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There's a unique bit of magic happening in Geelong and the Bellarine – think seaside getaway with all the perks of a vibrant, evolving city.

Follow us for a sun-kissed laze on golden beaches. Pick the energy up a tick in the pounding surf. Pedal lush peninsula rail trails and make excellent friends with the grape at classy cellar doors. Revitalise with some contemporary and urban art. Then fill your belly at Geelong's creative restaurants. This is the five-course bit. The maybe just a drop more bit. The really memorable bit.

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National Celtic Folk Festival

Festivals
05 - 08 Jun 2026
Portarlington is calling. The Bellarine Peninsula turns up the heat each winter with four days of Folk, Arts and some Celtic magic along the foreshore...

Highlights

Little Malop Street, Geelong

Little Malop Street

Jam-packed with cafes, restaurants and bars, plus a stunning art gallery and imposing library, Little Malop Street is Geelong's must-do destination
Jack Rabbit Vineyard, Bellarine, Geelong and the Bellarine, Victoria, Australia

Best of food and wine

Eat & drink
Pack your appetite and take a gastronomic wander through Geelong and the Bellarine to discover big names, as-yet-unknowns and fresh, local fare.
Geelong Foreshore, Victoria, Australia

Geelong and the Bellarine Daytrip

Road trips & itineraries
Set off from Melbourne on a self-guided touring route of Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula and see seaside villages, vibrant towns and bay views.
Fairy Park

Fairy Park

Family
Family attraction Fairy Park, located just 60 minutes from Melbourne and 30 minutes from Geelong, has taken over 60 years to create. Dedicated to tales,...
Barwon Heads Golf Course, Geelong and the Bellarine, Victoria, Australia

Golf

Outdoor & adventure
Grab your golf bag and make a beeline for the Bellarine, home to three of Australia's top 100 public access courses, as ranked by Australian Golf Digest
At the Heads, Barwon Heads, Victoria

Beaches and coastlines

Nature & wildlife
Ride the waves, take a walk along the sands, or cool off during the summer months at bayside and ocean beaches in Geelong and the Bellarine.
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Jack Rabbit Vinedyard

Jack Rabbit Vineyard

Wineries
Hop to it for sophisticated cool-climate wines, an award-winning restaurant, cellar door, tasting room, bistro-style cafe and stunning coastal views.
Strolling through the Twilight Market

Golden Plains Farmers' Market

Produce markets
02 Aug 2025
The Golden Plains and Moorabool Valley regions are famous for fresh food, local produce, free-range meats, flowers, award-winning wines, gourmet food producers,...
Geelong Library & Heritage Centre

Geelong Library & Heritage Centre

Literature
The spectacular Geelong Library & Heritage Centre is the perfect place to relax, learn, work and discover.Superbly located in Geelong's Cultural Precinct,...
UNESCO Geelong

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Tastes of Greater Geelong

Festivals
Until 20 Jul 2025
Come along on a culinary adventure and take part in Geelong's annual food festival featuring the best in food, drink and hospitality that the Greater Geelong...
Steam train trips

Swan Bay Express Train Rides

Family
20 Jul 2025
Travel across the Bellarine along Swan Bay and through remnant bushland. Sit back in the comfortable leather seats as the train traverses rural farmland...
Kids playing in the snow

Adventure Park's Winter Glow

Family
17 Jul 2025
Adventure Park's Winter Glow brings snow, lights, fire, ice and theme park rides together in a fun and immersive family festival celebrating all things...
Strolling through the Twilight Market

Golden Plains Farmers' Market

Produce markets
02 Aug 2025
The Golden Plains and Moorabool Valley regions are famous for fresh food, local produce, free-range meats, flowers, award-winning wines, gourmet food producers,...
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Queenscliffe Literary Festival

Literature
17 Oct 2025
Held in the last two weekends of October, this seaside literary festival is a celebration of Australian authors, books and ideas featuring some of their...
Johnstone Park

Geelong Beer Festival

Festivals
17 Jan 2026
Geelong Beer Festival returns to the picturesque and iconic Johnstone Park, lined with palm trees, lush grass and a natural ampitheatre. Delivering an...
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Festival of Sails

Sports events
24 - 26 Jan 2026
Join over 100,000 spectators on Geelong's waterfront this Australia Day weekend for five days of yacht racing, live music, fireworks and lots more.
Chinese Community Of Geelong

Pako Festa - A Celebration of Cultural Diversity

Multicultural
28 Feb 2026
Pako Festa has been Victoria’s premier free multicultural festival for over 40 years. This annual community street festival celebrates cultural diversity...
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IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong

Sports events
22 Mar 2026
Whether you're wrapping up a summer of racing or kicking off a new season, Greater Starts Here. The bayside town of Geelong is a gem that is no longer...

Destinations

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At The Heads,Geelong and the Bellarine, Victoria, Australia

Barwon Heads

Destinations
Relax at this popular summer holiday destination at the mouth of the Barwon River with quiet river beaches, friendly cafes and excellent golf courses.
Geelong waterfront, Geelong and the Bellarine, Victoria, Australia

Geelong

Destinations
Explore Victoria's second largest city, Geelong, the gateway to the Bellarine Peninsula and the Great Ocean Road with a diverse range of activities.
Ocean Grove Beach, Geelong and the Bellarine, Victoria, Australia

Ocean Grove

Destinations
Take in picturesque Ocean Grove, a fantastic spot to enjoy the summer sun with a wide surf beach, flourishing nature reserve and shopping precinct.
Point Lonsdale Lighthouse, Geelong and the Bellarine, Victoria, Australia

Point Lonsdale

Destinations
While away sunny days in ocean surf or along the calm bay foreshore at Point Lonsdale, a hamlet at the tip of the Bellarine Peninsula.

Five of the best

Clyde Park Vineyard, Geelong and the Bellarine, Victoria, Australia

Winery restaurants

Berry picking, Geelong and the Bellarine, Victoria, Austalia

Local produce

Geelong waterfront, Geelong and the Bellarine, Victoria, Australia

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Choice Of Mains - $49 Express Lunches at Eileen's Charcoal Grill

$49 Express Lunches

Eileen's Charcoal Grill
$49 Includes entree and main*
$49 Two Course Express Lunches make it easy to experience some of Eileen’s signature dishes at lunchtime. Available Wednesday to Sunday.
Pregnancy Massage

Baby Bliss Package

Lon Retreat & Spa
From $1676 Twin Share*
For self-care & prepare. Babymoon package for 2 adults including accommodation, spa & grazing all uniquely tailored for the parents to be.
Beautiful Ocean Grove

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Ocean Edge Holiday Rentals - Bellarine
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