Geelong and The Bellarine Travel Planner 2024

GEELONG & THE BELLARINE TRAVEL PLANNER

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Car & passenger ferry

searoad.com.au

7 days a week, 365 days a year Connecting the Bellarine Peninsula to the Mornington Peninsula

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY We acknowledge Geelong and The Bellarine is Wadawurrung Country.

We welcome visitors to our region, a place we acknowledge has been cared for by the Wadawurrung people of the Kulin Nation for thousands of years.

The environment is a key reason visitors choose this destination.

Traditional Owners sharing the beauty and joy of these lands and waterways is a privilege, one we repay with respect for their Country, Elders and people.

CONTENTS 6> COME ON OVER

8> MARK YOUR CALENDAR

11> DESIGN, CULTURE & THE ARTS

15> LIVE MUSIC

16> WATER & MARITIME

18> CAFÉS, BARS & RESTAURANTS 22> WINERIES

25> BREWERIES & DISTILLERIES

26> MAKERS & GROWERS 29> SHOPPING

30> OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

32> WONDERFUL WILDLIFE 34> TIME TO TEE OFF

36> STAY & UNWIND

58> REGION MAP

DIRECTORY

Front Cover: The Blues Train travelling along the Bellarine Railway Photographer: Propeld Printed on Ecostar recycled paper

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ACCOMMODATION

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RESTAURANTS & BARS

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MAKERS & GROWERS

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WINERIES

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ATTRACTIONS

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GOLF

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VISITOR INFORMATION

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TOURS & TRANSPORT

For local insights and visitor information, call us on 1800 755 611 daily from 9am to 5pm (excluding Christmas).

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www.visitgeelongbellarine.com.au

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GEELONG AND THE BELLARINE

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13TH BEACH

The world-class food and wine scene of Geelong and The Bellarine is framed by a spectacular coastline and sweeping valleys providing endless opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors.

Geelong’s north-facing waterfront sparkles against palm trees and yachts, and the heritage bones of the city provide a unique backdrop for shopping, culture and the arts.

Drift east, around the peninsula, and you’ll slip into coastal feels, discovering chilled-out towns and breathtaking beaches. For great surf, drop your towel at Barwon Heads or Ocean Grove while St Leonards Pier is a superb spot to snorkel. Tuck into fresh mussels in Portarlington; discover the grandeur and waterways of Queenscliff; and thrill at boats passing through the narrow Heads at Point Lonsdale.

Cyclists will love the 35km Bellarine Rail Trail from South Geelong to Queenscliff, and two of Australia’s Top 10 public golf courses are right here. But if you’re just looking for a sheltered spot to relax with a book or wander art galleries and shops, there are many wonderful options.

And how about a sea view to pair with your winery lunch? This terroir is made for cool climate drops and about 60 wineries scatter The Bellarine and inland to the Moorabool Valley. The region’s breweries and distilleries are making their mark on the Australian beer and spirit scene too.

The You Yangs precinct and Brisbane Ranges National Park are a natural adventure playground where wildlife and endless kilometres of hiking and mountain-biking trails await.

Once you start exploring, you won’t want to stop.

GREATER THAN SURFING THE WEB. GEELONG

THE BELLARINE

MOORABOOL VALLEY

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BY LAND, BY SEA OR BY AIR,

COME ON OVER

By Land: It’s an easy one hour drive west of Melbourne, over the West Gate Bridge and along the Princes Freeway, to reach Geelong. From there, The Bellarine or Moorabool Valley are both within 30 minutes.

For bus services, check the Public Transport Victoria website. ptv.vic.gov.au

By Train: V/Line trains run regularly from Melbourne’s Southern Cross Station to Geelong; and from Warrnambool to Geelong. vline.com.au

By Sea: Enjoy a cruise across the bay from Melbourne’s Docklands with Port Phillip Ferries. The fast cat service (foot passengers only) takes 70 minutes to Portarlington or 130 minutes to Geelong (via Portarlington, select services). portphillipferries.com.au From Sorrento, Searoad Ferries whisks cars and foot passengers to Queenscliff in 40 minutes. Look out for dolphins year round and whales in winter. searoad.com.au You can travel between Tasmania and Geelong on the Spirit of Tasmania car and passenger ferry. The Spirit docks in North Geelong from Devonport and offers overnight sailings all year, as well as some daytime sailings from September to April.

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spiritoftasmania.com.au

FROM BALLARAT

FROM ADELAIDE

MOORABOOL VALLEY

ONCE YOU'RE HERE > Taxis cover Greater Geelong and The Bellarine. Uber operates around Greater Geelong and some parts of The Bellarine.

> Port Phillip Ferries run

between Geelong and Portarlington.

> With a Myki card, access the bus network around Greater Geelong and to Bellarine townships.

> Walk or ride The Bellarine Rail

Trail, running 35km from South Geelong to Queenscliff.

> Trains operate between

Geelong’s suburbs from Lara to Waurn Ponds and all stops in between.

> Hop on a tour or private

transfer and let someone else handle the driving and show you the sights.

> For transport that doubles

as a stay, get around in a restored 1970s or 80s VW camper with Hire A Kombi.

For more info see: visitgeelongbellarine.com.au/ things-to-do/tour

By Air: Jetstar fly direct from Sydney and the Gold Coast to Avalon Airport which is a 25 minute drive from Geelong. Bonza offers flights direct from Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast to Avalon Airport. Book a transfer to town with MyBus or Little Avalon Transfers; Uber and taxis are also available.

FROM From Melbourne Airport, Gull Airport Service can bus you to Geelong.

MELBOURNE Bookings are essential. littleavalontransfers.com.au | jetstar.com | flybonza.com | mybusgeelong.com.au | gull.com.au

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PORTARLINGTON

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DRYSDALE

QUEENSCLIFF

OCEAN GROVE

FROM THE GREAT OCEAN ROAD

GREATER THAN BEING AT HOME.

FERRY FROM TASMANIA

BARWON HEADS

POINT LONSDALE

FERRY FROM SORRENTO

FERRY FROM TASMANIA

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR Geelong and The Bellarine plays host to a dazzling calendar of events stretching throughout the seasons and across a full spectrum of entertainment.

QUEENSCLIFF MUSIC FESTIVAL

2023

WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR

21 October 2023 – 25 February 2024

National Wool Museum

Geelong Gallery

BBL MELBOURNE RENEGADES VS PERTH SCORCHERS

KUNGKA KUNPU (STRONG WOMEN) 11 November 2023 – 7 January 2024

CHRISTMAS IN GEELONG

Opening night, Geelong Waterfront 23-26 November

QUEENSCLIFF MUSIC FESTIVAL Queenscliff

2, 3, 9, 10, 16 & 17 December

THE POLAR EXPRESS TRAIN RIDE Queenscliff 8

8 December 2023 – 19 May 2024

10 December

GMHBA Stadium

26 December 2023 – 28 January 2024

WONDERLAND SPIEGELTENT Barwon Heads

28 December 2023 – 1 January 2024

BEYOND THE VALLEY MUSIC FESTIVAL Barunah Plains 30 December

RIP TO RIVER CLASSIC

Point Lonsdale to Ocean Grove

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24 February

PAKO FESTA

5, 6 & 7 January

Geelong West

Bellarine Railway, Queenscliff

INVERLEIGH DACHSHUND DERBY

DAY OUT WITH THOMAS

3 March

6 January

Inverleigh

Geelong Racecourse

GOLDEN PLAINS FESTIVAL

SUPER SATURDAY ON THE COAST

9-11 March

13 January

Meredith

Portarlington

WOODEN BOAT FESTIVAL

PORTARLINGTON MUSSEL FESTIVAL

9-11 March

20 January

Royal Geelong Yacht Club

Johnstone Park

HEAD OF THE SCHOOLGIRLS’ REGATTA

GEELONG BEER FESTIVAL 26-28 January

15-17 March

CADEL EVANS GREAT OCEAN ROAD RACE

Barwon River, Geelong

26-28 January

Geelong Waterfront

Geelong Waterfront

LARA FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL

Geelong/Barwon Heads

24 March

IRONMAN 70.3

FESTIVAL OF SAILS

24 March

1-4 February

Pirra Homestead, Lara

13th Beach Golf Club

PINOT AFFAIR

VIC OPEN GOLF

17-19 May

2-4 February

Moorabool Valley/Bellarine Peninsula

Queenscliff

NATIONAL CELTIC FOLK FESTIVAL

GEELONG STREET RODDERS, ROD RUN

7-10 June

10 February

Portarlington

Geelong

WINTER SHIRAZ FESTIVAL

GEELONG WINE WALK

2-4 August

16-18 February

Moorabool Valley/Bellarine Peninsula

SUMMER WINE CELEBRATIONS Various locations CADEL EVANS GREAT OCEAN ROAD RACE

GEELONG BEER FESTIVAL

BLUES TRAIN

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GMHBA STADIUM

17-20 October

Match ready

Geelong Showgrounds

For those who love the thrill of cheering from the sidelines, keep an eye on the line up of sports matches at GMHBA Stadium (also known as Kardinia Park).

