Popular places to visit
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 holiday is part of your travel plans, Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure might be the perfect place to visit 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 through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Avalon Coastal Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Avalon Coastal Reserve, a lovely green space in Geelong.
Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Geelong with a trip to Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Things to do
3-Day Melbourne to Adelaide Tour Including the Great Ocean Road
Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula
3-Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour from Melbourne
Overnight Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne
Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne
Top hotels in Avalon
Wyndham Resort Torquay
Friendly staff, clean room, good position
Reviewed on 13 Nov, 2025
Admiralty Inn
Clean room quick check in
Reviewed on 12 Nov, 2025
The Sands Torquay
Nice hotel but could be cleaner
Reviewed on 9 Nov, 2025
Rydges Geelong
Nice motel. Clean rooms. Great breakfast.
Reviewed on 6 Nov, 2025
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Breakfast have to pay but it is good.people nice,good amenities, good room service.
Reviewed on 14 Nov, 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 6 Nov, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Avalon
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.
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.
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.
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.
Waterfront Precinct
If you're spending some time in Waterfront Precinct, Geelong Botanical Gardens and Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure are top sights worth seeing.
Geelong West
While there might not be top attractions in Geelong West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Geelong Golf Course and The Carousel.
