Balliang
Geelong
Popular places to visit

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

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.

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.

Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Waterfront Precinct. While in this relaxing area, find time to visit its shops.
Little River-Ripley Streamside Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Little River-Ripley Streamside Reserve, a lovely green space in Geelong.
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.
Things to do

Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne

Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles kangaroo, koala and chocolate tour

Torquay: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Great Ocean Road

Werribee Mansion and Sovereign Hill 1 Day Tour

Australia’s Great Ocean Road: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Great Ocean Road Full-Day Sunset Eco Tour from Melbourne
Top hotels in Balliang

Rydges Geelong
Very pleasant staff and great amenities. The only down side is that the bathroom was very small.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Eden Oak Geelong
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

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
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

Admiralty Inn
Overnight stay after arriving from a ferry trip. Met my expectations for such a need.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Oaks R Suites Geelong
great room spacious, clean and quiet.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Quest Geelong Central
Was fab
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Balliang

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 Serendip Sanctuary.

Avalon
While Avalon isn't home to many top sights, Avalon Coastal Reserve and Kevin Hoffman Walk are some notable places to visit nearby.

Corio
You'll enjoy the restaurants and seaside views in Corio. You might want to make time for a stop at Beckley Park International Raceway or Corio Native Grasslands Reserve.

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.

Geelong West
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Geelong West and surrounding area, you can visit The Carousel and Geelong Performing Arts Center.

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.