ROYAL GEELONG SHOW 18-27 October

QUEENSCLIFFE LITERARY FESTIVAL Queenscliff 19 October

TOAST TO THE COAST Geelong region 23 October

GEELONG CUP

Geelong Racecourse 22-24 November

GEELONG REVIVAL MOTORING FESTIVAL

The Stadium is the home of the Geelong Cats and also plays host to cricket, soccer and rugby. GMHBA Stadium will soon welcome up to 40,000 spectators when the new stand opens in 2024.

Also on the way in 2024 is the Geelong Sports Museum - soon-to-be the dedicated space to relive all the best sporting moments in Geelong's history.

Geelong Waterfront 22-24 November

QUEENSCLIFF MUSIC FESTIVAL Queenscliff

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28-30 March

AUSTRALIAN INTERNATIONAL AIRSHOW Avalon Airport 10

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DESIGN, CULTURE & THE ARTS

Image: Ferne Millen Photography

CLEVER & CREATIVE

Geelong is Australia’s only UNESCO City of Design – global recognition of the area’s industrial past and design-driven future.

The city’s cultural heart beats in and around Little Malop Street and creativity flows right throughout the broader region culminating in original art, evocative music and grand architecture.

GEELONG ARTS CENTRE

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GEELONG GALLERY

Brand new and sparkling, the city has recently unveiled the jewel in its crown – the Geelong Arts Centre.

This architectural masterpiece is a wonderful place to catch a show, musical or play; or enjoy a comedy act or orchestra performance. Make sure you leave time to walk around and admire all corners of this state-ofthe-art building – the interior of each room is more thought-provoking than the last. Tutti is the centre’s café with Michelin-trained executive chef Nathan Darlington at the helm.

Neighbouring Geelong Library and Heritage Centre is also a work of art – a futuristic dome, clad in hexagonal tiles with soaring glass-shard windows. The view from the level five balcony over neighbouring Johnstone Park and Corio Bay is spectacular.

Next door, Geelong Gallery is housed within a stately Neoclassical-style 12

building. Established in 1896, it’s one of the country’s oldest regional galleries, with a vast collection of nationally significant works both contemporary and historical. Prized are Frederick McCubbin’s 1890 painting A Bush Burial, and Eugene von Guérard’s 1856 work View of Geelong.

Platform Arts run exhibitions, performances and live music at the Old Courthouse building.

Down towards the waterfront precinct is the National Wool Museum – a must-see for history lovers. Set inside a charming 1872 bluestone wool store, the museum tells the Australian story of wool, fibre and textiles and hosts art exhibitions.

At the top of Geelong you’ll find the Museum of Play and Art (MOPA) where children aged up to seven can let their imaginations run free.

Packed with bright colours, shapes and textures, MOPA allows kids to get hands-on and creative. You'll find it at Geelong’s 160-year-old Wintergarden building on McKillop Street and there's a café on-site.

Outside Geelong’s CBD the arts landscape continues, with top galleries dotted across the region.

For Indigenous artwork, fare and gifts, Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre is the place to visit. Narana means to ‘deeply listen and understand’ and this award-winning venue is a place to learn about the oldest living culture in the world. Set in native gardens, you can feed Australian animals, explore the playground and enjoy a meal or coffee at the café.

At Fyansford Paper Mill you’ll find a community of artists, as you wander in-and-out of studios tucked away on the cliff-edge beside the Barwon River.

The site was a paper mill until 1923 but now, the scattering of bluestone and brick buildings house The Papermill Gallery and Provenance Wines as well as shops selling furniture, homewares and handmade jewellery. There’s also a yoga studio and café. While away

an hour or an entire afternoon - a collection of creativity in a surprise location. Tours are run by Fyansford Paper Mills Historic Tours.

In Newtown’s buzzing Pakington Street precinct (aka Pako), Boom Gallery exhibits original contemporary art within an old woollen mill. At The Hive in Ocean Grove you'll find art, ceramics and handcrafted furniture from established and emerging artists – many from the region. Downstairs, the bronze sculptures at Willie Wildlife Sculptures have become treasured pieces across the globe, featured in the Singapore Botanic Gardens and England’s Royal Horticultural Society Garden.

Queenscliff’s Salt Contemporary Art exhibits Australian painters, sculptors and ceramicists. It’s a beautiful space set across two levels of an old drapery store on historical Hesse Street.

If you want a peek into Geelong’s dark past, the old Geelong Gaol offers ghost tours, day and night, and fascinating exhibitions. It housed criminals until as recently as 1991.

GREATER THAN SINGING IN THE SHOWER.

Image: John Gollings

GEELONG ARTS CENTRE

MOPA

STREET ART

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BOLLARD TRAIL More than 100 bollards are dotted along Geelong’s waterfront. Artist Jan Mitchell transformed old pier timbers into bright works of art representing characters from Geelong’s history.

Stroll past the Botanic Gardens, Royal Geelong Yacht Club, Steampacket Gardens and Cunningham Pier, walking time is approximately 2 hours one way.

Scan the QR code for the Bollard Trail

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GEELONG ARTS & CULTURE TRAILS Geelong has its very own app to guide you to the region’s art studios, galleries, heritage buildings and performing arts locations. It will also direct you to Indigenous sites of significance and public artworks such as street art and sculptures.

Scan the QR code for the Arts & Culture Trails

LIVE MUSIC PIANO BAR

A DAY ON THE GREEN AT MT DUNEED ESTATE

Greater Geelong loves a good gig and you'll find live music at many of the pubs and bars in the area. Blockbuster concerts for seriously big international and Australian acts also feature on the calendar at venues including Mt Duneed Estate, Leura Park Estate, The Sphinx, and Eureka Hotel.

>Q ueenscliff Music Festival – The

a moving heritage train – there’s no experience like it. The adventure starts in Queenscliff with dinner and drinks then all-aboard! You’ll hear four blues bands as you move from carriageto-carriage while the train journeys along the Bellarine Railway – stopping for more drinks along the way.

>N ational Celtic Folk Festival

– Spanning ten venues across Portarlington, this event celebrates Celtic culture with dancing, music, theatre, heavy games and hurling find out what it's all about on the June long weekend.

Bellarine’s premier music event brings together Australian and international bands and artists, along with family friendly activities, local craft beer, wine and food. It runs across three days - the last weekend in November.

>P iano Bar – While you’re ordering

a martini, grab a request slip, write down the song you want to hear and get ready to dance. Piano Bar is an energising night out on Little Malop Street. Bingo, trivia and drag shows are also part of the line-up.

>P istol Pete’s Food n Blues – Inspired

by the tastes and sounds of Memphis and New Orleans, Pistol Pete’s is the spot for live blues, jazz, soul and country with a deep south menu and American beers to match.

Check current listings at: visitgeelongbellarine.com.au/whats-on

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>T he Blues Train – Live blues music on

Image: Mushroom Creative House

NATIONAL CELTIC FOLK FESTIVAL

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WATER & MARITIME

BAY, POOL OR OCEAN

Whether soaking up the feel good vibes that come from being near it, or jumping right in to play, we’re drawn to water, and there are plenty of ways to embrace it.

Let’s start with that coastline. The Bellarine enjoys the best of both worlds, hugging the sheltered sparkling waters of Port Phillip Bay and facing Bass Strait’s surf beaches and salty breezes.

It’s sprinkled with little towns that are laid-back in the summer months, perfect for lazy days barefoot with a beach towel over your shoulder or gazing at the water with a bundle of fish and chips in your lap.

Swimming beaches can be found at Portarlington, Indented Head, St Leonards, Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. At Barwon Heads the wide, sheltered estuary flanked by sand flats sees the Barwon River flow out to sea forming a playground just made for stand-up paddle boarding, rockpool rambling or building sandcastles.

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Turn up the dial and follow the roar of the surf to Ocean Grove with its 10km of beach (Main Beach is patrolled in summer). With beautiful clean water protected by a headland, this is one of the best places to learn to surf in Australia. Instructors at Go Ride a Wave, SeaEarth Adventures or Great Ocean Road Surf Tours can get beginners standing up in no time.

If your skills are already sound, the swell is at its strongest at Point Lonsdale back beach and Thirteenth Beach, an exposed break near Barwon Heads.

Queenscliff has a fascinating maritime history steeped with gripping tales of shipwrecks, rescues and lighthouse emergencies. About 30 ships have met their fate at ‘The Rip’ - the treacherous entrance into Port Phillip Bay from Bass Strait which vessels must pass through

enroute to Melbourne. It’s considered among the most dangerous waters in the world.

At Point Lonsdale, the lighthouse is still used for navigation and tours are available. At Queenscliff, the High Light is one of only three black lighthouses in the world. If you linger a while at either beacon, you’ll see ships negotiate The Rip. Fort Queenscliff is a 19th century coastal artillery fort originally built around the lighthouse to protect Melbourne and settlements from invasion. It remains an active defence department site but you can book a guided tour. You can also find interesting relics and displays at the Queenscliffe Maritime Museum.

