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Soak up the good life in the Geelong and Bellarine region. Wander down historic streetscapes and tee off at lush golf courses, perfect for summer afternoons. Explore the burgeoning foodie scene, complete with craft breweries, local wineries, farm gates and provedores. Surf, paddle and swim at bay and ocean beaches, and get close to local wildlife in Port Phillip Bay.

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Narana Entrance

Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre

Aboriginal art
Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre a significant attraction on Victoria's Great Ocean Road, offering free visitor's programs.Narana seeks to build understanding...
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.
Close up of Geelong Gallery façade

Geelong Gallery

Art galleries
Five years before Australia became a nation, Geelong Gallery was established. For over 125 years Geelong Gallery has amassed a significant collection of...
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
Queenscliff, Geelong & the Bellarine

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.
Dolphins in Port Phillip Bay, Mornington Peninsula, Victoria, Australia

Dolphins

Wildlife & zoos
Watch from the shore, or join an organised expedition to swim with or cruise alongside Port Phillip Bay's friendly bottlenose and common dolphins.
Queenscliff railway sign, Geelong and the Bellarine, Victoria, Australia

Bellarine Rail Trail

Cycling
Discover the Bellarine Peninsula, cycling along the old railway line from bustling Geelong past wildflowers and native birdlife to Queenscliff.
Barwon Heads Golf Course, Geelong and the Bellarine, Victoria, Australia

Golf

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

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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Steam train trips

Swan Bay Express Train Rides

Family
01 Oct 2023
Travel across the Bellarine along Swan Bay and through remnant bushland. Sit back in the comfortable leather seats as the train traverses rural farmland...
Strolling through the Twilight Market

Golden Plains Farmers' Market

Produce markets
07 Oct 2023
The Golden Plains and Moorabool Valley regions are famous for fresh food, local produce, free-range meats, flowers, award-winning wines, gourmet food producers,...
Queenscliff Music Festival

Queenscliff Music Festival

Festivals
23 - 26 Nov 2023
The Queenscliff Music Festival once again hits the shores of Queenscliff this November 2023.With a reputation for providing an intimate festival experience...
The Geelong Revival Motoring Festival celebrates the Geelong waterfront.

Geelong Revival Motoring Festival

Lifestyle
24 - 26 Nov 2023
The Geelong Revival Motoring Festival is an action-packed motoring festival held on Geelong’s picturesque waterfront. Take pole position for the historic...
Johnstone Park

Geelong Beer Festival

Festivals
20 Jan 2024
Geelong Beer Festival returns to the picturesque and iconic Johnstone Park, lined with palm trees, lush grass and a natural ampitheatre. The site lends...
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IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong

Sports events
24 Mar 2024
IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong has long been the best-kept secret on the Oceania circuit, with a stunning venue, world-class course, vibrant community and loads...

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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 Foreshore, 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.

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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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Baby Bliss Package, pregnant belly ready for massage

Baby Bliss Package

Lon Retreat & Spa
From $1415*
Enjoy a two nights stay and spa package at Lon Retreat and Spa.
Two Cocktails on the bar at Edge Geelong, an example of 'Cocktail House' $16 specials on offer

Cocktail House $16 Cocktail Specials

Edge Geelong
Cocktail special *
Sip and save with $16 cocktails every Friday and Saturday night.
Indoor golf simulator

Half Price X Golf

Curlewis Golf Club & The Range at Curlewis The Bellarine
Half price off all X Golf options including single and group sessions*
Experience X Golf at Curlewis Golf Club for half price.