Newtown Travel Guide
Geelong
Popular places to visit
Balyang Sanctuary
Explore the great outdoors at Balyang Sanctuary, a lovely green space in Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
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.
The Heights Heritage House and Garden
You can learn about the history of Geelong with a trip to The Heights Heritage House and Garden. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Melbourne: Great Ocean Road & Iconic Coastal Views Day Tour
Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne
Scenic Great Ocean Road Discovery Tour - Iconic Coastal Wonders
Small-Group Great Ocean Road Classic Day Tour from Melbourne
Great Ocean Road Must-See Extended Tour – 12 Apostles & Beyond
Learn to Surf at Ocean Grove on the Bellarine Peninsula
Top hotels in Newtown
Kingsway Motel Geelong
Very friendly staff, ckean room and comfortable. Very convenient location
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Rydges Geelong
Room was fantastic, staff were very good
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Admiralty Inn
Nice and cosy
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Eden Oak Geelong
Every single staff member I came across during my stay was fantastic.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
The room was large, very clean and comfortable. The amenities were good and the bed was comfortable. The hotel staff were very friendly and polite. The location is only a couple of blocks from the main shopping district.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Wyndham Resort Torquay
Where do I start. The mould on the bathroom ceiling, the shower water ends up pooling on the bathroom floor (water hits the shower screen and drains into the tiled hob and this overflows onto the floor), the tv turned on both mornings at 7am waking us up, there were crumbs all over one of the couches ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Newtown
Geelong West
While there might not be top attractions in Geelong West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Geelong Golf Course and The Carousel.
Geelong Central
If you're spending some time in Geelong Central, Westfield Geelong and Geelong Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.
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.
South Geelong
While visiting South Geelong, you might make a stop by sights like GMHBA Stadium and Kardinia Park.
Highton
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Highton and surrounding area, you can visit Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre and Kardinia Park.
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.