FESTIVAL OF SAILS Every January, more than 100,000 people drop anchor at the Geelong Waterfront for the Festival of Sails – a worldclass sailing event first held in 1844. Royal Geelong Yacht Club hosts this five-day celebration encompassing racing, live music and the Melbourne to Geelong Passage Race, the oldest sporting event in the Southern Hemisphere.

If you're an eagle-eye for catching fish, the piers at Queenscliff, Portarlington and Point Lonsdale are great for dangling a line in search of whiting, salmon, snapper, flathead or squid. To launch into deeper waters, rent a tinny from Clifton Springs Boat Hire or head out with the likes of Gone Fishing Charters or Queenscliff Fishing Charters and Scenic Tours. In Bass Strait you might even hook a mako shark.

Rivers more your style? Enjoy the tree-lined curves of the Barwon River on a kayak or paddle board. Outside Adventures run kayaking lessons and tours.

At Geelong Waterfront you can catch views from atop the Giant Sky Wheel, step out on the over-water Wangim Walk or relish in the feel of yesteryear at The Carousel.

Eastern Beach is a great place to drift for a few hours, its focal point is a curving Art Deco boardwalk enclosing sea baths with floating pontoons, diving boards and lap swimming area.

GREATER THAN SAND IN YOUR SHOES.

EASTERN BEACH

FORT QUEENSCLIFF

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CAFÉS, BARS & RESTAURANTS

GET OUT & GET EATING

Geelong and The Bellarine is peppered with fine dining restaurants, hit-the-spot cafés and moody bars. With new places springing up all the time, it’s hard to know where to begin but we’ve listed a few to whet your appetite.

Geelong’s options are richly diverse and Little Malop Street is a great place to start.

This precinct is jam-packed with bars and restaurants serving up Italian, Greek, Southern American, Asian, Middle Eastern and classic pub fare to tempt your tastebuds. Tables and crowds spill onto pavements, where the street is closed to cars, and a splash of street art spices up the alleyways. This is one spot with a whole lot of energy.

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THE 18TH AMENDMENT BAR

At The Arborist branches from a large Ash tree frame the building. The rooftop bar is a perfect spot to relax over a cocktail and Middle Eastern share plate.

Even meat-lovers will be impressed with the considered veggie dishes and the gluten-free offering is also top shelf.

Slink your way up a set of darkened stairs and you’ll enter a portal to 1920s Chicago prohibition days. With the vibe of a speakeasy, The 18th Amendment Bar is the go-to for knock-your-socks-off cocktails and a whole lot of raucous fun.

At Sumi you’ll find Asian influenced meals cooked on a bincho-tan barbecue which is part of the dining theatrics. There’s a huge range of Japanese beers and sake on offer too.

Located down a lane off Little Malop, Felix has an exceptionally eye-catching interior and a flare for French cuisine – duo of duck anyone?

Tucked-away off Geelong’s waterfront is another French offering La Cachette, which means ‘hiding place’. This modern fare moves with the seasons in an intimate bistrot setting.

French is also the flavour at Claribeaux – the restaurant at Curlewis Golf Club. It will delight with classics such as steak tartare and chicken cordon bleu.

On the waterfront Tempo Kitchen & Bar is the new restaurant at Novotel dishing up succulent local seafood.

Wah Wah Gee offers Asian cuisine or if you’re seeking a porterhouse or parmi, hit up Wharf Shed.

Maestro is one of the newest restaurants in town run by celebrity chef Adrian Richardson – the master of meat. It's located at the new Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong.

1915 Restaurant is a great reason to visit the Federal Mills precinct in North Geelong, a stone’s throw from where the Spirit of Tasmania docks. The former woollen mill is a cluster of heritage red brick buildings which have been impeccably restored. 1915 serves up modern Australian food with a Mediterranean influence. There’s a stunning mezzanine and rooftop deck, and Anther Distillery is right next door.

TEMPO KITCHEN & BAR

1915 RESTAURANT

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THE Q TRAIN

Barwon Edge Restaurant offers Middle Eastern contemporary dining on the Barwon River. Enjoy a meal then take a waterside walk.

Not to be outdone, Pakington Street shines – it’s vibrant and multicultural, bustling with impressive restaurants, shops and cafés. Baah Lah! Dining focuses on Singaporean flavours and techniques, a nod to the chef’s heritage. Nearby a top pick is Tulip Restaurant serving up creative seasonal combinations such as kangaroo with oyster mushroom, raisin and coffee. For something a little quirky, Australia’s first cheese train Splatters Cheese Bar run ‘cheese and pilates’ sessions and, if you’re game, ‘all you can eat’ cheese. For your morning caffeine hit head to King of the Castle or if you find yourself on the other side of the CBD snag yourself a seat in the courtyard at Café Go in Bellerine Street.

We’re surrounded by water so seafood is big here. If you’re seeking a view try At The Heads – a go-to seafood restaurant which sits over the water at Barwon Heads. In Queenscliff, 360Q overlooks the Queenscliff Harbour or try The Dunes - which is beachside in Ocean Grove.

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PORTARLINGTON MUSSEL TOURS

Portarlington is the place for mussels.

Jump aboard a restored Huon pine boat and pluck your own ‘fresh as fresh’ mussels with Portarlington Mussel Tours, or just sit back and watch the action. You’ll be joined by a mussel farmer, a cook and a deckhand who’ve mastered the art of cultivating and dishing up some of the finest mussels in Australia.

The delicacy is also beautifully served at licensed waterfront café Pier Street, which is run by the team behind Melbourne’s popular Noir restaurant.

The Portarlington Mussel Festival is held on January 13, 2024.

While you’re in town, call in at Portarlington Grand Hotel’s Front Bar. The hotel was built in 1888 and has recently been restored to its former glory. The bar is a luxurious space to soak in its beauty and history and the restaurant offers classic pub fare with a few twists such as beetroot falafel tacos.

For something completely different, hop aboard The Q Train and enjoy fine dining with a side of picturesque coastal countryside. The train departs from Drysdale and takes in views of Queenscliff, Swan Bay, grazing horses and olive groves.

WINE BARS

ROOFTOP BARS

>U nion Street Wine – an intimate bar

>T he Arborist – feel like you’re up in

and cellar hidden in one of Geelong’s iconic laneways. Sample a range of drops from near and afar.

>A rchive Wine Bar – an institution in

Belmont offering more than 160 wines by the glass.

>G eelong Cellar Door – brings the

best of the region's wine to you, relax in a cosy booth or settle-in for a chat at the bar.

>T he Covenant Wine Bar – nestled on Ocean Grove’s main street pouring the Bellarine’s best with live music on Sundays.

>B ox Office – pumping café by day

the trees in this new addition to the Geelong skyline.

> 1 915 – step back in time at the historic Federal Mills in North Geelong.

>S ailors' Rest – lap-up the waterfront vista.

>R ecess Bar and Eats – sweeping

views over central Geelong. Glutenfree experts.

>M urphy’s – catch live music and killer views in Geelong West.

>G eelong Arts Centre – a garden and

street-art enhance the outlook over Johnstone Park, opening end of 2023.

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and cosy wine bar by night.

GEELONG CELLAR DOOR

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WINERIES

QUAFF-TASTIC

2024 FIVE STAR JAMES HALLIDAY WINERIES > Banks Road > Bannockburn Vineyards > Clyde Park Vineyard > Mulline > Oakdene > Provenance Wines 22

> Scotchmans Hill

Greater Geelong and The Bellarine is one of Australia’s leading wine-making regions with its rich basalt soils over limestone base. Cool climate wines such as pinot noir, shiraz and chardonnay thrive but you’ll find other varietals too.

And of course, wine tastes best when paired with a view so choose between a backdrop of captivating blue water on The Bellarine or the rolling green hills of the Moorabool Valley. Hidden treasure awaits.

ON THE GRAPE VINE Basils Farm has panoramic views across Swan Bay and a sweet kitchen garden. An upside-down cellar door will greet you among other quirky adornments at Oakdene and you can enjoy a meal at the in-house restaurant Mr Grubb.

In the early 1800s Greater Geelong was Victoria's largest grape-growing region, and its passionate winemakers are to this day producing exemplary drops.

Austin’s Wines has a superb cellar door in a converted shearing shed and hosts a variety of top chefs in rotating kitchen residencies. Terindah Estate has stunning bay views and a unique W Class Tram Bar; Scotchmans Hill is one of the oldest wineries on The Bellarine with an outstanding restaurant and views to Melbourne. Lethbridge Wines is among Australia’s most environmentally sustainable vineyards.

Provenance Wines channels the south of France from within a heritage bluestone building at the Fyansford Paper Mill. Indulge the senses at its gable-roofed restaurant and cellar door.

GREATER THAN BUYING FROM THE BOTTLE-O.

