Geelong and the Bellarine

Travel 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.

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The geelong carousel is a highlight of the waterfront precinct. The custom made pavillion surrounding it will protect your children from the elements #localgem

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 You Yangs Regional Park or Kevin Hoffman Walk.

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
Awesome mammatus clouds over the lake at Armstrong Creek Geelong.

Armstrong Creek

If you're spending some time in Armstrong Creek, Armstrong Creek Public Purposes Reserve and Warralily Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Armstrong Creek
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Moolap

When in Moolap, you can plan a visit to Bellarine Rail Trail and Geelong Showground, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Moolap
Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong

4 out of 5
Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St Geelong VIC
The price is P6,671 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
P6,671
P7,338 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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! (1,005 reviews)
Very pleasant staff and great amenities. The only down side is that the bathroom was very small.

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Rydges Geelong
Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong

4 out of 5
20 Adams Court East Geelong VIC
The price is P5,357 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
P5,357
P5,893 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (485 reviews)
Quiet location in a park, seem to be targeting families so a little bit noisy until kids go to sleep but very quiet after that. Lovely Thai food available from the bar.

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Eden Oak Geelong
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

4 out of 5
40 Ryrie Street Geelong VIC
The price is P6,177 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
P6,177
P6,795 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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! (376 reviews)
Ez check-in, clean rooms, towels and sheets. ez check-in and check-out. Good value for money. Nice stay.

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Quest Geelong Central

Quest Geelong Central

4 out of 5
71-77 Gheringhap St Geelong VIC
Stay at this aparthotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (266 reviews)
Nice building and facilities, we are impressed.

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Quest Geelong Central
Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

4.5 out of 5
6 Bellerine St Geelong VIC
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,495 reviews)
Clean, great location and pleasant staff

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
13th Beach Golf Lodges

13th Beach Golf Lodges

4 out of 5
1732 Barwon Heads Rd Connewarre VIC
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Connewarre. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Popular attractions 13th Beach Golf Links and 13th Beach ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (138 reviews)
was a great place to stay & the staff were the best.

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

13th Beach Golf Lodges
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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