Geelong and the Bellarine, Victoria, Australia

Overview

Geelong & the Bellarine

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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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.

Queenscliff railway sign, Geelong and the Bellarine, Victoria, Australia

Cycling

Bellarine Rail Trail

Discover the Bellarine Peninsula, cycling along the old railway line from bustling Geelong past wildflowers and native birdlife to Queenscliff.

Art galleries

Geelong Gallery

Established in 1896, the Geelong Gallery is one of Australia’s leading and oldest regional art galleries.Since its establishment, the gallery has amassed...

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...

Geelong waterfront, Geelong and the Bellarine, Victoria, Australia

Things to do

10 reasons to visit Geelong and the Bellarine

We're giving you 10 inarguable reasons to get on down to G-Town and the bewdiful Bellarine, but you'll soon have a bunch of reasons all of your own.

Geelong & the Bellarine

Best of food and wine

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

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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

Sidney Nolan Ned Kelly 1946, enamel paint on composition board. National Gallery of Australia. — Until 26 May 2019

Exhibitions

Sidney Nolan’s Ned Kelly series

For the first time in 15 years, the National Gallery of Australia’s collection of Sidney Nolan’s ‘Ned Kelly’ paintings is touring Australia in its entirety...

Port Phillip Ferries Mussels, Wine & Bay Cruise Events — 06 Apr 2019

Food & wine

Mussels, Wine and Bay Cruise Tour with Port Phillip Ferries

Join Port Phillip Ferries for a unique cruise around Portarlington’s mussel farms on their April Mussels, Wine and Bay Cruise events.Get the low-down on...

Exhibitions

Wildlife Photographer of the Year 54

The world-renowned exhibition, Wildlife Photographer of the Year 54 returns to the National Wool Museum from 22 March - 14 July 2019. On loan from London's...

Peter Crawford at the NBL 3x3 Pro Hustle — 13 - 14 Apr 2019

Sports

NBL 3x3 Pro Hustle Tour - Geelong

The 3x3 Pro Hustle Tour will be taking over the Geelong Waterfront this April. This showcase event will feature a purpose-built blacktop and outdoor stadium,...

Art & exhibitions

Geelong After Dark

On Friday 3 May from 6:00pm to 10:00pm, heighten your senses and abandon what you know at Geelong After Dark, a celebration of artists and the role they...

Multicultural

National Celtic Festival

The National Celtic Folk Festival is the premier Celtic festival in the southern hemisphere.The National Celtic Folk Festival is a four day arts, culture...

Festivals

National Celtic Folk Festival

An easy 90-minute drive from Melbourne, the township of Portarlington is an ideal location for the festival and showcases the region. Nestled between the...

Racing Pits at Geelong Revival — 22 - 24 Nov 2019

Lifestyle

Geelong Revival Motoring Festival

The Geelong Revival Motoring Festival will be back bigger and better than ever. Held on Geelong's picturesque waterfront, Friday 22 to Sunday 24 November,...

Cycling

Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race

Inspired by Europe’s prestigious one-day classic races, the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race is the first of its kind in Australia. It has rapidly been...

More events

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.