SCOTCHMANS HILL

TERINDAH ESTATE

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PROVENANCE WINES

CLYDE PARK VINEYARD

NICOL'S PADDOCK

EVENTS TO RAISE A GLASS AT: >G eelong Beer Festival 20 January

>S ummer Wine Celebrations 16-18 February

>P inot Affair 17-19 May

>W inter Shiraz Festival 2-4 August

>T oast to the Coast 19 October

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Jack Rabbit Vineyard looks out over the sparkling bay and distant You Yangs. They back it up with fabulous food and wine too. Head where the locals go to Leura Park Estate - known for its artisan wines with fresh local fare.

At Clyde Park the vista across Bannockburn’s green valleys is magical. Try a guided tasting and wood-fired pizza.

Nicol's Paddock has a restaurant with vast windows looking over the vineyard. Enjoy a tasting of the boutique chardonnay, pinot noir, rosé and shiraz.

The region's tour operators can curate personalised itineraries so you can sit back and swill your way around this incredible wine country.

BREWERIES & DISTILLERIES

CHEERS TO THAT Described as ‘Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory for beer’, Little Creatures Brewery and the White Rabbit Barrel Hall are housed in a 1923 red brick wool mill. In this brewery village you can take a tour, go to beer school, dine in the bustling Canteen, sample ageing beers, or grab a paddle and mingle outside in colourful laneways.

Queenscliff Brewhouse is set in an 1879 corner pub overlooking the bay. It has its own microbrewery plus the best local beers on tap. And why not make a pub crawl out of it? Mt Pleasant Rd Brewers, Blackman’s Brewery, BrewiColo and FarmDog Brewery are all must-stop destinations for lovers of craft beer.

If your tastebuds are calling for craft spirits, Ceres Distilling Co. makes gin and vodka. Anther Distillery serves their gin at the Federal Mills precinct while Bellarine Distillery at The Whiskery proffers gin and whiskey in a renovated farm shed amongst the trees.

Bellarine Estate serves up Thirty Acres Distillery gin, FarmDog Brewery offers FarmDog Gin and you can find Queenscliff Distillery Gin at their cellar door. Black Sheep Chamber of Gin is set in an 1880 bluestone wool store in Geelong’s CBD – a one-stop-shop to try five of the region’s distillers.

Wallington’s Flying Brick Cider Co. makes its original, draft and pear ciders from Victorian apples and Packham pears – 100% fruit, no concentrates.

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FARMDOG BREWERY

ANTHER DISTILLERY

THE WHISKERY

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MAKERS & GROWERS

MMM…TASTY Oh, how food tastes better when it’s plucked fresh from rich volcanic soils and clean seas, or made by passionate people.

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KET BAKER

Loosen the belt and take a gastronomic tour guaranteed to excite the heart and appetite.

The Bellarine and the Moorabool Valley has an abundance of makers and growers who have lovingly planted, picked and perfected the best things to eat. This food is cultivated in cool climate coastal landscapes, inland hills and volcanic soils journeying from paddock to farm gates, picnic baskets and restaurants.

Fresh bread with butter is one of life’s simple pleasures and it would be hard to find a more tasty combo than Ket Baker and Lard Ass Butter, five minutes apart, near Ocean Grove.

With top quality fresh produce on hand, it’s no surprise restaurants here champion ‘locally-sourced’ in their menus. White Fisheries is The Bellarine’s hub of seafood, selling catch pulled from the sea that day.

If you like fish done differently, visit Bellarine Smokehouse where only salt and smoke are used to preserve their cured and smoked salmon, barramundi, trout, eel and Murray Cod.

LARD ASS BUTTER

ANNIE’S PROVEDORE

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Lighthouse Olive Oil produces extra virgin olive oils that are made within hours of harvest. Spanish, Italian and Israeli varietals are blended together to create intense and medium flavours.

You can stay at this magnificent olive grove, at one of two deluxe guest houses and the oils can be purchased from Oakdene Vineyards Cellar Door.

Pick your own blueberries and strawberries at Tuckerberry Hill Berry Farm or Surf Coast Strawberries and head to Moorabool Valley Chocolate for handmade treats and charming countryside views.

If you haven’t got time to gather your goodies via the scenic route, provedores bring the best of the region to you. There’s Wildings Pantry Essentials in St Leonards, Annie’s Provedore in Barwon Heads and The Fresh Food Merchant in Geelong.

Pick up a map of the Bellarine Taste Trail from a Visitor Information Centre and discover the makers and growers and 40-odd wineries scattering The Bellarine. Or leave your journey of discovery in the knowledgeable hands of the region's tour guides.

To learn more visit: thebellarinetastetrail.com.au

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TO MARKET, TO MARKET...

Sample and stock up at these farmers' markets:

>B eckley Park Market –

Every Saturday (except between Christmas and New Year) 53 Broderick Rd, Corio

>G olden Plains Farmers' Market – 1st Saturday of the month Byron St, Bannockburn

>S outh Geelong Farmers' Market – 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month South Geelong Primary School

>B ellarine Farmers' Market – 3rd Saturday of the month Ocean Grove Park

>Q ueenscliffe Community Market - Last Sunday of the month, September to May Princess Park

LIGHTHOUSE OLIVE OIL

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JADE AND MAY

SHOPPING

ON TREND

Go roaming and you’ll discover bustling city streets and alleyways, breezy coastal strips, and stylish precincts hidden in historical buildings.

Pakington Street has clusters of eyecatching shops dotted amongst cafés and restaurants at both the Newtown end and the Geelong West end. Jade and May has stunning bedding as well as art and gifts - many made by local creatives. In central Geelong top spots for homewares are Townhouse Living and Empire & Laurel.

Treasure hunters can head to The Amazing Mill Markets to trawl its cavernous space for vintage clothing, furniture, books, records and collectables. There are more goodies

to be found at the enormous Geelong Vintage Market, located within the Federal Mills precinct (see p. 19).

Seaside towns offer an entirely different scene. In Ocean Grove, The Terrace is the place to go shopping, while in Barwon Heads it’s Hitchcock Avenue. Here surf shops slot between fashion, homewares and jewellery stores such as Kiitos Living by Design. On Queenscliff’s Hesse Street, heritage facades and wide verandahs give Victorian charm to bookshops, galleries, boutiques and cafés. For fashion and home décor in Portarlington visit Mishka + Mikki.

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The region has you covered for fashion, homewares, art and antiques or the endless possibilities of a vintage market.

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OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

REFRESH & REWILD

BUCKLEY FALLS

Wooded forests, granite hills and kilometres of winding coastline and rivers set the scene for endless adventures in the great outdoors.

For a playground that will keep everyone happy, it’s hard to go past the You Yangs Regional Park, a mass of granite slabs and boulders bubbling up from the Western Plains. Hike its 20km of walking trails (the views from the top of Flinders Peak stretch all the way to Melbourne and Geelong), hang out on rock-climbing routes, or mountain bike 50km of graded, purpose-built tracks.

Geelong Adventure Specialists can have you clambering up rock faces - and flying down - among many other heart racing activities. BYO horse for the Western Plantation Area trails. Nine picnic areas are scattered around if you want to make a day of it, and dogs on leads are welcome too.

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It's important to note that while action and nature abounds in these parts, the You Yangs region 'Wurdi Youang' has been a significant cultural site for the local Wadawurrung people for more than 60,000 years. From the highest peaks, the 360-degree views look over expanses of Wadawurrung Country.

The state’s richest wildflower habitat can be found in the hills and gullies of the Brisbane Ranges National Park where plenty more walking trails, from a few hours to three days, await. For a full immersive experience, set up a tent, caravan or camper-trailer amongst the trees at ‘Fridays’ or ‘Boar Gully’ campgrounds. Both are well situated to explore the Brisbane Ranges and neighbouring Steiglitz Historic Park.

Cyclists are spoilt for choice. Ride the 20km of paths shadowing Geelong’s picturesque Barwon River (the cascading Buckley Falls are a highlight), hit the Bellarine Rail Trail which runs a scenic 35km from South Geelong to Queenscliff or try out mountain biking at the You Yangs.

Cycling Vine Tours will personalise a Bellarine foodie adventure on two wheels for you.

PORTARLINGTON FORESHORE

There’s no doubt water lovers have endless options, from surfing the breaks at Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads, to swimming, kayaking, scuba diving and stand-up paddleboarding.

See the ‘Water and Maritime’ section for more ideas (p. 16).

Children will love the hedge maze and gardens at Barrabool Maze Estate which also has a restaurant on the grounds and resident peacocks.

Fairy Park is another fun choice – a medieval theme park set in the countryside at Anakie. Or let them run wild at Victoria’s biggest water theme park, Adventure Park Geelong – the waterslides are brilliant and in the cooler months they host a winter wonderland of snow, lights, fire and ice.

If you’re wanting to get a bird’s eye view, Geelong Helicopters offer scenic flights which take-off from the waterfront. Adventure Flight Co. operates from Barwon Heads and offers aerobatic flights and aerial tours. Geelong Ballooning and Liberty Balloon Flights will take you up, up and away.

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WONDERFUL WILDLIFE NARANA ABORIGINAL CULTURAL CENTRE

Geelong and The Bellarine is nature’s paradise; its forests, wetlands, sanctuaries and seas are home to an abundance of wildlife.

