Lara Travel Guide
Geelong
Popular places to visit
Serendip Sanctuary
Explore the great outdoors at Serendip Sanctuary, a lovely green space in Geelong. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
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.
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 relaxing area, find time to visit its shops.
Lara Heritage and Historical Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Lara Heritage and Historical Museum in Geelong. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula
Geelong Ballooning Flight over Geelong & Bellarine Peninsula
Private Shore Tour: Bellarine Peninsula Wine Experience
3-Day Melbourne to Adelaide Tour Including the Great Ocean Road
Top hotels in Lara
Lara Lodge
Great checkin Cabin was clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Rydges Geelong
The room was clean and spacious. The only gripe was the air conditioning. It wouldn't go lower than 19 degrees and the room felt so stuffy and humid. Wehad a very restless night and our babies couldnt settle.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Short bu comfortable
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Eden Oak Geelong
Excellent
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Wyndham Resort Torquay
The pool area was amazing. Rooms were clean and tidy. Ocean view room very noisy with road traffic. I would select a pool view room next time.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Admiralty Inn
Spider webs hanging from ceiling and lamps. Carpet was grossly stained as well as the sofa. We just did not like to walk without shoes on this carpet and sit on the sofa.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lara
Avalon
Though Avalon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Avalon Coastal Reserve and 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.
Norlane
Travellers like the theme parks in Norlane, and Waterworld is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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
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.
Waterfront Precinct
If you're spending some time in Waterfront Precinct, Geelong Botanical Gardens and Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure are top sights worth seeing.
