Highlights

Queenscliff Harbour
Maritime history
Queenscliff Harbour
Queenscliff Harbour is a destination in itself and being a working harbour there is always something to see and do. The 250 berth marina is home to the...
Dolphins in Port Phillip Bay, Mornington Peninsula, Victoria, Australia
Wildlife & zoos
Dolphins
Watch from the shore, or join an organised expedition to swim with or cruise alongside Port Phillip Bay's friendly bottlenose and common dolphins.
Leisure activities
Adventure Park
Super charge your summer at Victoria's biggest theme park, Adventure Park Geelong. Offering awesome family fun and unlimited rides all day long, Adventure...
Barwon Heads Golf Course, Geelong and the Bellarine, Victoria, Australia
Outdoor activities
Golf
Grab your golf bag and make a beeline for Barwon Heads, the home of three of the top 100 Australian public access courses as ranked by Ausgolf.
Thirteenth Beach, Geelong and the Bellarine, Victoria, Australia
Nature & wildlife
Beaches and coastlines
Ride the waves, take a walk along the white sand, or cool off during the summer months at bayside and ocean beaches in Geelong and the Bellarine.
Thirteenth Beach, Geelong and the Bellarine, Victoria, Australia
Road trips & itineraries
Geelong and the Bellarine Daytrip
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.

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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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Five of the best

Clyde Park Vineyard, Geelong and the Bellarine, Victoria, Australia
Winery restaurants
Adventure Park, Geelong and the Bellarine, Victoria, Australia
Family fun
Berry picking, Geelong and the Bellarine, Victoria, Austalia
Local produce

What's on

Rone 'I’ve seen fire and I’ve seen rain' 2016
Exhibitions
Rone in Geelong
Until 16 May 2021
Over the last two decades, Geelong-born artist Rone has built an exceptional reputation for large-scale wall paintings and immersive installations that...
Street Parade 2020
Multicultural
Pako Festa - A Celebration of Cultural Diversity Reimagined
Until 27 Mar 2021
Pako Festa 2021- Global Food: Saturday 27 February from 10:30am (pre-bookings required).Geelong’s much loved annual award-winning Pako Festa returns for...
Queenscliff Station
Family
Swan Bay Express Train Rides
28 Feb 2021
The Bellarine Railway volunteers are delighted to be able to welcome the public back for steam train rides along the shores of Swan Bay. Steam train rides...
Strolling through the Twilight Market
Produce markets
Golden Plains Farmers' Market
06 Mar 2021
The Golden Plains and Moorabool Valley regions are famous for fresh food, local produce, free-range meats, flowers, award-winning wines, gourmet food producers,...
Baker Institute IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong
Sports
IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong
28 Mar 2021
IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong has been postponed to 28 March.A multi-looped fast course, IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong is set to test avid triathletes looking for a challenging...
Scandinavian Airshows wooing the 2019 Airshow crowd
Sports
Australian International Airshow
26 - 28 Nov 2021
Australian International Airshow is the biggest and best Airshow in the southern hemisphere, incorporating breathtaking flying displays, a huge variety...
Pirra Homestead
Festivals
Lara Food and Wine Festival
27 Mar 2022 (dates to be confirmed)
It is with heavy hearts the organising committee of the Lara Food & Wine Festival announce there will be no festival in 2021. We have based our decision...
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Destinations

At The Heads,Geelong and the Bellarine, Victoria, Australia
Destinations
Barwon Heads
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
Destinations
Geelong
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
Destinations
Ocean Grove
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
Destinations
Point Lonsdale
Witness ocean and bay waters collide at the notorious entrance to Port Phillip Bay, then enjoy more peaceful pursuits along the foreshore.
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Offers & packages

Ferry Ride with Friends
$39 per person*
Searoad Ferries Queenscliff
Lunch & Sail
Sail to lunch and indulge with delicious food from RORO Café on the Beach. Includes return ferry travel.
Rone 'I’ve seen fire and I’ve seen rain' 2016
Save 20%*
Rone in Geelong
Port Phillip Ferries 20% off
Present your Port Phillip Ferries ticket to receive 20% off Adult exhibition tickets.
Rone 'I’ve seen fire and I’ve seen rain' 2016
Save 20%*
Rone in Geelong
V/Line 20% off
Present your V/Line ticket to receive 20% off Adult entry to the Rone in Geelong exhibition.

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