In the woodlands of the You Yangs live kangaroos and birds such as the tawny frogmouth, wedge-tailed eagles, rosellas and honeyeaters. More than 150 koalas live here too. The hiking trails of the Brisbane Ranges also offer a chance to spot koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, echidnas, gliders and more than 170 species of birds.

Swan Bay, Lake Connewarre and Reedy Lake are listed as Ramsar ‘Wetlands of International Importance’, providing habitat for more than 200 birds including the endangered orange-bellied parrot. Head to the viewing platform at Begola Wetlands to spot herons, black swans, wood ducks, swamphens and Latham’s snipe (they fly 8,000km from Japan to get here). Begola means ‘place of many frogs’ in Wadawurrung – you’ll hear banjo, tree and marsh frogs. The 4km sand spit reaching into Swan Bay at Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve is another good place for a walk with the binoculars.

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13TH BEACH GOLF LINKS

Serendip Sanctuary is a haven for wildlife in the Western Volcanic Plains. Wander 250 hectares of grassy woodlands and wetlands to discover free roaming animals such as kangaroos, wallabies and emus or sit quietly in the bird hide to spot some of the 150 species that visit this critical habitat.

At Werribee Open Range Zoo go ‘on safari’, riding in an open bus across the plains (spread over 225 acres) to spot giraffes, elands, ostriches, bisons, white rhinos, hippos and zebras. Enclosures are home to elephants (coming in 2024), lions, cheetahs, gorillas, monkeys and meerkats as well as a few Aussies such as mountain pygmy-possums, koalas and brolgas.

A dive into the blue opens-up a whole new world of critters and creatures.

More than 80 per cent of the marine life in Port Phillip Bay is not found anywhere else on the planet. St Leonards Pier is

a great place to jump in with a mask and snorkel, its pylons offer shelter for marine life including colourful sponges, fish, nudibranchs, seahorses, and weedy and leafy sea dragons.

The wreck of the 1925 paddlesteamer Ozone at Indented Head is another top spot. If you want to go deeper Scubabo run guided dives from Queenscliff Harbour or Bay City Scuba offer pier, shore and boat snorkelling and diving.

Sea All Dolphin Swims can get you up-close-and-personal with seals and dolphins in Queenscliff. Tours visit the protected waters of Popes Eye, teeming with marine life, and Chinaman’s Hat where up to 100 Australian fur seals await. Popes Eye is also home to the Australasian gannet, Australia’s largest diving sea bird.

Barwon Bluff is one of the best places in the region to see passing whales, June to October.

WERRIBEE OPEN RANGE ZOO

SEA ALL DOLPHIN SWIMS

QUEENSCLIFF GOLF COURSE

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TIME TO TEE OFF Geelong and The Bellarine is well above par when it comes to golf.

Of the dozen courses here, two are rated in Golf Australia's Top 10 public courses and another two make the Top 30. Sandy links with invigorating sea views dominate.

You’ll be playing the course of champions when you hit a round at 13th Beach Golf Links at Barwon Heads and it’s home to the Vic Open, one of Australia’s leading golf events, held in February. If you’re looking for a driving range to work on your skills, visit The Range @ Curlewis Golf Club where balls are automatically teed-up after each shot.

SHORT GAME FUN Mini-golf more your style? Children and adults will enjoy Bellarine Adventure Golf. Choose from The Mill course or The Mountain course, both 18 holes and offering exciting games that weave in and around gardens, creeks and waterfalls. A few tricky water hazards and sand traps will keep players on their toes and a little bit of luck will complement whatever skills you’ve got.

The mini-golf at The Range @ Curlewis is another fantastic option.

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13TH BEACH GOLF LINKS

CURLEWIS GOLF CLUB

TOP GOLF SPOTS > 1 3TH BEACH GOLF LINKS – BEACH COURSE

Renowned course architect Tony Cashmore’s best work. Play where the champions play.

> 13TH BEACH GOLF LINKS – CREEK COURSE

Excellent presentation with wide fairways; large, interesting greens.

>B ARWON HEADS GOLF CLUB – a course

reminiscent of famed Scottish links with undulating terrain.

>C URLEWIS GOLF CLUB – One of the most

improved courses in this country during the past decade with a spectacular new clubhouse.

Well considered design changes.

ACCOMMODATION @ CURLEWIS

STAY & PLAY

Swan Island - Australian Defence Force land.

Needing a place to rest?

Curlewis Golf Club has recently opened 60 beautifully designed rooms, all with balconies (above).

13th Beach Golf Links has luxurious and spacious lodges leading straight on to the greens; or book a room in the clubhouse at Barwon Heads Golf Club.

GREATER THAN A DOUBLE BOGEY.

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> LONSDALE LINKS – There is no other golf course

like it. May well be the most entertaining course Australia-wide.

>P ORTARLINGTON GOLF CLUB – great

combination of challenge and fun for players of all levels.

> QUEENSCLIFF GOLF CLUB - built in 1907 on

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ACCOMMODATION

STAY & UNWIND

PORTARLINGTON GRAND HOTEL

For a stay that’s right on the waterfront, it’s hard to beat the location of Novotel Geelong. For spacious rooms with bay and city views, consider R Hotel in Bellerine Street or Quest Geelong; while the newly opened Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong in Ryrie Street and the new Quest Geelong Central are both within walking distance of all the main attractions. Timber Door Luxury Accommodation offers high-end stays in the CBD. If you’re in town to catch the mighty Cats in a game of AFL or AFLW at GMHBA Stadium, Rydges is a 15-minute walk and Admiralty Inn is a 10-minute walk.

There’s no end of activities to keep kids occupied at holiday parks like the BIG4 Ingenia Holidays Queenscliff Beacon, BIG4 Bellarine Holiday Park and Ocean Grove Holiday Park. For absolute beach frontage, camp at Barwon Heads Caravan Park or Bellarine Bayside - they also have special pods which sleep 2 right at the water's edge. Located in Belmont, Barwon River Holiday Park and Tasman Holiday Parks Geelong are two riverside spots for the whole family to enjoy.

If you’re in the market for a caravan pay Prestige Jayco a visit.

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Those seeking a romantic getaway should look no further than the stylish cabins at The Woods Ocean Grove, offering a tranquil escape complete with outdoor bath, pizza oven and firepit amongst the gum trees. At The Nest in Point Lonsdale you can laze on the deck, relax in the spa and enjoy the expansive views from the luxury ecocabins. In Werribee book a room at the opulent Mansion Hotel & Spa. When serious pampering is in order, take time-out at Lon Retreat & Spa. It’s tucked away on 200 acres in Point Lonsdale with water and lighthouse views. The signature spa treatment is a soaking tub filled with mineral water sourced from springs running beneath the family-owned farm. Sagres in Queenscliff is a luxury beachside retreat which sleeps up to ten people across three levels. Seaview House in Queenscliff caters for big groups as does Barwon Heads Resort at 13th Beach.

GREATER THAN MAKING THE BED.

SAGRES

Ocean Edge Holiday Rentals have a portfolio of airbnb properties - select from Aussie beach shacks, rooms with ocean views, and pet-friendly accommodation.

There’s heritage charm at the Portarlington Grand Hotel, an icon that’s just had an extensive makeover.

Of the same vintage is Queenscliff beauty Vue Grand Hotel, built in 1881.

At Curlewis Golf Club new, refined and accessible accommodation abounds by the fairways.

And why simply visit a winery when you can stay there? The luxury eco villas overlooking the vines at McGlashan's Wallington Estate offer abundant light and space. Mt Duneed Estate offers new accommodation pods, some with outdoor baths overlooking the vineyard.

For something a little different, camp among the vines at Bellarine Estate Winery with Coastal Glamp or book Miles Away Shack – a restored beach house original. If you decide you want to stay in a home away from home, pay Kerleys Coastal Real Estate a visit!

