Avalon
Geelong
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.
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.
Avalon Coastal Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Avalon Coastal Reserve, a lovely green space in Geelong.
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
3-Day Melbourne to Adelaide Tour Including the Great Ocean Road
The Q Train - First Class Private Dining For 2
Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula
3-Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour from Melbourne
Overnight Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne
Top hotels in Avalon
Rydges Geelong
Receptionist (female) was quite rude. No face washers available. Restaurant closed on a Sunday. Will not be back
Reviewed on 23 Feb, 2026
Admiralty Inn
Nice and cosy
Reviewed on 20 Feb, 2026
Eden Oak Geelong
All good… room could do with a little more lighting and USB charge ports would be nice. Overall very nice. Breakfast was magnificent.
Reviewed on 22 Feb, 2026
Wyndham Resort Torquay
Where do I start. The mould on the bathroom ceiling, the shower water ends up pooling on the bathroom floor (water hits the shower screen and drains into the tiled hob and this overflows onto the floor), the tv turned on both mornings at 7am waking us up, there were crumbs all over one of the couches ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb, 2026
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
The room was clean and comfortable. Food was delicious.Stafcourteous
Reviewed on 19 Feb, 2026
Torquay Foreshore Caravan Park
Room just renovated, looks much better
Reviewed on 15 Feb, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Avalon
Lara
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Lara. You might want to make time for a stop at Lara Heritage and Historical Museum or You Yangs Regional Park.
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, Geelong Botanical Gardens and Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure 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 The Carousel and Geelong Performing Arts Center.
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.
