Corio
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.
Beckley Park International Raceway
You can take time to visit Beckley Park International Raceway during your travels to Geelong. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops while you're in the area.
Limeburners Lagoon Flora and Fauna Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Limeburners Lagoon Flora and Fauna Reserve, a lovely green space in Geelong. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its shops.
Things to do

Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles kangaroo, koala and chocolate tour

Learn to Surf at Ocean Grove on the Bellarine Peninsula

Torquay: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Great Ocean Road

Small-Group Great Ocean Road Classic Day Tour from Melbourne

The Q Train - First Class Private Dining For 2
Top hotels in Corio

Nightcap at Gateway Hotel
Exelant hotel very friendly staff good restaurant and good food. Would recommend the hotel to anyone.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Rydges Geelong
Couldn't fault the staff, cleanliness or amenities. For the price, it's a great value option. The parking charge is too steep but it's possible to free-park on the street only a few hundred metres away.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Eden Oak Geelong
Location to local sites within walking distance . Rooms small & no comfortable chair. Lots of steps & no lift . Staff helpful. Limited parking near rooms . Pool small . Noisy outside doors to carpark made room shake
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Wyndham Resort Torquay
Room was tidy but there were heaps of marks on walls and view out window was of pile of cut branches
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Nice room choice of pillows on the bed was a great idea. Clean and convenient location
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

The Sands Torquay
Very good room. Worth paying extra for golf course view otherwise you look over the car park.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Corio

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.

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.

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.

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.

East Geelong
You'll enjoy the beaches and gardens in East Geelong. You might want to make time for a stop at Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure or Geelong Botanical Gardens.

