Geelong and the Bellarine, Victoria, Australia

Nature & wildlife

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.

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.

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...

National parks & reserves

You Yangs Regional Park

The distinctive granite peaks of the You Yangs rise from the flat volcanic plains between Melbourne and Geelong. The You Yangs is a fantastic park for...

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.

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.

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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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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

WI Champions 2016 — 16 October - 13 November 2022

Sports

ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2020 - Postponed

The ICC Men's T20 World Cup in Australia, which was postponed due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, will now take place from: 16 October - 13 November...

Festivals

Toast to the Coast

The iconic Toast to the Coast two-day festival is one of the most anticipated events on the local calendar, showcasing the very best cool-climate wines...

Racing Pits at Geelong Revival — 27 - 29 Nov 2020

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 27th to Sunday 29th November,...

Sports

IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong

A multi-looped fast course, IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong is set to test avid triathletes looking for a challenging and unique experience along Geelong’s spectacular...

Rone 'I’ve seen fire and I’ve seen rain' 2016 — 27 Feb - 16 May 2021

Exhibitions

Rone in Geelong

Over the last two decades, Geelong-born artist Rone has built an exceptional reputation for large-scale wall paintings and immersive installations that...

Festivals

Lara Food and Wine Festival

Running since 2009, the Lara Food and Wine Festival has become a must see on the food and wine calendar. With a wide range of food and wine vendors from...

Scandinavian Airshows wooing the 2019 Airshow crowd — 26 Nov 2021

Sports

Australian International Airshow

Australian International Airshow is the biggest and best Airshow in the southern hemisphere, incorporating breathtaking flying displays, a huge variety...

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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.

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.

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.

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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Lon Spa

Private Mineral Retreat for two

Package includes treatments of choice, graze and bathe platter and a bottle of local sparkling. $780 per couple, 180 minutes.

Hazy Tales Studio

10 people book get $10 off per person

Book ten people for a private clay and cocktails afternoon or evening and get $10 off per person.

Sea All Dolphin Swims

Half Price Children's Sightseeing Tours

Enjoy half price children’s tickets on a multi award winning seal and dolphin cruise just 90 minutes from Melbourne.

Surfers at Forrest Caves beach, Phillip Island, Victoria, Australia

Nature & wildlife

Beaches and coastlines

Drag yourself away from the Great Ocean Road with its dramatic rock sculptures and soaring views, and discover more of Victoria's stunning coastline.

Food & wine

Seafood

From water to waiter, beachside and lakeside restaurants and eateries serve up the freshest seafood from Victoria's surf, bays, rivers and lakes.

Outdoor activities

Fishing

Fish Victoria and cast a line on the bay, an empty beach, river or inlet, head out to sea or fly-fish for trout in a mountain stream or alpine lake.

Children discovering First Peoples at Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Melbourne Museum, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Things to do

Family activities

Bring the kids and make the most of Victoria's interactive museums and festivals, exhilarating outdoor adventures and fascinating wildlife parks.

Geelong & the Bellarine

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