Lara Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Photo by Jade Craven
Photo by Jade Craven

Popular places to visit

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The Carousel

4/5(13 reviews)

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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You Yangs Regional Park

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at You Yangs Regional Park, a lovely green space in Geelong. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its casinos.

You Yangs Regional Park
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Little Creatures Brewery

You can take time to visit Little Creatures Brewery during your travels to Geelong. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Little Creatures Brewery
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Lara Heritage and Historical Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Lara Heritage and Historical Museum in Geelong. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.

Lara Heritage and Historical Museum
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Kevin Hoffman Walk

5/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Kevin Hoffman Walk, a lovely green space in Geelong. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Kevin Hoffman Walk
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Serendip Sanctuary

5/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Serendip Sanctuary, a lovely green space in Geelong. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.

Serendip Sanctuary

Activities

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Greater Geelong & The Bellarine Self-Guided Bike Tour Wine Region

AU$130
Per adult
Greater Geelong & The Bellarine Self-Guided Bike Tour Wine Region
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Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise

AU$189
Per adult
Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise
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Surf Coast and Livewire Tour

AU$275
Per adult
Surf Coast and Livewire Tour
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2 Day Private Luxury Great Ocean Road Tour

AU$1,980
Per adult
2 Day Private Luxury Great Ocean Road Tour
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Melbourne Magic Show: Impossible Occurrences Ticket

AU$40
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Melbourne Magic Show: Impossible Occurrences Ticket
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Private Small-Group Great Ocean Road Tour Lunch Included

AU$975
Per adult
Private Small-Group Great Ocean Road Tour Lunch Included
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Our pick of the best Lara Hotel Deals

Admiralty Inn
Admiralty Inn
2.5 out of 5
66 Mckillop Street, Geelong, VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$149 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$149
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this motel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (996 reviews)
"I love staying here, it’s really busy all the time and the rooms are always really clean. I like that they have cutlery available to use. Bathroom is great. Bed is clean and comfortable. There’s other seating and table options, which is great. I just wish the slide chain locks could be replaced so ..."

Reviewed on 26 Apr. 2024

Admiralty Inn
Lara Lodge
Lara Lodge
3.5 out of 5
325 Forest Road North, Lara, VIC
The price is AU$175 per night from 6 May to 7 May
AU$175
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3.5-star cabin in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a patio. Popular attractions Serendip Sanctuary and Kevin Hoffman Walk are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (76 reviews)
"Great relaxing place to stay"

Reviewed on 3 Apr. 2024

Lara Lodge
Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara
Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara
3 out of 5
69 Curletts Road, Lara, VIC
Fully refundable
The price is AU$158 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$158
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace. Popular attractions Kevin Hoffman Walk and Six Ways Bell Park are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (97 reviews)
"Really good communication from host. Comfortable room / bathroom well set up."

Reviewed on 21 Mar. 2024

Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara
Wyndham Resort Torquay
Wyndham Resort Torquay
4 out of 5
100 The Esplanade, Torquay, VIC
The price is AU$190 per night from 3 May to 4 May
AU$190
per night
3 May - 4 May
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful views from our room of Bass Strait, despite the poor weather and great shoreline walking tracks. Poor internal carpark signage and lifts access signage.. confusing."

Reviewed on 30 Apr. 2024

Wyndham Resort Torquay
R Hotel Geelong
R Hotel Geelong
4 out of 5
10 Bellerine Street, Geelong, VIC
The price is AU$184 per night from 6 May to 7 May
AU$184
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (425 reviews)
"Amenities were great."

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2024

R Hotel Geelong
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
40 Ryrie Street, Geelong, VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$189 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$189
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (70 reviews)
"The staff were always friendly, welcoming and helpful. The hotel is lovely and clean, modern and spotless! The breakfast was fantastic - everything on offer and the service was fantastic! We will return!"

Reviewed on 30 Apr. 2024

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong, an IHG Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Lara

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Avalon

Though Avalon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lara Heritage and Historical Museum and Limeburners Lagoon Flora and Fauna Reserve.

Avalon
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Corio

You'll enjoy the restaurants and seaside views in Corio. You might want to make time for a stop at Corio Native Grasslands Reserve or Limeburners Lagoon Flora and Fauna Reserve.

Corio
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Little River

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

Little River
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Norlane

Travellers like the theme parks in Norlane, and Waterworld is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Norlane
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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
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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 Rippleside Park and Geelong Golf Course.

Geelong West

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