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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.

Serendip Sanctuary
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Werribee Open Range Zoo

Why not visit the animals who live at Werribee Open Range Zoo and see why this is a popular attraction in Melbourne? Amble within the gardens or visit the spas in this romantic area.

Werribee Open Range Zoo
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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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Werribee Mansion

Find out about the history of Melbourne when you take a trip to Werribee Mansion. Amble within the gardens or visit the zoo in this relaxing area.

Werribee Mansion
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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 theme park.

You Yangs Regional Park
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Geelong Botanical Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Geelong Botanical Gardens, a lovely green space in Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this relaxing area.

Geelong Botanical Gardens

Top things to do in Lara

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Tandem Skydive Over Bells Beach, Torquay - up to 12,000ft

￥18,523
Per adult
Tandem Skydive Over Bells Beach, Torquay - up to 12,000ft
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Tandem Skydive Over Bells Beach, Torquay - up to 15,000ft

￥22,242
Per adult
Tandem Skydive Over Bells Beach, Torquay - up to 15,000ft
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Full-Day Great Ocean Road Surfing Tour

￥10,414
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Great Ocean Road Surfing Tour
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Great Ocean Road Introduction Surfing Lesson

￥5,966
Per adult
Great Ocean Road Introduction Surfing Lesson
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Pottery & Craft Holiday Workshops

￥3,122
Per adult
Pottery & Craft Holiday Workshops
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Beautiful Bellarine Discovery by Road to indulgence

￥57,138
Per adult
Beautiful Bellarine Discovery by Road to indulgence
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Top Hotels in Lara

Lara Lodge
Lara Lodge
3.5 out of 5
325 Forest Road North, Lara, VIC
The price is ￥13,531 per night from Jan 31 to Feb 1

Located in Lara, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Serendip Sanctuary and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Kevin Hoffman Walk. You Yangs Regional Park and Lara Heritage and ...…

4.6/5Exceptional! (22 reviews)

"Very clean. Very modern. Impressive TV. Good comms from kind owner. Comfy bed. Unfortunately you could tell someone had smoked in cabin #3 at some stage. No coffee machine. Car park was a mudbath. Would stay again!"…"

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2020

Lara Lodge
Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara
Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara
3 out of 5
69 Curletts Road, Lara, VIC
The price is ￥9,826 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24

Located in Lara, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Kevin Hoffman Walk and Serendip Sanctuary. You Yangs and The Carousel are also within 12 mi (20 ...…

4.5/5Wonderful! (72 reviews)

"Beautiful, modern room, massive bathroom, comfortable bed. Very peaceful and relaxing."…"

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2020

Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara
Rydges Geelong
Rydges Geelong
4 out of 5
Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St, Geelong, VIC
The price is ￥12,972 per night from Jan 27 to Jan 28

Located in the heart of Geelong, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Geelong Performing Arts Center and Westfield Geelong. Deakin University and Kardinia ...…

3.7/5Good! (1,007 reviews)

"Nice views, about 15min walk to main shopping centre. Great food and menu at the Rydges Restaurant (Nautica). Room was large and spacious although Bathroom is small. Rooms currently aren’t being serviced for 1-3nights stay but staff promptly brought us towels when asked."…"

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2021

Rydges Geelong
Wyndham Resort Torquay
Wyndham Resort Torquay
4 out of 5
100 The Esplanade, Torquay, VIC
The price is ￥16,966 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23

Situated by the ocean, this romantic hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Torquay Beach and Front Beach. Torquay Central Farmers Market and Surf World Museum ...…

4.2/5Excellent! (924 reviews)

"Always my favourite place to stay in Torquay. Wyndham Resort does nothing disappoint. Staff were friendly and very helpful. Called yo the next morning to ask for late check our. Was given an extra hour. Very happy and definitely will return. Had beautiful pool view"…"

Reviewed on Nov 20, 2020

Wyndham Resort Torquay
Geelong Conference Centre
Geelong Conference Centre
2.5 out of 5
20 Adams Court, East Geelong, VIC
The price is ￥10,845 per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29

Located in East Geelong, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Geelong Botanical Gardens and Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure. Westfield Geelong and The Carousel ...…

4.4/5Excellent! (272 reviews)

"Nice location and quiet. But expedia survey is not customer friendly. Expedia you need to change your attitude by not asking for more content."…"

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2021

Geelong Conference Centre
Eastern Sands City Centre
Eastern Sands City Centre
3.5 out of 5
1 Bellerine Street, Geelong, VIC
The price is ￥10,845 per night from Jan 27 to Jan 28

Located in the heart of Geelong, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Eastern Beach, Westfield Geelong, and Steampacket Gardens. National Wool Museum and ...…

3.8/5Good! (930 reviews)

"Nice and clean- basic but good. Parking was a bit of a nightmare- had to park on the main road as every spot was taken.great location very close to Geelong waterfront"…"

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2021

Eastern Sands City Centre
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Avalon

While Avalon isn't home to many top sights, Serendip Sanctuary and Port Phillip Bay Coastal Reserve are some notable places to visit nearby.

Avalon
View from big rock at you yangs regional park. There is a walk to the rock from the picnic area. The you yangs used to be volcanos. Big rock is just one example of the granite boulders you can find in the area. #localgem

Little River

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

Little River
A couple of minutes drive off Ballan Road. You will see the fields along the road. Find your spot and shoot!

Anakie

Travelers like the parks in Anakie, and Fairy Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Anakie
Balyang Sanctuary in Geelong is a great place for families to visit. The area was converted to a haven for various waterbirds including ducks, pelicans and cormorants. It is very close to the Barwon River Trail and has many tables for picnics. Birdwatchers can find many interesting animals here if they explore it in depth. #localgem

Newtown

Unique features of Newtown include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Kardinia Park or The Heights Heritage House and Garden while you're exploring the area.

Newtown
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

South Geelong

If you're spending some time in South Geelong, Kardinia Park and Little Creatures Brewery are top sights worth seeing.

South Geelong
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 Kardinia Park or Geelong Showground during your time in the area.

Belmont

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