Anakie Travel Guide
Geelong
Popular places to visit
Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Geelong with a trip to Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
The Carousel
Enjoy an outing to The Carousel during your stay in Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
You Yangs Regional Park
You can take time to visit You Yangs Regional Park during your travels to Geelong. Amble around the area's parks or visit its casinos.
Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Waterfront Precinct. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
Fairy Park
Explore the great outdoors at Fairy Park, a lovely green space in Geelong. Take in the museums while you're in the area.
Anakie Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Anakie Reserve, a lovely green space in Geelong. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Things to do
Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne
Torquay: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Great Ocean Road
Melbourne Magic Show: Impossible Occurrences Ticket
Learn to Surf at Ocean Grove on the Bellarine Peninsula
Top hotels in Anakie
Rydges Geelong
The hotel was lovely overall. Unfortunately, the room next door was a bit noisy at night, which made it a little hard to get a good night’s sleep. That said, the staff were very professional and friendly, which really made the stay enjoyable.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Eden Oak Geelong
We were awakened in the middle of the night by a very caustic odor and left prior to 5am as one of us was almost unable to breathe. A petrol station attendant told us the Geelong area has strong odors from the Gas Plant when the wind blows a certain way. Recovery time from this gas attach was about ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Admiralty Inn
Room was very clean. But the premises was tired, no soap in the shower. Car park is limited but sufficient. Had early start so did not eat there.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Oaks R Suites Geelong
Nice property, would recommend.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Pleasant walk along foreshore.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Anakie
Lara
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Lara. You might want to make time for a stop at You Yangs Regional Park or Kevin Hoffman Walk.
Corio
You'll enjoy the restaurants and seaside views in Corio. You might want to make time for a stop at Beckley Park International Raceway or Corio Native Grasslands Reserve.
Avalon
Though Avalon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Avalon Coastal Reserve and Kevin Hoffman Walk.
North Geelong
You'll enjoy the restaurants and spas in North Geelong. You might want to make time for a stop at Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal or Geelong Golf Course.
Geelong West
While there might not be top attractions in Geelong West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Geelong Golf Course and The Carousel.
Newtown
Unique features of Newtown include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Balyang Sanctuary or The Heights Heritage House and Garden while you're exploring the area.
