Newtown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Jade Craven
Photo by Jade Craven

Popular places to visit

Balyang Sanctuary

Balyang Sanctuary

Explore the great outdoors at Balyang Sanctuary, a lovely green space in Geelong. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this relaxing area.

Balyang Sanctuary
The Carousel

The Carousel

4/5(13 reviews)

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
You Yangs Regional Park

You Yangs Regional Park

4.5/5(13 reviews)

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
Little Creatures Brewery

Little Creatures Brewery

You can take time to visit Little Creatures Brewery during your travels to Geelong. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Little Creatures Brewery

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.

The Heights Heritage House and Garden

Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal

4/5(254 reviews)

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

Activities

Private Day Tour at The Great Ocean Road

Private Day Tour at The Great Ocean Road

NZ$1,185
per traveller
Private Day Tour at The Great Ocean Road
One of the 'must' drive coastal roads of the world

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

NZ$2,586
per adult
3-Day Melbourne to Adelaide Tour Including the Great Ocean Road
Great Ocean Road is scenic all year around

Overnight Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne

NZ$1,538
per adult
Overnight Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne
GRAMPIANS N.P.

3-Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour from Melbourne

NZ$2,909
per adult
3-Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour from Melbourne
Geelong Waterfront

Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise

NZ$204
per adult
Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise
Bay cruise across Port Phillip Bay

Around the Bay Food and Wine Taste Trail

NZ$236
per adult
Around the Bay Food and Wine Taste Trail
See all activities in Geelong

Our pick of the best Newtown Hotel Deals

Kingsway Motel Geelong
Kingsway Motel Geelong
2 out of 5
9 Aberdeen St, Newtown, VIC
The price is NZ$144 per night from 1 July to 2 July
NZ$144
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal and Geelong Performing Arts ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (68 reviews)
"Was in a good location close to centre if town and supermarket and eateries nearby. Its on a main road which can be busy. Our room fronted the road so could hear road noise throughout the night"

Reviewed on 8 Jun. 2025

Kingsway Motel Geelong
Rydges Geelong
Rydges Geelong
4 out of 5
Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St, Geelong, VIC
The price is NZ$177 per night from 29 June to 30 June
NZ$177
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Rooms are spacious, bed comfortable and room was clean and quiet. Staff were lovely, check in and check out a breeze."

Reviewed on 20 Jun. 2025

Rydges 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 NZ$179 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$179
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (266 reviews)
"The Holiday Inn is modern and conveniently located. The only downside is that you have to separately book and pay a second party for parking your car, even though it’s parked underneath the same building."

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2025

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Wyndham Resort Torquay
Wyndham Resort Torquay
4 out of 5
100 The Esplanade, Torquay, VIC
The price is NZ$225 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$225
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Everything was fantastic. The 3 bedroom apartment is huge with a great set up and the resort was clean and staff friendly"

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2025

Wyndham Resort Torquay
Admiralty Inn
Admiralty Inn
3 out of 5
66 Mckillop Street, Geelong, VIC
The price is NZ$138 per night from 26 June to 27 June
NZ$138
26 June - 27 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Price was very cheap which worried me but the quality was very high. Clean rooms, good wifi, good bed and home cooked eggs and bacon breakfast was perfect. Thank you. We will stay here again."

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

Admiralty Inn
Eden Oak Geelong
Eden Oak Geelong
4 out of 5
20 Adams Court, East Geelong, VIC
The price is NZ$160 per night from 29 June to 30 June
NZ$160
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (361 reviews)
"The included breakfast was a welcome surprise."

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

Eden Oak Geelong
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Other neighbourhoods around Newtown

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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 West
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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
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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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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.

Highton
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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.

North Geelong
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East Geelong

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

East Geelong

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