North Shore Travel Guide
Geelong
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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.
GMHBA Stadium
Catch an event at GMHBA Stadium during your trip to Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
Deakin University
Explore the campus of Deakin University during your travels in Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
Things to do
Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of the Great Ocean Road, Australia
Torquay: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Great Ocean Road
Top hotels in North Shore
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Room very clean and spacious. Food at Franca’s was beautiful
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Rydges Geelong
Good location
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Eden Oak Geelong
Quiet beautiful location within the park. Is still walkable to everything. Good breakfast included and nice atmosphere. Clean modern rooms.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Admiralty Inn
The room was comfortable and adequate for a one night stay . The bathroom had recently been renovated but some other parts of room looked a little tired, carpet stains. We will stay again .
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Eastern Sands City Centre
Shower screen dirty , dusty , shower gel been used , toilet seat wet , tv was dirty clean beds , does not look like it does in the photos , had plastic bag on smoke detector
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North Shore
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.
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.
Geelong West
While there might not be top attractions in Geelong West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Islamic Society of Geelong and Geelong Golf Course.
Geelong Central
If you're spending some time in Geelong Central, Westfield Geelong and Geelong Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
