Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
Little Creatures Brewery
You can take time to visit Little Creatures Brewery during your travels to Geelong. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
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.
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 12 Apostles kangaroo & koala tour
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
Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne
Top hotels in Highton
Wyndham Resort Torquay
Friendly staff, clean room, good position
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
Admiralty Inn
Clean neat and tidy room, comfortable bed & great shower! Would recommend and would stay here again.
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
The Sands Torquay
Nice hotel but could be cleaner
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Rydges Geelong
Nice motel. Clean rooms. Great breakfast.
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Staff great, room clean, will stay again
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Eden Oak Geelong
We had a lovely stay, the pool was beautiful and warm, we also enjoyed Thai for dinner at the in house restaurant. Great weekend away with our family of 4.
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Highton
Belmont
Get to know Belmont by checking out its shopping, spas, and river views. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Balyang Sanctuary or Little Creatures Brewery during your time in the area.
Newtown
Unique features of Newtown include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Balyang Sanctuary or The Heights Heritage House and Garden while you're exploring the area.
Waurn Ponds
Visitors to Waurn Ponds enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Saint Regis Winery is worth a stop.
South Geelong
If you're spending some time in South Geelong, Little Creatures Brewery and GMHBA Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Grovedale
Travelers enjoy Grovedale for its beaches and bars. Consider checking out Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre while you're in the area.
Geelong Central
If you're spending some time in Geelong Central, Westfield Geelong and Geelong Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.
