Newtown Travel Guide

Geelong

Photo by Jade Craven
Photo by Jade Craven

Popular places to visit

Balyang Sanctuary

Balyang Sanctuary

Explore the great outdoors at Balyang Sanctuary, a lovely green space in Geelong. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this relaxing area.

Balyang Sanctuary
You Yangs Regional Park

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.

You Yangs Regional Park
The Carousel

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.

The Carousel
Little Creatures Brewery

Little Creatures Brewery

You can take time to visit Little Creatures Brewery during your travels to Geelong. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Little Creatures Brewery

The Heights Heritage House and Garden

You can learn about the history of Geelong with a trip to The Heights Heritage House and Garden. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this relaxing area.

The Heights Heritage House and Garden

Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal

5/5(4 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Geelong with a trip to Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal

Things to do

Private Day Tour at The Great Ocean Road

Private Day Tour at The Great Ocean Road

£526
per traveller
Private Day Tour at The Great Ocean Road
One of the 'must' drive coastal roads of the world

3-Day Melbourne to Adelaide Tour Including the Great Ocean Road

£1,148
per adult
3-Day Melbourne to Adelaide Tour Including the Great Ocean Road
GRAMPIANS N.P.

3-Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour from Melbourne

£1,291
per adult
3-Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour from Melbourne
Great Ocean Road is scenic all year around

Overnight Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne

£681
per adult
Overnight Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne
Geelong Waterfront

Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise

£90
per adult
Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise
Luxury Great Ocean Road Tour

Luxury Great Ocean Road Tour - Max 11 with Door to Door Pickup

£62
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Luxury Great Ocean Road Tour - Max 11 with Door to Door Pickup
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Top hotels in Newtown

Kingsway Motel Geelong
Kingsway Motel Geelong
2 out of 5
9 Aberdeen St, Newtown, VIC
The price is £53 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
£53
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal and Geelong Performing Arts ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (71 reviews)
"The stay was enjoyable. Quiet, rooms clean and confortable"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Kingsway Motel Geelong
Rydges Geelong
Rydges Geelong
4 out of 5
Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St, Geelong, VIC
The price is £75 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£75
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (999 reviews)
"I greatly appreciated the hotel location, professional staff and the excellent facilities!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Rydges Geelong
Admiralty Inn
Admiralty Inn
3 out of 5
66 Mckillop Street, Geelong, VIC
The price is £56 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£56
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Price was very cheap which worried me but the quality was very high. Clean rooms, good wifi, good bed and home cooked eggs and bacon breakfast was perfect. Thank you. We will stay here again."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Admiralty Inn
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
4 out of 5
40 Ryrie Street, Geelong, VIC
The price is £73 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
£73
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (269 reviews)
"The Holiday Inn is modern and conveniently located. The only downside is that you have to separately book and pay a second party for parking your car, even though it’s parked underneath the same building."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2025

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Wyndham Resort Torquay
Wyndham Resort Torquay
4 out of 5
100 The Esplanade, Torquay, VIC
The price is £100 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
£100
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Great Location and facilities!
"Great location and very good hotel."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Wyndham Resort Torquay
Eden Oak Geelong
Eden Oak Geelong
4 out of 5
20 Adams Court, East Geelong, VIC
The price is £64 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£64
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (365 reviews)
"Beautiful setting and surroundings."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Eden Oak Geelong
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Other neighbourhoods around Newtown

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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.

Geelong West
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Belmont

Get to know Belmont by checking out its shopping, spas and river views. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Kardinia Park or GMHBA Stadium during your time in the area.

Belmont
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South Geelong

While visiting South Geelong, you might make a stop by sights like GMHBA Stadium and Kardinia Park.

South Geelong
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Highton

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Highton and surrounding area, you can visit Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre and Kardinia Park.

Highton
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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.

North Geelong
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East Geelong

You'll enjoy the beaches and gardens in East Geelong. You might want to make time for a stop at Geelong Botanical Gardens or Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure.

East Geelong

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