Highton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A sunset over a grassy field with a prominent tree and a rock formation.
A river flowing through a forested area with a bridge crossing over it.

Activities

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of the Great Ocean Road, Australia

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of the Great Ocean Road, Australia

NZ$35
per traveller
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of the Great Ocean Road, Australia
Full-Day Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles Tour

Full-Day Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles Tour

NZ$116
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles Tour
Ferry crossing Queenscliff to Sorrento

Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise

NZ$233
per adult
Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise
Around the Bay Food and Wine Taste Trail

Around the Bay Food and Wine Taste Trail

NZ$270
per adult
Around the Bay Food and Wine Taste Trail
Torquay: Skydive over The Great Ocean Road - opt Melb pickup

Torquay: Skydive over The Great Ocean Road - opt Melb pickup

NZ$468
per adult
Torquay: Skydive over The Great Ocean Road - opt Melb pickup
One of the 'must' drive coastal roads of the world

3-Day Melbourne to Adelaide Tour Including the Great Ocean Road

NZ$3,134
per adult
3-Day Melbourne to Adelaide Tour Including the Great Ocean Road
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Our pick of the best Highton Hotel Deals

Admiralty Inn

Admiralty Inn

3 out of 5
66 Mckillop Street Geelong VIC
The price is NZ$116 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
NZ$116
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"There was a digital check-in. The clean room was a good size with good natural light. The road was a bit loud at times the rooms at the back should be okay. Handy spot. Good value"

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2026

Admiralty Inn
Wyndham Resort Torquay

Wyndham Resort Torquay

4 out of 5
100 The Esplanade Torquay VIC
The price is NZ$272 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$272
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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! (1,005 reviews)
"good stay except for the fire alarms going off twice and in on sunday morning at 8.20am. property is a little run down, bbq amenities dirty, pool area had duck poo everywhere. Property does need a little refresh."

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026

Wyndham Resort Torquay
The Sands Torquay

The Sands Torquay

4 out of 5
2 Sands Boulevarde Torquay VIC
The price is NZ$292 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
NZ$292
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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 ...
The Sands Torquay
Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong

4 out of 5
Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St Geelong VIC
The price is NZ$189 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
NZ$189
3 Dec - 4 Dec
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 ...
Rydges Geelong
Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong

4 out of 5
20 Adams Court East Geelong VIC
The price is NZ$161 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
NZ$161
4 Nov - 5 Nov
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! (603 reviews)
"This hotel is not 4 star as claimed. I would rate it 3 star at best (despite what the PR written articles say). This conference venue is only partially renovated and a real rabbit warren to get around. The corridors are sparse and very much dated back to the 80’s. No lifts so be prepared to lift ..."

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026

Eden Oak Geelong
Geelong Holiday Park

Geelong Holiday Park

2 out of 5
153 Barrabool Rd Belmont VIC
The price is NZ$134 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$134
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a garden. Popular attractions Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal and GMHBA Stadium ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (90 reviews)
"Easy walk across the river into Geelong, clean comfortable cabin, a couple of pools to choose from, nice well kept surroundings."

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Geelong Holiday Park
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Our guide on where to stay in Highton

Find the best Highton areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Highton
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A calm waterfront at night with illuminated buildings and a pier reflecting in the water.
Photo by Lee Dawson
Open Photo by Lee Dawson

Geelong Central

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

A sunset over a grassy field with a prominent tree and a rock formation.

Mount Duneed

While visiting Mount Duneed, you might make a stop by sights like Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Conewarre K47 Streamside Reserve.

A waterfront promenade with palm trees, a fountain, and a distant pier.
Photo by Donna McEachran
Open Photo by Donna McEachran

Waterfront Precinct

If you're spending some time in Waterfront Precinct, Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure and Eastern Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A waterfront promenade with modern architecture, including a glass building and a sculpture garden with large stone sculptures.

Belmont

Get to know Belmont by checking out its shopping, spas and river views. Consider a visit to nearby sights like GMHBA Stadium or Geelong Showground during your time in the area.

A sunset over a grassy field with a prominent tree and a rock formation.

Moolap

While Moolap isn't home to many top sights, Mill Markets and Bellarine Rail Trail are some notable places to visit nearby.

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