Geelong and the Bellarine

Travel Guide

Queenscliff showing a garden
Queenscliff which includes heritage elements and signage
Queenscliff featuring heritage elements
Queenscliff which includes a park
Barwon Heads

Where to stay in Geelong and the Bellarine

Serendip Sanctuary is a great place to see Emus and Kangaroos in a 'wild' setting. They let many native animals roam free and you can just walk past them. They have a number of bird hides and enclosures where you can also see native animals. It's free to visit and is close to Lara train station.

Lara

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Lara. You might want to make time for a stop at You Yangs Regional Park or Serendip Sanctuary.

Lara
Geelong which includes rides

Geelong Central

If you're spending some time in Geelong Central, Westfield Geelong and Geelong Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.

Geelong Central
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Waurn Ponds

Visitors to Waurn Ponds enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Saint Regis Winery is worth a stop.

Waurn Ponds
Belmont Common is one of my favourite birdwatching areas in Geelong. There is a bird hide at Jerringot Wildlife Research. You get a lot of waterbirds in the area and also the occasional bird of prey. It's well known for crakes, rails and lathams snipe. #localgem

Belmont

Get to know Belmont by checking out its shopping, spas, and river views. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Balyang Sanctuary or Little Creatures Brewery during your time in the area.

Belmont
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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
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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 Geelong Golf Course and The Carousel.

Geelong West
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

4 out of 5
40 Ryrie Street, Geelong, VIC
The price is ￥18,459 per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
￥18,459
￥20,305 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (305 reviews)
"Great location if you have a show at GPAC"

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong

4 out of 5
Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St, Geelong, VIC
The price is ￥13,856 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
￥13,856
￥15,242 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Very comfortable bed, large room has everything you need. Bathroom was a bit sad, paint peeling on the roof and was quite cramped."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

Rydges Geelong
Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong

4 out of 5
20 Adams Court, East Geelong, VIC
Fully refundable
The price is ￥11,110 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
￥11,110
￥12,273 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (397 reviews)
"Old Built in 70s or 80s Needs work - a full renovation Circular structurée Access does not have ramps or a lift, just steps so you lug your bags up and down steps Breakfast is a good try But like a B grade movie Not sure how you get from A to B without a cat or Uber Staff are nice and helpful No ..."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

Eden Oak Geelong
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Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

4.5 out of 5
6 Bellerine St, Geelong, VIC
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,455 reviews)
"I only stayed for one night with my partner for a concert but the facilities were great and the reception were so friendly and helpful. 100% would come back here again!!"

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025

Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
Quest Geelong Central

Quest Geelong Central

4 out of 5
71-77 Gheringhap St, Geelong, VIC
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (215 reviews)
"We found the bed a little bit too hard to sleep on, everything else was all good. Promixity to town centre was excellent. The staff were very friendly. We have stayed in quite a few quest properties, as we are members, while I understand that they are all independant of each other, I was a bit taken ..."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Quest Geelong Central
Anchor Geelong

Anchor Geelong

3.5 out of 5
39 Swanston Street, Geelong, VIC
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly apartment in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Spirit of Tasmania Ferry ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (354 reviews)
"Very nice eco friendly and reasonable size room for overnight stay. Definitely recommended for a stay in South Geelong."

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

Anchor Geelong
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Popular places to visit

Puddles reflecting the mountains and sky #hiking #wanderlust

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.

You Yangs Regional Park
The Carousel

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.

The Carousel
Walking distance from the South Geelong train station, the Little Creatures Brewery is a fun place to spend the day. It's like the Willy Wonka factory for beer lovers! White Rabbit is also on the premises. #SMDdoesOZ #Geelong #Australia

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

Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal

4.5/5(14 reviews)

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.

Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal

Adventure Park Geelong

3/5(1 review)

Bring your family to Adventure Park Geelong and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Wallington. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Adventure Park Geelong

GMHBA Stadium

Catch an event at GMHBA Stadium during your trip to Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

GMHBA Stadium

Cities near Geelong and the Bellarine

Southbank featuring a river or creek, a high rise building and a bridge

Melbourne

Torquay showing a bay or harbor and a sandy beach as well as a large group of people

Torquay

Photo by Régine Sartre

Ocean Grove

Geelong which includes sailing, boating and a marina

Geelong