Fyansford Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Ferry

Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal

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

Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
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
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

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

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 relaxing area, find time to visit its shops.

Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure

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

Kardinia Park

Explore the great outdoors at Kardinia Park, a lovely green space in Geelong. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Kardinia Park

Activities

Picture 3 for Activity Torquay: 2-Hour Surf Lesson on the Great Ocean Road

Torquay: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Great Ocean Road

AU$205
per adult
Torquay: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Great Ocean Road
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
Melbourne Magic Show: Impossible Occurrences Ticket

Melbourne Magic Show: Impossible Occurrences Ticket

AU$40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Melbourne Magic Show: Impossible Occurrences Ticket
Geelong Waterfront

Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise

AU$189
per adult
Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise
Learn to Surf at Ocean Grove on the Bellarine Peninsula

Learn to Surf at Ocean Grove on the Bellarine Peninsula

AU$84
per adult
Learn to Surf at Ocean Grove on the Bellarine Peninsula
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
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Our pick of the best Fyansford Hotel Deals

Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong

4 out of 5
Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St Geelong VIC
The price is AU$168 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
AU$168
26 Feb - 27 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! (1,009 reviews)
Receptionist (female) was quite rude. No face washers available. Restaurant closed on a Sunday. Will not be back

Reviewed on 23 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! (1,007 reviews)
Nice and cosy

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Admiralty Inn
Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong

4 out of 5
20 Adams Court East Geelong VIC
The price is AU$149 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
AU$149
3 Mar - 4 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
Wyndham Resort Torquay

Wyndham Resort Torquay

4 out of 5
100 The Esplanade Torquay VIC
The price is AU$218 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
AU$218
11 Mar - 12 Mar
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! (1,002 reviews)
Room was great. Had everything we needed. Cant beat the location

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Wyndham Resort 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$173 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
AU$173
24 Mar - 25 Mar
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (381 reviews)
The room was clean and comfortable. Food was delicious.Stafcourteous

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Torquay Foreshore Caravan Park

Torquay Foreshore Caravan Park

3 out of 5
35 Bell St Torquay VIC
The price is AU$218 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
AU$218
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach cabin in Torquay. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Front Beach and Torquay Golf Club are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (673 reviews)
Room just renovated, looks much better

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Torquay Foreshore Caravan Park
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Other neighbourhoods around Fyansford

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 The Heights Heritage House and Garden or Balyang Sanctuary while you're exploring the area.

Newtown
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

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Highton and surrounding area, you can visit Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre and Kardinia Park.

Highton
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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 The Carousel and Geelong Performing Arts Center.

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
The Geelong Waterfront is a tourist and recreation area on the north facing shores of Corio Bay. The area was once part of the Port of Geelong.

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
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

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