THE WOODS

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ACCOMMODATION GEELONG

Abbotswood Motor Inn 308-310 High St Belmont 5243 0122 Admiralty Inn 66 McKillop St Geelong 5221 4288 Barwon River Holiday Park 153-163 Barrabool Rd Belmont 5243 3842 Belmercer Motel 12-14 Mercer St Geelong 5229 9021 Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Aparts 30 Keera St Geelong 5222 4777 Discovery Parks - Geelong 59 Barrabool Rd Belmont 5243 6225

Eastern Sands Motel 1 Bellerine St Geelong 5221 5577 Econo Lodge Hacienda Motel 15 Mt Pleasant Rd Belmont 5243 5844

Eden Oak 20 Adams Ct Geelong 5225 5888 Geelong Serviced Apartments 206 Myers St Geelong 5221 5959 Geelong Short Stays 142 Little Malop St Geelong 0436 007 229 Golden Palms Motel 234 Torquay Rd Grovedale 5243 1077

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Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong 40 Ryrie St Geelong 4225 6100 Kardinia Park Motel 422 Latrobe Tce Newtown 5221 5188

Nireeda Apartments on Clare 1 Clare St Geelong 5221 0566 Novotel Geelong 10-14 Eastern Beach Rd Geelong 5223 1377

Quality Hotel Bayside Geelong 13-15 The Esplanade Geelong 5244 7700 Quest Apartments Geelong 16-18 The Esplanade Sth Geelong 5228 2000

Shannon Motor Inn 283-285 Shannon Ave Newtown 5222 4355

Tasman Holiday Parks - Geelong 75 Barrabool Rd Belmont 5243 5505 The Gatehouse on Ryrie 83 Yarra St Geelong 0407 711 707 The Waterfront Apartments 2-4 Yarra St Geelong 5222 1370

Quest Geelong Central 71-77 Gheringhap St Geelong 5212 9100 R Hotel Geelong 10 Bellerine St Geelong 4206 0500 Regional Escapes 6/186 High St Belmont 5292 3636

Rose Garden Motel 14-16 Settlement Rd Belmont 5241 9441

Sabina on Little Myers 90 Lt Myers St Geelong 0427 785 404

Sphinx Entertainment Centre 2 Thompson Rd North Geelong 5278 2911

Parkside Motel Geelong 68 High St Belmont 5243 6766

Rippleside Park Motor Inn 67 Melbourne Rd Drumcondra 5278 2017

Rydges Geelong Cnr Gheringhap & Myers Sts Geelong 5223 6200

Timber Door Luxury Accommodation 94 Gheringhap St Geelong 0409 701 799 Vue Apartment Hotel 6 Bellerine St Geelong 5246 1588 INDENTED HEAD / PORTARLINGTON

Bellarine Bayside Holiday Parks 20 Boat Rd Portarlington 5254 4000 Portarlington Beach Motel 153 Newcombe St Portarlington 5259 3801

Portarlington Grand Hotel 76 Newcombe St Portarlington 8533 4898

Starhaven Retreat 13 Calimo Pl Indented Head 5257 3163

Waterline Property 48 Stevens St Portarlington 0456 423 355 QUEENSCLIFF

Athelstane House 4 Hobson St Queenscliff 5258 1024

Banks at Queenscliff 78A Hesse St Queenscliff 0419 356 720

BIG4 Ingenia Holidays Queenscliff Beacon 78 Bellarine Hwy Queenscliff 5258 1133 Blue Beach House 55 Flinders St Queenscliff 0419 882 343

Boatramp Cottage 12 Bridge St Queenscliff 5258 4662 Circa 1902 Queenscliff 59 Hesse St Queenscliff 0499 771 674

Cobb & Co Lodge 37 Learmonth St Queenscliff 5258 1188 Queenscliff Tourist Park 134 Hesse St Queenscliff 5258 1765

Ruby's Queenscliff 2 St Andrews St Queenscliff 0488 010 567

If dialing from outside Victoria use area code (03).

Seaview House 86 Hesse St Queenscliff 5258 1763 Vue Grand 46 Hesse St Queenscliff 5258 1544

YMCA Camp Wyuna 71 Flinders St Queenscliff 5258 1656 POINT LONSDALE

Kerleys Coastal Real Estate 101 Point Lonsdale Rd Point Lonsdale 5258 4100 Lon Retreat & Spa 25 Gill Rd Point Lonsdale 5258 2990 Point Lonsdale Guest House 31 Point Lonsdale Rd Point Lonsdale 5258 1142 The Lonsdale Palms 85 Bellarine Hwy Point Lonsdale 0448 366 884 The Nest Luxury Stay 2140 Bellarine Hwy Point Lonsdale 0419 329 090 OCEAN GROVE Alice’s Palace Ocean Grove 6/1/3 Inskip St Ocean Grove 0488 884 598

Boat Ramp Motel 14-18 Guthridge St Ocean Grove 0431 254 408

Miles Away Shack 5 Wallington Rd Ocean Grove 0422 599 202 Ocean Grove Holiday Park 90 Wallington Rd Ocean Grove 5256 2233 Riverside Ocean Grove 64-78 Wallington Rd Ocean Grove 5256 2555 Riverview Family Caravan Park Barwon HeadsOcean Grove Rd Ocean Grove 5256 1600 The Woods 1 Hillson Gr Ocean Grove 0408 364 464 Wynndean Holiday Resort 15 The Esplanade Ocean Grove 5255 1766 BARWON HEADS

13th Beach Golf Lodges 1732 Barwon Heads Rd Barwon Heads 5254 2922 Barwon Heads Caravan Park Ewing Blyth Dv Barwon Heads 5254 1115

Barwon Heads Resort at 13th Beach 36 Fourteenth Rd Barwon Heads 5254 1777 Ceres Coastal Hitchcock Ave Barwon Heads 0409 954 598 AROUND GEELONG

Barbie May's 82 Napier St Inverleigh 0409 416 034 Cedar Cottage 1741 BannockburnShelford Rd Shelford 0408 595 093 Geelong Surfcoast Highway Holiday Pk 621 Surf Coast Hwy Mt Duneed 5264 1243 Holiday Inn Werribee 22 Synnot St Werribee 8731 3030 Little River Bed and Breakfast 16 Flinders St Little River 5283 1858 Mansion Hotel & Spa at Werribee Park K Road Werribee 9731 4000 Moranghurk Shearer's Quarters 210 Sharp Rd Lethbridge 0439 819 675

AROUND BELLARINE

Accommodation at Curlewis 1345 Portarlington Rd Curlewis 5251 1111 BIG4 Bellarine Holiday Park 1801 Bellarine Hwy Marcus Hill 5251 5744 Campbell Point House 199 Matthews Rd Leopold 0467 494 004 Coastal Glamp 2270 Portarlington Rd Bellarine 0410 758 165 Great Ocean Stays 0403 515 605 greatoceanstays. com.au

Lighthouse Olive Oil Cottage 648 Andersons Rd Drysdale 5251 1100 McGlashan Estate Luxury Eco Villas 225 Swan Bay Rd Wallington 5250 5760 Ocean Edge Holiday Rentals 0402 415 203 Oakdene Vineyards Guesthouse 255 Grubb Rd Wallington 5255 1255 Swan Bay Holiday Park 1235 Swan Bay Rd Swan Bay 5258 1481

If dialing from outside Victoria use area code (03).

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BARWON RIVER HOLIDAY PARK

Discover relaxation at its best at Barwon River Holiday Park in Geelong! With our perfect location, nestled along the picturesque Barwon River & only 2km to Geelong’s CBD and waterfront! Enjoy our fantastic range of villas, cabins, caravan sites and camping to suit all! Create memories with endless outdoor activities, including our outdoor heated swimming pools, ½ basketball court, playgrounds, and jumping pillow!

153 Barrabool Rd, Belmont 5243 3842 / 1800 657 955 • info@barwonriverhp.com.au W: barwonriverhp.com.au

NOVOTEL GEELONG

Novotel Geelong is one of the city’s premier hotel and function venue, located in the heart of the waterfront. Featuring 109 refurbished accommodation rooms with balconies, restaurant and bar, free Wi-Fi, function rooms, indoor pool, steam room, fitness centre and much more.

10-14 Eastern Beach Rd, Geelong 5223 1377 • reservations@novotelgeelong.com.au W: novotelgeelong.com.au

QUEST GEELONG

Quest Geelong’s newly renovated serviced apartments offer guests a relaxed and comfortable home away from home experience perfect for short or long stays alike.

Quest Geelong Apartments offers studios and 1-bedroom apartments, 1-bedroom accessible apartments and 2-bedroom apartments. The apartments offer space to enjoy your stay with full size kitchens, living room and space to move. Each apartment also features apartmentcontrolled A/C, smart TV’s, car parking and Wi-Fi. Our local staff are here to help you make the most of your stay to live as local as you like!

16-18 The Esplanade Sth Geelong • 5228 2000 sales.geelong@questapartments.com.au • W: questgeelong.com.au

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HOTEL FEATURES • Smart TVs

• Conference facilities

• Accessible rooms

• Undercover secure car parking

• Pet-friendly rooms • Roof top gymnasium • Business centre

• High-speed unlimited Wi-Fi

• 87 apartments - studio, one, two

and three bedroom options

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RYDGES GEELONG

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Conveniently located in the heart of the CBD, Rydges Geelong offers stylish and affordable Geelong accommodation for business and leisure travellers alike. Our Geelong hotel offers sweeping views of sparkling Corio Bay and only minutes from the lively foreshore of Eastern Beach. This premier Geelong hotel is the perfect blend of inner-city convenience and that scenic holiday feel.

Cnr Gheringhap & Myers Sts, Geelong 5223 6200 • reservations_rydgesgeelong@evt.com W: rydges.com

TASMAN HOLIDAY PARKS – GEELONG

Where the river meets the sea at Geelong. Set amongst beautiful gum trees on the banks of the Barwon River, Tasman Holiday Parks – Geelong is perfectly situated for a weekend break or family holiday in Geelong.

