Southwest Victoria

Travel Guide
Twelve Apostles featuring a sunset, a beach and a gorge or canyon

Where to stay in Southwest Victoria

Serendip Sanctuary is a great place to see Emus and Kangaroos in a 'wild' setting. They let many native animals roam free and you can just walk past them. They have a number of bird hides and enclosures where you can also see native animals. It's free to visit and is close to Lara train station.

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.

Lara
Belmont Common is one of my favourite birdwatching areas in Geelong. There is a bird hide at Jerringot Wildlife Research. You get a lot of waterbirds in the area and also the occasional bird of prey. It's well known for crakes, rails and lathams snipe. #localgem

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.

Belmont
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Mount Duneed

While visiting Mount Duneed, you might make a stop by sights like Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Conewarre K47 Streamside Reserve.

Mount Duneed
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Leopold

When in Leopold, you can plan a visit to Adventure Park Geelong and Curlewis Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Leopold
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Geelong West

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Geelong West and surrounding area, you can visit Rippleside Park and Geelong Golf Course.

Geelong West
Awesome mammatus clouds over the lake at Armstrong Creek Geelong.

Armstrong Creek

If you're spending some time in Armstrong Creek, Warralily Reserve and Dooliebeal Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Armstrong Creek
Admiralty Inn
Admiralty Inn
3 out of 5
66 Mckillop Street, Geelong, VIC
The price is AED80 per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
AED80
per night
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Stay at this 3-star motel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Good Location"

Reviewed on 19 Sep, 2024

Admiralty Inn
Deep Blue Hotel & Hot Springs
Deep Blue Hotel & Hot Springs
4.5 out of 5
Worm Bay Road, Warrnambool, VIC
The price is AED145 per night from Sep 26 to Sep 27
AED145
per night
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Warrnambool. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Close to the ocean. Good walks in nature. Lovely food in restaurant."

Reviewed on 20 Sep, 2024

Deep Blue Hotel & Hot Springs
Wyndham Resort Torquay
Wyndham Resort Torquay
4 out of 5
100 The Esplanade, Torquay, VIC
The price is AED135 per night from Oct 7 to Oct 8
AED135
per night
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Was reasonable priced and good location"

Reviewed on 14 Sep, 2024

Wyndham Resort Torquay
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Great Ocean Road Resort
Great Ocean Road Resort
4 out of 5
105 Great Ocean Road, Anglesea, VIC
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Anglesea. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (907 reviews)
"it was fantastic"

Reviewed on 22 Sep, 2024

Great Ocean Road Resort
Quest Geelong Central
Quest Geelong Central
4 out of 5
71-77 Gheringhap St, Geelong, VIC
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly apartment in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (97 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff that were extremely helpful and clean and fresh room."

Reviewed on 22 Sep, 2024

Quest Geelong Central
Cumberland Lorne Resort
Cumberland Lorne Resort
4.5 out of 5
150 Mountjoy Parade, Lorne, VIC
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Lorne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,967 reviews)
Fabulous apartment in the heart of Lorne
"This was a fabulous apartment in the heart of Lorne. It was well equipped, comfortable and had a fabulous view."

Reviewed on 17 Sep, 2024

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Popular places to visit

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The Twelve Apostles

5/5(42 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at The Twelve Apostles, a lovely green space in Princetown. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in this quaint area.

The Twelve Apostles
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Great Otway National Park

4.5/5(39 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Great Otway National Park, a popular green space in Glenaire. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

Great Otway National Park
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Warrnambool Beach

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Warrnambool Beach, a popular beach in Warrnambool. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in the area.

Warrnambool Beach
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Apollo Bay Harbour

4.5/5(34 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Apollo Bay with a trip to Apollo Bay Harbour. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

Apollo Bay Harbour
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Great Ocean Road Waterfront

4.5/5(8 reviews)

You can take time to visit Great Ocean Road Waterfront during your travels to Apollo Bay. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Great Ocean Road Waterfront
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Bell's Beach

4.5/5(14 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Bell's Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Surf Coast. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Bell's Beach