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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.
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...
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.
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.
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...
Jack Rabbit Vineyard, Bellarine, Geelong and the Bellarine, Victoria, Australia
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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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

Strolling through the Twilight Market
Produce markets
Golden Plains Farmers' Market
01 May 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,...
Queenscliff Station
Family
Swan Bay Express Train Rides
18 Apr 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...
Offer
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...
A young woman wearign a possum cloak across her shoulder stand on a stage with an older woman
Literature
Queenscliffe Literary Festival
14 - 30 May 2021
The Queenscliffe Literary Festival is a celebration of Australian writers, books and ideas featuring some of the finest authors and thinkers in a program...
National Celtic Folk Festival - Zeon on stage
Festivals
National Celtic Folk Festival
11 - 14 Jun 2021
Let’s get this party started.The 2021 National Celtic Folk Festival will go ahead – it may be a little different this year but the organisers are super...
The Legendary Blues Train
Music
The Blues Train Revival Concert Series
02 Oct 2021
Experience a mini music festival on a heritage train, as you travel along the iconic Bellarine Railway. Enjoy a hearty Blues-inspired meal as you prepare...
Scandinavian Airshows wooing the 2019 Airshow crowd
Sports
Australian International Airshow
26 Nov 2021
Australian International Airshow is the biggest and best Airshow in the southern hemisphere, incorporating breathtaking flying displays, a huge variety...
Drone footage
Sports
IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong
20 Feb 2022
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...
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

Plenty of spaces to entertain and enjoy
$600*
Mi Casa on the Bellarine
Weekend Special
Spend three nights at Mi Casa on the Bellarine for the price of two, during the months of April and May.
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.
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.
R Hotel Geelong Secure Onsite Parking
Free car parking*
R Hotel Geelong
Book Direct Discount plus Free Parking
Receive better rates and free car parking when you book directly with R Hotel Geelong.
VIC
From $595 for 7 days*
Britz Campervans and 4WD Melbourne
Stray, Stay and Play
Stray, stay and play from just $85 per day, that means you can have a 7 day adventure from just $595.

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