Facebook: www.facebook.com/tasmanholidayparks/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/tasmanholidayparksaus/ 75 Barrabool Rd, Belmont 5243 5505 • geelong@tasmanholidayparks.com W: tasmanholidayparks.com/au/caravan-parks/geelong/ VISITGEELONGBELLARINE.COM.AU

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TIMBER DOOR LUXURY ACCOMMODATION

Discover urban industrial luxury in the heart of Geelong CBD. Our meticulously designed accommodation combines sophistication and sensuality, offering open-plan living spaces adorned with luxury-inspired amenities. Whether you seek a romantic escape, a soulful retreat, or a corporate haven, our combined apartments and high-end stays are tailored to your desires. Redefine the way you work, rest and play!

94 Gheringhap St, Geelong 0409 701 799 W: timberdoorluxuryaccommodation.com.au

BARWON HEADS RESORT

Barwon Heads Resort is nestled between two of Australia’s best golf courses in the 13th Beach Golf Links Estate. The Resort features 38 beautifully appointed self-contained apartments, an outdoor swimming pool, gymnasium, tennis court, day spa, restaurant, direct access to the beach, function rooms and conference centre. Perfect location for a couples getaway, family holiday, golf trip, conference or special event.

36 Fourteenth Rd, Barwon Heads (at 13th Beach Golf Links) 5254 1777 • info@barwonheadsresort.com.au W: barwonheadsresort.com.au • FB: @BarwonHeadsResort/

MILES AWAY SHACK

The alluring laid back summer by the beach unfolds right here folks. The shack is a bespoke experience inspired by the nostalgia of yesteryears and the ocean’s rhythm in our 1950’s beach shack wedged between the river and the sea. Nestled on the picturesque coast, a stone’s throw away from the river’s edge, main beach and town centre, the Miles Away Shack offers a quiet place to relax & unwind. Maximum 4 guests.

Ocean Grove, Victoria 0422 599 202 • milesawayoceangrove@gmail.com W: milesawayshack.com • facebook.com/milesawayshack

OCEAN GROVE HOLIDAY PARK

Ocean Grove Holiday Park is a family friendly park only minutes from fantastic Surf Coast beaches. We offer quality accommodation from camping to three bedroom villas.

Kids are kept busy enjoying the Park’s facilities including jumping pillow, heated outdoor pool, indoor spa, games room, playground, basketball ring and tennis court.

90 Wallington, Rd, Ocean Grove 5256 2233 • info@oceangroveholidaypark.com.au W: oceangroveholidaypark.com.au

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Embrace the

holiday lifestyle Treat yourself to the getaway you deserve at this resort-style holiday park on the Bellarine Peninsula.

With plenty to see and do in and around the park, your holiday can be as active or relaxed as you please.

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SEAVIEW HOUSE QUEENSCLIFF

Book out the whole of Seaview House Queenscliff to celebrate your special occasion or event! Operating since 1875, our boutique historic guesthouse has all the facilities you’ll need to make your stay memorable including 15 ensuited guest rooms, full commercial kitchen, café, entertainment room, lounges. Located on the doorstep of shops, cafes, restaurants, beaches, marina, and close to wineries and golf courses.

86 Hesse St, Queenscliff 0437 075 204 • instagram.com/seaviewhouse/ W: seaviewhouse.com.au • facebook.com/Seaview House

VUE GRAND - HOTEL - RESTAURANT - BAR An iconic hotel located in the main street of Queenscliff.

A veteran of the Victorian hotel and dining scene, the Vue Grand has been welcoming visitors to Queenscliff for over 140 years.

Just 90 minutes from Melbourne CBD or arrive via ferry from the Mornington Peninsula. The Vue Grand is perfect for weddings, conferences or just a leisurely weekend away.

46 Hesse St, Queenscliff 5258 1544 • reception@vuegrand.com.au W: vuegrand.com.au

KERLEYS COASTAL HOLIDAYS With over 110 + self-contained properties in Point Lonsdale, Queenscliff and surrounds, Kerleys Coastal Holidays has the perfect property for your weekend getaway, family holiday or a quick last-minute escape.

We have the right holiday space to suit all tastes and budgets (including your furry friend).

101 Point Lonsdale Rd, Point Lonsdale 5258 4100 • bookings@kerleys.com.au W: kerleyscoastalholidays.com.au • FB: @kerleyscoastalholidays

LON RETREAT & SPA

Escape the busyness of life on over 250 acres of rural and conservation land, hidden away on a hill by the ocean.

Cloud-watching, stargazing, walking without a map.

For those searching to reconnect with the beauty of slow and simple, your adult exclusive retreat and spa awaits.

Lon Spa open to day guests Monday - Saturday.

25 Gill Rd, Point Lonsdale 5258 2990 • stay@lonretreat.com.au / spa@lonretreat.com.au W: lonretreat.com.au • facebook.com/lonretreatspa/ VISITGEELONGBELLARINE.COM.AU

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COASTAL GLAMP

Coastal Glamp resides on the property of Bellarine Estate, behind the Cellar Door, surrounded by vines. The beautiful space can accommodate a number of tents in different formations, allowing for couples, families or small groups to enjoy their own space. Coastal Glamp aims to give you the freedom to explore the wonders of the peninsula, whilst providing a unique, fun and welcoming experience.

Bellarine Estate Winery - 2270, Portarlington Rd, Bellarine 0410 758 165 • contact@coastalglamp.com.au W: coastalglamp.com.au • facebook.com/coastalglamp

DISCOVER THE BELLARINE

Book your Bellarine Peninsula escape through Ocean Edge Holiday Rentals. From architectural wonders, to quirky beach shacks. Ocean view apartments, and pet friendly properties to bring your pooch, we have beautiful homes to suit.

We hand pick properties to offer unforgettable experiences to our guests. Locally owned and operated, our property management specialists ensure you have everything you need. beck@oceanedgeholidayrentals.com.au W: oceanedgeholidayrentals.com.au

THE SPHINX HOTEL

The 15 meter Sphinx is your one stop entertainment venue in Geelong!

Enjoy a meal in the Pharaohs Bistro, with indoor and outdoor dining and an outdoor playground and Indoor iPad room for the kids on those rainy days. Have a bet on the races or watch your favourite sporting event on our 7 meter big screen.

Our Luxor Showroom boasts amazing local and international acts and the vibrant Cazbar hosts fantastic local bands every Saturday night.

2 Thompson Rd, North Geelong • 5278 2911 info@sphinxhotel.com.au • W: sphinxhotel.com.au facebook.com/sphinxhotelgeelong • instagram.com/sphinx_hotel_geelong

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1915 RESTAURANT & BAR

1915 Restaurant and Bar is a venue like no other.

Just 600m from Spirit of Tasmania Quay, and 6-min drive from Geelong CBD, we offer the perfect pit stop for delicious Mediterranean-influenced food under our iconic arched window, or a simple snack from the all-day menu in the beer garden. With sommelier selected wines, and an extensive cocktail list, our historic venue is sure to impress. Open 7 days.

PH2, Federal Mills, 33 Mackey St, North Geelong 0499 33 1915 • cheers@1915.com.au W: 1915.com.au

TEMPO KITCHEN & BAR

Located in the heart of Geelong, Tempo Kitchen & Bar focuses on providing a unique dining experience that celebrates the local produce and flavours of Victoria. Enjoy all day dining in the restaurant, alfresco area or some beautifully curated beverages in the bar area or private wine nook.

10-14 Eastern Beach Rd, Geelong 5273 5460 • info@tempogeelong.com.au W: tempogeelong.com.au

360Q

360Q is an iconic two-storey dining venue situated on the waterfront at Queenscliff Harbour.

We offer two incredible venues: the 360Q function space upstairs and a more casual dining downstairs area for breakfast, lunch, dinner and special occasions.

2 Wharf St East, Queenscliff 5257 4200 • enquiries@360q.com.au W: 360q.com.au

CLYDE PARK VINEYARD & BISTRO

Delectably fine wine and magnificent views are the essence of the Clyde Park vineyard. Its location on the truly unique hills surrounding the Moorabool River, is just thirty kilometres north of Geelong. Visit our cellar door and popular bistro to experience our exceptional wines and local gourmet food for yourself or find Clyde Park on socials for more information on upcoming events and promotions.

2490 Midland Hwy, Bannockburn 5281 7274 • events@clydepark.com.au W: clydepark.com.au • facebook.com/clydeparkvineyardbistro VISITGEELONGBELLARINE.COM.AU

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BARRABOOL MAZE ESTATE

A unique family friendly destination.

Within a 15-minute drive from the Geelong CBD you are transported into the tranquil countryside of the Barrabool Hills.

Why not take a country break, relax, enjoy a drink or a delicious meal and explore our gardens and hedge maze.

