Highton Travel Guide

Geelong

This is a lovely place to go exploring at any time of the year. There is a walking track along the river that leads to a number of platforms, which has beautiful views over the falls. After a decent winters rain, it's great for photographers. In summer you can find a lot of skinks here. Great biodiversity. #lovemytown
This is a lovely place to go exploring at any time of the year. There is a walking track along the river that leads to a number of platforms, which has beautiful views over the falls. After a decent winters rain, it's great for photographers. In summer you can find a lot of skinks here. Great biodiversity. #lovemytown

Popular places to visit

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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 walkable area.

Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
Puddles reflecting the mountains and sky #hiking #wanderlust

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
Geelong Carousel and Eastern Beach panorama, Geelong, Victoria Australia, early morning.; Shutterstock ID 1346846348; Purchase Order: SP-2381; Order Number: SP-2381 STAYZ/VRBO/BOOKABACH Nov 2019 - Ima

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
Walkway around the swimming enclosure

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.

Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure

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.

GMHBA Stadium

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.

Kardinia Park

Things to do

Melbourne: Great Ocean Road & Iconic Coastal Views Day Tour

Melbourne: Great Ocean Road & Iconic Coastal Views Day Tour

Rp618.552
per adult
Melbourne: Great Ocean Road & Iconic Coastal Views Day Tour
Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne

Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne

Rp1.675.714
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne
Melbourne: Great Ocean Road Day Tour Including Morning Tea

Great Ocean Road Must-See Extended Tour – 12 Apostles & Beyond

Rp843.480
per adult
Great Ocean Road Must-See Extended Tour – 12 Apostles & Beyond
Melbourne Ocean Road Discovery Day Tour

Scenic Great Ocean Road Discovery Tour - Iconic Coastal Wonders

Rp551.074
per adult
Scenic Great Ocean Road Discovery Tour - Iconic Coastal Wonders
Small-Group Great Ocean Road Classic Day Tour from Melbourne

Small-Group Great Ocean Road Classic Day Tour from Melbourne

Rp1.675.714
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Great Ocean Road Classic Day Tour from Melbourne
The Q Train - Q Class Social Dining

The Q Train - Q Class Social Dining

Rp1.619.482
per adult
The Q Train - Q Class Social Dining
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Top hotels in Highton

Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong

4 out of 5
Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St Geelong VIC
The price is Rp1.900.522 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
Rp1.900.522
Rp2.090.574 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
Staff were fantastic

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Rydges Geelong
The Sands Torquay

The Sands Torquay

4 out of 5
2 Sands Boulevarde Torquay VIC
The price is Rp2.363.440 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
Rp2.363.440
Rp2.599.784 total
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (566 reviews)
We loved our stay. It was comfortable, peaceful , clean, friendly, loved the pool, loved the big window door you could open onto the courtyard, loved the shampoo/conditioner & body wash/lotion. Will be back. Thank you.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

The Sands Torquay
Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong

4 out of 5
20 Adams Court East Geelong VIC
The price is Rp1.526.177 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
Rp1.526.177
Rp1.678.795 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (479 reviews)
The breakfast was wonderful, the pool lovely and the staff friendly. Such great value in a beautiful quiet setting

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Eden Oak Geelong
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

4 out of 5
40 Ryrie Street Geelong VIC
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.612.564 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
Rp1.612.564
Rp1.773.820 total
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (372 reviews)
Comfortable stay in a spacious room and bathroom. Location was close to restaurants and customer service was friendly. Overall a great hotel experience.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Wyndham Resort Torquay

Wyndham Resort Torquay

4 out of 5
100 The Esplanade Torquay VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.257.269 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
Rp2.257.269
Rp2.482.996 total
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Location

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Wyndham Resort Torquay
Oaks R Suites Geelong

Oaks R Suites Geelong

4 out of 5
10 Bellerine Street Geelong VIC
The price is Rp2.309.642 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
Rp2.309.642
Rp2.540.618 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (782 reviews)
Great apartment

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Oaks R Suites Geelong
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Other neighbourhoods around Highton

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 Kardinia Park or GMHBA Stadium during your time in the area.

Belmont
Balyang Sanctuary in Geelong is a great place for families to visit. The area was converted to a haven for various waterbirds including ducks, pelicans and cormorants. It is very close to the Barwon River Trail and has many tables for picnics. Birdwatchers can find many interesting animals here if they explore it in depth. #localgem

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.

Newtown
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Waurn Ponds

Visitors to Waurn Ponds enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Saint Regis Winery is worth a stop.

Waurn Ponds
The historic building of Queenscliff South Pier against the blue ocean on a sunny day. Victoria, Australia. The pier is a prominent tourist attraction and recreational fishing area in the coastal town

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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Grovedale

Travellers enjoy Grovedale for its beaches and bars. Consider checking out Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre while you're in the area.

Grovedale
The big wheel on the waterfront.

Geelong Central

If you're spending some time in Geelong Central, Westfield Geelong and Geelong Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.

Geelong Central

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