Walk

Explore the great outdoors at Kevin Hoffman Walk, a lovely green space in Geelong. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Kevin Hoffman Walk
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Six Ways Bell Park

Explore the great outdoors at Six Ways Bell Park, a lovely green space in Geelong. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Six Ways Bell Park

Things to do

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Private Day Tour at The Great Ocean Road

￥107,227
Per adult
Private Day Tour at The Great Ocean Road
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Greater Geelong & The Bellarine Self-Guided Bike Tour Wine Region

￥12,672
Per adult
Greater Geelong & The Bellarine Self-Guided Bike Tour Wine Region
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Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise

￥18,424
Per adult
Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise
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Around the Bay Food and Wine Taste Trail

￥19,398
Per adult
Around the Bay Food and Wine Taste Trail
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Bellarine Food and Wine Taste Trail

￥18,424
Per adult
Bellarine Food and Wine Taste Trail
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Private Two Day Great Ocean Road Tour

￥146,218
Per adult
Private Two Day Great Ocean Road Tour
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Lara Hotel Deals

Admiralty Inn
Admiralty Inn
2.5 out of 5
66 Mckillop Street, Geelong, VIC
The price is ￥13,461 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
￥13,461
per night
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this motel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (996 reviews)
"Easy check in and check out."

Reviewed on Apr 6, 2024

Admiralty Inn
Lara Lodge
Lara Lodge
3.5 out of 5
325 Forest Road North, Lara, VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥17,823 per night from Apr 23 to Apr 24
￥17,823
per night
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Stay at this 3.5-star cabin in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a patio. Popular attractions Serendip Sanctuary and Kevin Hoffman Walk are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (76 reviews)
"Great relaxing place to stay"

Reviewed on Apr 3, 2024

Lara Lodge
Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara
Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara
3 out of 5
69 Curletts Road, Lara, VIC
Fully refundable
The price is ￥14,880 per night from Apr 23 to Apr 24
￥14,880
per night
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace. Popular attractions Kevin Hoffman Walk and Six Ways Bell Park are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (97 reviews)
"Really good communication from host. Comfortable room / bathroom well set up."

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2024

Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara
R Hotel Geelong
R Hotel Geelong
4 out of 5
10 Bellerine Street, Geelong, VIC
The price is ￥17,688 per night from May 19 to May 20
￥17,688
per night
May 19 - May 20
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (413 reviews)
"Friendly staff, well appointed rooms, nice view of the park and waterfront."

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2024

R Hotel Geelong
Wyndham Resort Torquay
Wyndham Resort Torquay
4 out of 5
100 The Esplanade, Torquay, VIC
The price is ￥18,274 per night from Apr 24 to Apr 25
￥18,274
per night
Apr 24 - Apr 25
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Scoffed at when answered we were staying one night only. Tried to sell Wyndham resort presentation for $100 voucher, when I politely declined, I was scuffed at again. Will not recommended personally. Had a lovely resort pool so disappointed we were spoken to like we do not stay in nicer places."

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2024

Wyndham Resort Torquay
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
40 Ryrie Street, Geelong, VIC
The price is ￥17,055 per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
￥17,055
per night
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (66 reviews)
Stylish new hotel
"Stylish new hotel in great position. Room was beautifully presented with a lovely view. Very comfortable bed and dinner was delicious. Undercover on site parking an added bonus. Highly recommend staying here"

Reviewed on Apr 10, 2024

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong, an IHG Hotel
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Other neighborhoods around Lara

During the Australian International Airshow

Avalon

While Avalon isn't home to many top sights, Limeburners Lagoon Flora and Fauna Reserve and Avalon Coastal Reserve are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Corio

You'll enjoy the restaurants and seaside views in Corio. You might want to make time for a stop at Corio Native Grasslands Reserve or Limeburners Lagoon Flora and Fauna Reserve.

Corio
Snagged this beautiful sunset at the you Yang’s at the end of a shoot for a client 😊

Little River

You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Little River. You might want to make time for a stop at You Yangs or You Yangs Regional Park.

Little River
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Norlane

Travelers like the theme parks in Norlane, and Waterworld is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Norlane
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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.

North Geelong
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Geelong West

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Geelong West and surrounding area, you can visit Rippleside Park and Geelong Golf Course.

Geelong West

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