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Geelong

Photo by Jade Craven
Photo by Jade Craven

Popular places to visit

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

Balyang Sanctuary

Explore the great outdoors at Balyang Sanctuary, a lovely green space in Geelong. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this relaxing area.

Balyang Sanctuary
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
Walkway around the swimming enclosure

Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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 relaxing area, find time to visit its shops.

Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure

The Heights Heritage House and Garden

You can learn about the history of Geelong with a visit to The Heights Heritage House and Garden. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this relaxing area.

The Heights Heritage House and Garden

Things to do

Private Day Tour at The Great Ocean Road

Private Day Tour at The Great Ocean Road

$715
per traveler
Private Day Tour at The Great Ocean Road
GRAMPIANS N.P.

3-Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour from Melbourne

$1,755
per adult
3-Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour from Melbourne
One of the 'must' drive coastal roads of the world

3-Day Melbourne to Adelaide Tour Including the Great Ocean Road

$1,582
per adult
3-Day Melbourne to Adelaide Tour Including the Great Ocean Road
Great Ocean Road is scenic all year around

Overnight Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne

$926
per adult
Overnight Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne
Geelong Ballooning Flight over Geelong & Bellarine Peninsula

Geelong Ballooning Flight over Geelong & Bellarine Peninsula

$260
per adult
Geelong Ballooning Flight over Geelong & Bellarine Peninsula
Werribee Zoo & Werribee Mansion Tour

Werribee Zoo & Werribee Mansion Tour

$94
per adult
Werribee Zoo & Werribee Mansion Tour
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Newtown Hotel Deals

Kingsway Motel Geelong

Kingsway Motel Geelong

2 out of 5
9 Aberdeen St, Newtown, VIC
$67 nightly
The price is $75 total per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
$75 total
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal and Geelong Performing Arts ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (73 reviews)
"Lovely clean room, recently renovated, had everything we needed. Shower was excellent. Great location, great value."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

Kingsway Motel Geelong
Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong

4 out of 5
Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St, Geelong, VIC
$100 nightly
The price is $110 total per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
$110 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Total includes taxes and 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! (1,007 reviews)
"It was a very convenient location for my purposes and easy to locate. I’ve stayed there several times and each time has been very good."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Rydges Geelong
Admiralty Inn

Admiralty Inn

3 out of 5
66 Mckillop Street, Geelong, VIC
$70 nightly
The price is $77 total per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
$77 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Very comfortable and well priced"

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

Admiralty Inn
Wyndham Resort Torquay

Wyndham Resort Torquay

4 out of 5
100 The Esplanade, Torquay, VIC
$129 nightly
The price is $142 total per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
$142 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Total includes taxes and fees
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! (1,011 reviews)
"Located a few mins drive from the centre of town and opposite the beach, the hotel is in a great location. Beds were comfy and the shower had good pressure. Staff were friendly and attentive."

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Wyndham Resort Torquay
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

4 out of 5
40 Ryrie Street, Geelong, VIC
$92 nightly
The price is $101 total per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
$101 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Total includes taxes and 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! (291 reviews)
"Good clean property, fairly central. Would be happy to return."

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

4.5 out of 5
6 Bellerine St, Geelong, VIC
$124 nightly
The price is $136 total per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
$136 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Total includes taxes and fees
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! (1,444 reviews)
"Apartments in excellent location close to everything."

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
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Other neighborhoods around Newtown

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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
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
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, Little Creatures Brewery and GMHBA Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

South Geelong
This is a lovely place to go exploring at any time of the year. There is a walking track along the river that leads to a number of platforms, which has beautiful views over the falls. After a decent winters rain, it's great for photographers. In summer you can find a lot of skinks here. Great biodiversity. #lovemytown

Highton

Highton might not have many top sights, but Balyang Sanctuary and Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Highton
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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
When the tide is low, you can see the remains of the lime kilns. You can see them on the Stingaree Bay side of Eastern Park. They are reinforced with steel. #localgem

East Geelong

You'll enjoy the beaches and gardens in East Geelong. You might want to make time for a stop at Geelong Botanical Gardens or Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure.

East Geelong
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