South Geelong Travel Guide
Geelong
Visit South 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.
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.
Kardinia Park
Explore the great outdoors at Kardinia Park, a lovely green space in Geelong. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Things to do
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of the Great Ocean Road, Australia
3-Day Melbourne to Adelaide Tour Including the Great Ocean Road
3-Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour from Melbourne
Torquay: Skydive over The Great Ocean Road - opt Melb pickup
Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula
Top hotels in South Geelong
Colonial Lodge Motel Geelong
Rooms were dirty. Looks like they haven't been vacuumed and dusted for ages. Vanities and bathrooms were dirty. Stains on my pillow case. Bathroom towels looked terrible. Window blinds not working so could not get natural light in room. Would never recommend
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Room very clean and spacious. Food at Franca’s was beautiful
Reviewed on 20 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
Rydges Geelong
The property was close to the beach, good restaurants and cafes. The inhouse restaurant was nice, good food. The room was hot- aircon wasn’t working probably and was noisy. The secure parking wasn’t that secure. Not underground or fenced off and expensive for $27 per day. Staff were okay. The rooms ...
Reviewed on 26 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
Other neighbourhoods around South Geelong
Breakwater
While Breakwater isn't home to many top sights, Geelong Showground and Bellarine Rail Trail are some notable places to visit nearby.
Belmont
Get to know Belmont by checking out its shopping, spas and river views. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Balyang Sanctuary or Little Creatures Brewery during your time in the area.
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.
Newcomb
Travellers like the shopping in Newcomb, and Bellarine Rail Trail is a top attraction you might want to visit.
