South Geelong

Geelong

The historic building of Queenscliff South Pier against the blue ocean on a sunny day. Victoria, Australia. The pier is a prominent tourist attraction and recreational fishing area in the coastal town
The historic building of Queenscliff South Pier against the blue ocean on a sunny day. Victoria, Australia. The pier is a prominent tourist attraction and recreational fishing area in the coastal town
Walking distance from the South Geelong train station, the Little Creatures Brewery is a fun place to spend the day. It's like the Willy Wonka factory for beer lovers! White Rabbit is also on the premises. #SMDdoesOZ #Geelong #Australia

Popular places to visit

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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.

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 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.

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

Things to do

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

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

P1,004
per traveler
Australia’s Great Ocean Road: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Geelong Waterfront

Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise

P7,702
per adult
Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise
Geelong Ballooning Flight over Geelong & Bellarine Peninsula

Geelong Ballooning Flight over Geelong & Bellarine Peninsula

P17,319
per adult
Geelong Ballooning Flight over Geelong & Bellarine Peninsula
Bay cruise across Port Phillip Bay

Around the Bay Food and Wine Taste Trail

P8,924
per adult
Around the Bay Food and Wine Taste Trail
One of the 'must' drive coastal roads of the world

3-Day Melbourne to Adelaide Tour Including the Great Ocean Road

P97,800
per adult
3-Day Melbourne to Adelaide Tour Including the Great Ocean Road
Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula

Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula

P16,708
per adult
Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula
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Top hotels in South Geelong

Colonial Lodge Motel Geelong

Colonial Lodge Motel Geelong

3 out of 5
57 Fyans Street South Geelong VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P6,716 per night from Mar 17 to Mar 18
P6,716
P7,388 total
Mar 17 - Mar 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Geelong. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal and GMHBA Stadium ...
5.6/10 (362 reviews)
The staff were very nice would stay again

Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026

Colonial Lodge Motel Geelong
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 P5,339 per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
P5,339
P5,873 total
Feb 25 - Feb 26
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
Wyndham Resort Torquay

Wyndham Resort Torquay

4 out of 5
100 The Esplanade Torquay VIC
The price is P8,358 per night from Mar 11 to Mar 12
P8,358
P9,193 total
Mar 11 - Mar 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Room was tidy but there were heaps of marks on walls and view out window was of pile of cut branches

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Wyndham Resort Torquay
The Sands Torquay

The Sands Torquay

4 out of 5
2 Sands Boulevarde Torquay VIC
The price is P8,052 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
P8,052
P8,857 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (590 reviews)
Good size room, poor outlook, clean, good check in.

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

The Sands Torquay
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Other neighbourhoods around South Geelong

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Breakwater

Though Breakwater might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Geelong Showground and GMHBA Stadium.

Breakwater
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 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
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. #localgem

East Geelong

You'll enjoy the beaches and gardens in East Geelong. You might want to make time for a stop at Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure or Geelong Botanical Gardens.

East Geelong
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
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Newcomb

Travelers like the shopping in Newcomb, and Mill Markets is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Newcomb

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