Lovely Banks Travel Guide
Geelong
Visit Lovely Banks
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Abe Wood Reserve
Abe Wood Reserve is just one of the places to see in Geelong, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
GMHBA Stadium
Catch an event at GMHBA Stadium during your trip to Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
Things to do
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of the Great Ocean Road, Australia
Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne
Melbourne: Great Ocean Road & Iconic Coastal Views Day Tour
Melbourne Magic Show: Impossible Occurrences Ticket
Torquay: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Great Ocean Road
Top hotels in Lovely Banks
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Room very clean and spacious. Food at Franca’s was beautiful
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Rydges Geelong
Good location
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Eden Oak Geelong
Quiet beautiful location within the park. Is still walkable to everything. Good breakfast included and nice atmosphere. Clean modern rooms.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Admiralty Inn
The room was comfortable and adequate for a one night stay . The bathroom had recently been renovated but some other parts of room looked a little tired, carpet stains. We will stay again .
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Eastern Sands City Centre
Shower screen dirty , dusty , shower gel been used , toilet seat wet , tv was dirty clean beds , does not look like it does in the photos , had plastic bag on smoke detector
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Other neighbourhoods around Lovely Banks
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.
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.
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.
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.
Newtown
Unique features of Newtown include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Balyang Sanctuary or The Heights Heritage House and Garden while you're exploring the area.
