Balliang 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.
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.
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.
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 relaxing area, find time to visit its shops.
Little River-Ripley Streamside Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Little River-Ripley Streamside Reserve, a lovely green space in Geelong.
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.
Top hotels in Balliang
Rydges Geelong
Receptionist (female) was quite rude. No face washers available. Restaurant closed on a Sunday. Will not be back
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Admiralty Inn
Nice and cosy
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Eden Oak Geelong
All good… room could do with a little more lighting and USB charge ports would be nice. Overall very nice. Breakfast was magnificent.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
The room was clean and comfortable. Food was delicious.Stafcourteous
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Oaks R Suites Geelong
Staff were friendly and accommodating moving us from a ground floor room at the back of the building to a room with an ocean view.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Quest Geelong Central
Loved it. Will stay there again next time for Festival of Sails
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Balliang
Lara
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Lara. You might want to make time for a stop at Lara Heritage and Historical Museum or You Yangs Regional Park.
Avalon
Though Avalon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Avalon Coastal Reserve and Lara Heritage and Historical Museum.
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.
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 The Carousel and Geelong Performing Arts Center.
Newtown
Unique features of Newtown include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by The Heights Heritage House and Garden or Balyang Sanctuary while you're exploring the area.
