Geelong and the Bellarine Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Panorama Rocky beach with rock formations and tidal pools blue sky
Panorama Rocky beach with rock formations and tidal pools blue sky
Geelong helicopters offer scenic flights regularly from the Geelong Waterfront. Rides can last from 5 - 30 minutes #localgem
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
The geelong carousel is a highlight of the waterfront precinct. The custom made pavillion surrounding it will protect your children from the elements #localgem

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Where to stay in Geelong and the Bellarine

The big wheel on the waterfront.

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
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 GMHBA Stadium during your time in the area.

Belmont
Wildlife Wetlands Sanctuary is located in the open grassy woodlands and wetlands of the volcanic Western Plains in between Melbourne and Geelong, in Lara.

Lara

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

Lara
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Leopold

While visiting Leopold, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Connwarre and Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve.

Leopold
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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
Awesome mammatus clouds over the lake at Armstrong Creek Geelong.

Armstrong Creek

While visiting Armstrong Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Warralily Reserve and Dooliebeal Reserve.

Armstrong Creek
Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong

4 out of 5
Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St Geelong VIC
The price is AU$168 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$168
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Couldn't fault the staff, cleanliness or amenities. For the price, it's a great value option. The parking charge is too steep but it's possible to free-park on the street only a few hundred metres away.

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Rydges Geelong
Admiralty Inn

Admiralty Inn

3 out of 5
66 Mckillop Street Geelong VIC
The price is AU$136 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
AU$136
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
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Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Admiralty Inn
Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong

4 out of 5
20 Adams Court East Geelong VIC
The price is AU$142 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
AU$142
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (492 reviews)
All good… room could do with a little more lighting and USB charge ports would be nice. Overall very nice. Breakfast was magnificent.

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Eden Oak Geelong
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Quest Geelong Central

Quest Geelong Central

4 out of 5
71-77 Gheringhap St Geelong VIC
Stay at this aparthotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (269 reviews)
Loved it. Will stay there again next time for Festival of Sails

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Quest Geelong Central
Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

4.5 out of 5
6 Bellerine St Geelong VIC
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,498 reviews)
Nice spacious apartment with everything we needed. Great location close to the waterfront and great restaurants.

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
Luxury Beachside Entertainer With Heated Pool

Luxury Beachside Entertainer With Heated Pool

St Leonards VIC
Stay at this holiday home in St Leonards. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Swan Bay - Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve and Salt ...
A Perfect Retreat
Nestled in a quiet yet accessible area, the property effortlessly blends luxury with practicality, making it the perfect choice for families or groups seeking both relaxation and adventure. We were welcomed to a heated pool, prepped to a perfect 35 degrees, creating a haven for the kids and adults ...

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2024

Luxury Beachside Entertainer With Heated Pool
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Cities near Geelong and the Bellarine

Southbank featuring a high-rise building, a city and a bridge

Melbourne

Queenscliff which includes a garden

Queenscliff

Torquay which includes a bay or harbour and a sandy beach as well as a large group of people

Torquay

Océan grove

Ocean Grove

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