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 relaxing 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 walkable area.
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 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.
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
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of the Great Ocean Road, Australia
Balloon Rides in Geelong and 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
"Very quiet location Good parking Not far to shops Cabins are clean and comfortable"
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Admiralty Inn
"Tired property looked like lots of permanents"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Rydges Geelong
"Not Much Variety in food"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Eden Oak Geelong
"Very comfortable beds and good shower. The rooms are clean and spacious. Breakfast was delicious. I would definitely go back again."
Reviewed on 20 May 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.
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 Islamic Society of Geelong and 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 Central
If you're spending some time in Geelong Central, Westfield Geelong and Geelong Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.
