East Geelong Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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
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
Nice quiet spot!
Love the unfurling of fern fronds! <3

Popular places to visit

Puddles reflecting the mountains and sky #hiking #wanderlust

You Yangs Regional Park

4.5/5(13 reviews)

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
Geelong Carousel and Eastern Beach panorama, Geelong, Victoria Australia, early morning.; Shutterstock ID 1346846348; Purchase Order: SP-2381; Order Number: SP-2381 STAYZ/VRBO/BOOKABACH Nov 2019 - Ima

The Carousel

4/5(13 reviews)

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
Walkway around the swimming enclosure

Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure

4.5/5(165 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Waterfront Precinct. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.

Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure

Geelong Botanical Gardens

5/5(9 reviews)

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

Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal

4/5(254 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Geelong with a trip to Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal

GMHBA Stadium

4.5/5(68 reviews)

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

Activities

The Q Train - Q Class Social Dining

The Q Train - Q Class Social Dining

AU$144
per adult
The Q Train - Q Class Social Dining
Geelong Waterfront

Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise

AU$189
per adult
Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise
The Q Train - First Class For 2 - Lunch

The Q Train - First Class Private Dining For 2

AU$199
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Q Train - First Class Private Dining For 2
skydive Great Ocean Road

From Melbourne: Tandem Skydive over Great Ocean Road

AU$399
per adult
From Melbourne: Tandem Skydive over Great Ocean Road
Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula

Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula

AU$410
per adult
Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula
One of the 'must' drive coastal roads of the world

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

AU$2,400
per adult
3-Day Melbourne to Adelaide Tour Including the Great Ocean Road
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Our pick of the best East Geelong Hotel Deals

Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong

4 out of 5
20 Adams Court East Geelong VIC
The price is AU$147 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
AU$147
8 Feb - 9 Feb
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! (476 reviews)
Room was clean, staff were great and had good amenities.

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Eden Oak Geelong
Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong

4 out of 5
Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St Geelong VIC
The price is AU$152 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
AU$152
2 Feb - 3 Feb
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! (1,002 reviews)
Room was spotless and very comfortable bed. The downstairs dining is absolutely elite which is great when you're travelling for work and you don't need to leave the hotel to find dinner. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Rydges Geelong
The Sands Torquay

The Sands Torquay

4 out of 5
2 Sands Boulevarde Torquay VIC
The price is AU$211 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
AU$211
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (563 reviews)
The hotel was clean and had friendly staff—very quiet and close to the torquay town. We had a good relaxing stay.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

The Sands Torquay
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

4 out of 5
40 Ryrie Street Geelong VIC
The price is AU$159 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
AU$159
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (367 reviews)
Very friendly

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Wyndham Resort Torquay

Wyndham Resort Torquay

4 out of 5
100 The Esplanade Torquay VIC
The price is AU$212 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
AU$212
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Good location, clean room

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Wyndham Resort Torquay
Admiralty Inn

Admiralty Inn

3 out of 5
66 Mckillop Street Geelong VIC
The price is AU$145 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$145
1 Feb - 2 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! (1,001 reviews)
Great, easy location. Free parking. Clean.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Admiralty Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around East Geelong

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Newcomb

Travellers like the shopping in Newcomb, and Bellarine Rail Trail is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Newcomb
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
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

While visiting South Geelong, you might make a stop by sights like GMHBA Stadium and Kardinia Park.

South Geelong
Walkway around the swimming enclosure

Waterfront Precinct

If you're spending some time in Waterfront Precinct, Geelong Botanical Gardens and Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure are top sights worth seeing.

Waterfront Precinct
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Geelong West

While there might not be top attractions in Geelong West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like 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 Kardinia Park or GMHBA Stadium during your time in the area.

Belmont

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