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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
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

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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

Balyang Sanctuary

Explore the great outdoors at Balyang Sanctuary, a lovely green space in Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this relaxing area.

Balyang Sanctuary
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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.

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 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 relaxing area, find time to visit its shops.

Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure

The Heights Heritage House and Garden

You can learn about the history of Geelong with a trip to The Heights Heritage House and Garden. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this relaxing area.

The Heights Heritage House and Garden

Things to do

Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne

Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne

S$133
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne
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Torquay: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Great Ocean Road

S$183
per adult
Torquay: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Great Ocean Road
12 Apostles, Great Ocean Road

Private and Customised Great Ocean Road and Luxury Tour

S$1,293
per traveller
Private and Customised Great Ocean Road and Luxury Tour
Learn to Surf at Ocean Grove on the Bellarine Peninsula

Learn to Surf at Ocean Grove on the Bellarine Peninsula

S$75
per adult
Learn to Surf at Ocean Grove on the Bellarine Peninsula
The Q Train - Q Class Social Dining

The Q Train - Q Class Social Dining

S$127
per adult
The Q Train - Q Class Social Dining
Melbourne Magic Show: Impossible Occurrences Ticket

Melbourne Magic Show: Impossible Occurrences Ticket

S$36
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Melbourne Magic Show: Impossible Occurrences Ticket
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Top hotels in Newtown

Kingsway Motel Geelong

Kingsway Motel Geelong

2 out of 5
9 Aberdeen St Newtown VIC
The price is S$115 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
S$115
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal and Geelong Performing Arts ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (122 reviews)
Very friendly staff, ckean room and comfortable. Very convenient location

Reviewed on 15 Feb, 2026

Kingsway Motel Geelong
Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong

4 out of 5
Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St Geelong VIC
The price is S$160 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
S$160
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Couldn't fault the staff, cleanliness or amenities. For the price, it's a great value option. The parking charge is too steep but it's possible to free-park on the street only a few hundred metres away.

Reviewed on 13 Feb, 2026

Rydges Geelong
Admiralty Inn

Admiralty Inn

3 out of 5
66 Mckillop Street Geelong VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$133 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
S$133
18 Mar - 19 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Nice and cosy

Reviewed on 20 Feb, 2026

Admiralty Inn
Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong

4 out of 5
20 Adams Court East Geelong VIC
The price is S$125 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
S$125
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (491 reviews)
Room had a terrible smell. Smelt like an off dead animal. Complained within 5 minutes of being there as it was unbearable. The hotel knew about it, blaming the previous tenants with their cooking fish with fish oil in the room. They even admitted to not airing out the room as there was no fly wire ...

Reviewed on 19 Feb, 2026

Eden Oak Geelong
Wyndham Resort Torquay

Wyndham Resort Torquay

4 out of 5
100 The Esplanade Torquay VIC
The price is S$195 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
S$195
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Amenities

Reviewed on 19 Feb, 2026

Wyndham Resort Torquay
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

4 out of 5
40 Ryrie Street Geelong VIC
The price is S$146 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
S$146
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (381 reviews)
The room was clean and comfortable. Food was delicious.Stafcourteous

Reviewed on 19 Feb, 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Newtown

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Geelong West

While there might not be top attractions in Geelong West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Carousel and Geelong Performing Arts Center.

Geelong West
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
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

South Geelong

While visiting South Geelong, you might make a stop by sights like GMHBA Stadium and Kardinia Park.

South Geelong
This is a lovely place to go exploring at any time of the year. There is a walking track along the river that leads to a number of platforms, which has beautiful views over the falls. After a decent winters rain, it's great for photographers. In summer you can find a lot of skinks here. Great biodiversity. #lovemytown

Highton

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Highton and surrounding area, you can visit Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre and Kardinia Park.

Highton
The Geelong Waterfront is a tourist and recreation area on the north facing shores of Corio Bay. The area was once part of the Port of Geelong.

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.

North Geelong

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