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.
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.
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.
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
The Q Train - First Class Private Dining For 2
3-Day Melbourne to Adelaide Tour Including the Great Ocean Road
Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula
Private Day Tour at The Great Ocean Road
3-Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour from Melbourne
Top hotels in Avalon
Wyndham Resort Torquay
Room was clean and tidy
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Admiralty Inn
Clean neat and tidy room, comfortable bed & great shower! Would recommend and would stay here again.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
The Sands Torquay
The rooms were spacious and the bathroom smelt nice! Staff were so accommodating and it felt as if you have met them before when it’s your first time there.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Rydges Geelong
Nice motel. Clean rooms. Great breakfast.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Eden Oak Geelong
The pool is incredible.. the restaurant was lovely had a great meal when we arrived and breakfast was amazing.. staff very friendly!
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Staff great, room clean, will stay again
Reviewed on 3 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 Serendip Sanctuary.
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.
Waterfront Precinct
If you're spending some time in Waterfront Precinct, Eastern Beach and Westfield Geelong 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.
East Geelong
You'll enjoy the beaches and gardens in East Geelong. You might want to make time for a stop at Geelong Botanical Gardens or Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure.