35 Walter Rd, Barrabool 1300 356 217 • info@barraboolmaze.com.au W: barraboolmaze.com.au

JACK RABBIT VINEYARD

Iconic Bellarine winery • Unrivalled panoramic views • Contemporary à la carte cuisine • Sophisticated cool climate wines • Lunch & wine tastings • Weddings, functions & special events • FINALIST – Best Restaurant in a Winery (VIC/TAS) 2023 85 McAdams Ln, Bellarine 5251 2223 W: jackrabbitvineyard.com.au VISITGEELONGBELLARINE.COM.AU

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TERINDAH ESTATE

Bringing together award-winning wines, delectable food and spectacular views across the bay, is one of the Bellarine’s most beautiful venues. Enjoy cellar door wine tastings and lunch in The Shed restaurant. With so many unique spaces to access, it’s the perfect venue for weddings, private functions and corporate events. Located less than 80 minutes from Melbourne’s CBD, 20 minutes from Geelong or come via ferry.

90 McAdams Ln, Bellarine 5251 5536 • operations@terindahestate.com W: terindahestate.com • facebook.com/TerindahEstate

LEURA PARK ESTATE

Artisan wines without compromise • Sensational setting • Multi-award winning, estate grown wines • Stunning pizzas, platters & fresh local fare • Live music Sundays – a 16-year tradition!

• The local favourite for a reason Open Thu – Sun & Public Holidays 11am – 5pm. 7 days January 1400 Portarlington Rd, Curlewis 5253 3180 W: leuraparkestate.com.au

FLYING BRICK CIDER CO

Funky. Fabulous. Fun. Renowned cider house and winery in one.

Innovative space, luxurious grounds and vineyard, delicious food and 100% naturally crafted ciders. Cider & wine tastings.

Home of Yes said the Seal winery.

Open 7 days 11am – 5pm Lunch.

Dinner and Live Music Friday & Saturday nights 1251 Bellarine Hwy, Wallington 5250 6577 • info@flyingbrickciderco.com.au W: flyingbrickciderco.com.au

KET BAKER

Nestled among the gum trees, Ket Baker passionately handcrafts 100% sourdough bread and pastries, celebrating local ingredients, and promoting wholesome food and gut health. Ket Baker embodies a wild-spirited approach, challenging the status quo of processed foods, while nourishing both your body and soul. Open: Mon - Fri: 8am 6pm, Sat: 8am - 5pm & Sun: 9am - 4pm (or until sold out).

377 Grubb Rd, Wallington, Bellarine Peninsula 0480 498 502 • eat@ketbaker.com.au W: ketbaker.com.au • facebook.com/KETBAKER1

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BELLARINE SMOKEHOUSE

Delicious smoked fish, oil and salt and farmgate shop on the Bellarine. The best product takes time, pure and simple.

We use premium fish, coastal ti-tree wood for smoking & salt. That’s it. Find our award-winning products in specialty supermarkets and provedores across Victoria, via our farmers market stalls, online and direct to you at our shed door +curatedPANTRY. Check website for opening hours.

2230 Portarlington Rd, Bellarine 0434 229 680 - Sarah Fenton W: bellarinesmokehouse.com • FB/bellarinesmokehouse/

PORTARLINGTON MUSSEL TOURS

A curated Bellarine foodie experience, celebrating Portarlington Mussels. Our boutique tours, provide a front row seat to the mussel farming process, all from the comfort of a lovingly refurbished Huon pine vessel. Get to know the mussel masters in an informal setting and see how the mussels are expertly cultivated. Once you’ve learned the ropes, settle in for cooking demonstrations & tasting, all complemented by Bellarine wines.

Portarlington Pier. Portarlington 0402 225 251 • info@portmusseltours.com.au W: portarlingtonmusseltours.com.au

NATIONAL CELTIC FOLK FESTIVAL JUNE 7-10, 2024

Portarlington is gearing up for an exciting winter festival in 2024! With a focus on rich and vibrant Folk and Celtic music, arts and culture, this event offers a wide range of activities and entertainment. There will be no shortage of live music, bars, markets, workshops, sessions, delicious food, dances, writers, children’s program, demonstrations, and special events - the picturesque Bellarine Peninsula provides a beautiful backdrop for this gathering.

Get ready for four days of fun and festivities!

0473345870 • mail@nationalcelticfestival.com W: nationalcelticfestival.com

GEELONG GALLERY

Discover the captivating art at Geelong Gallery, where a significant collection amassed over 125 years awaits. This includes works by renowned artists Eugene von Guérard, Clarice Beckett, Emily Kame Kngwarreye, and Frederick McCubbin. Nestled within Geelong’s vibrant Cultural Precinct by the picturesque Johnstone Park, our exhibitions promise thought-provoking encounters that will enrich and excite.

55 Little Malop St, Geelong Free entry, open daily, 10am-5pm W: geelonggallery.org.au • facebook.com/@geelonggallery VISITGEELONGBELLARINE.COM.AU

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WHERE CREATIVITY MEETS Your largest dedicated regional arts centre in Australia is now open right here in Geelong!

Visit geelongartscentre.org.au

GEELONG RACING CLUB WE MAKE THE MOMENTS

www.grc.com.au

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National Wool Museum Welcome to Geelong’s Bluestone Jewel Box

Plan your visit here

Wadawurrung Country 26 Moorabool St, Geelong Open daily 10am-5pm nwm.vic.gov.au

Located in a beautifully restored 1872 woolstore near Geelong’s Waterfront, the Museum is a vibrant and inclusive gathering place.

A place for the curious to connect with Geelong’s past, engage with its present and actively contribute to its future.

LONSDALE LINKS A newly redeveloped golfing gem, Lonsdale Links is a distinctive links golf experience served up with welcoming coastal hospitality. Boasting several Top 100 golf course accolades, Lonsdale Links also hosts a scenic Restaurant and Bar overlooking the course and Lake Victoria. Lonsdale Links welcomes members, visitors, golfers and non-golfers alike.

31 Clubhouse Dr, Point Lonsdale 5258 1955 • admin@lonsdalelinks.com.au W: lonsdalelinks.com.au • facebook.com/lonsdalelinks

QUEENSCLIFFE MARITIME MUSEUM AND POINT LONSDALE LIGHTHOUSE TOURS

Discover the stories at the heart of this maritime town.

Learn about the lifeboat Queenscliffe, the wrecks, rescues, lighthouses, pilots, and fishermen. Museum open daily 11am4pm except Christmas Day and Good Friday.

Climb the iconic Point Lonsdale Lighthouse on a guided tour Sunday mornings 9.30am-12.30pm or by appointment.

2 Wharf St, Queenscliff 5258 3440 • info@maritimequeenscliffe.org.au W: maritimequeenscliffe.org.au • FB/Queenscliffe-Maritime-Museum

SEA ALL DOLPHIN SWIMS

Sea All Dolphin Swims is renowned for delivering the best outdoor regenerative tourism experiences in Victoria.

Snorkel, swim or sightsee with wild seals and dolphins and more, exploring the rich diverse history of Southern Port Phillip Bay. Our multi-award-winning tours can be uniquely designed to suit your preferences and budget. Perfectly suited to individuals, couples, groups, corporate team building experiences, school activities and family celebrations for all ages and abilities. Expert interpretation is provided throughout the experience by our friendly local staff. Warm wetsuits and excellent quality equipment is included.

All tour fares directly support marine conservation efforts.

Queenscliff Harbour • 5258 3889 Bookings are essential. crew@dolphinswims.com.au • W: dolphinswims.com.au VISITGEELONGBELLARINE.COM.AU

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BELLARINE RAILWAY

A volunteer-run organisation, offering steam train trips and experiences between Queenscliff and Drysdale. The Swan Bay Express runs steam train trips year-round and themed family specials during the Easter and July holidays. Corporate partnerships have been established with The Blues Train and Q Train. Major events include Day Out With Thomas in Jan, Apr and Oct; and THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride each Dec. Queenscliff Station: 20 Symonds St, Queenscliff 5258 2069 • info@bellarinerailway.com.au W: bellarinerailway.com.au

PORT PHILLIP FERRIES

Looking for a relaxed way to travel to Portarlington or Geelong from Melbourne? Arrive invigorated, and ready to take on your adventure - no car keys or traffic necessary.

Port Phillip Ferries offers two separate daily services between Portarlington - Docklands (70 mins direct); and select services between Geelong - Docklands (130 mins via Portarlington).

Portarlington – Geelong services w/ends & most school hols.

131 Harbour Esplanade, Docklands 9514 8959 • info@portphillipferries.com.au W: portphillipferries.com.au • facebook.com/portphillipferries

HIRE A

KOMBI Hire A Kombi is Australia’s longest operating self-drive Kombi hire business and it’s right here in the Geelong region.

Four beautifully restored VW’s from the 1970’s + 80’s. Campers can cater up to a family of 5 to cruise the beautiful Victorian region and enjoy sleeping in these very rare and unique Kombi’s. The 8-seater is perfect for weddings and day trips with friends. Alyce + George have over 10 years experience in ensuring you will have a memorable time and can help plan your trip to suit your style of travel. Fitted out with essentials, so all you need to do is travel the roads and soak up new memories...An experience all ages will enjoy.

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0437 548 898 hireakombi@gmail.com www.hireakombi.com Facebook: Hire A Kombi Instagram: @hireakombi

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CITY HALL 30 Gheringhap St, Geelong

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QUEENSCLIFFE HUB 55 Hesse St, Queenscliff

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