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The Geelong Sports Museum

Looking for something fun & educational to do in the heart of Geelong? Then why not visit The Geelong Sports Museum at Kardinia Park ? A place to gather, learn &...

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Batesford Hotel

Have you heard that the iconic Batesford Hotel has reopened? The team behind Alma, Felix and Barwon Edge are proud and excited to introduce you to the NEW Batesford Hote...

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The Geelong Motoring Revival 2024

We are very excited to welcome back the Geelong Revival Motoring Festival in 2024 This hugely historical and popular family friendly event certainly is a city favourit...

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Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre

Excitement is in the air with the construction of the Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre which is set to open in 2026 on the Geelong Waterfront precinct, cr...

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Anatomy Lessons, "An Exhibition of Sad Splendor" by Michele Beevors at the National Wool Museum

Have you heard that there is a breathtaking exhibition taking place right here in gorgeous Geelong? Visit the National Wool Museum for Anatomy Lessons, "An Exhibition of...

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Clyde Park

Clyde Park Vineyard and Bistro has a cellar door and bistro set on the beautiful Moorabool Valley just off the Midland Highway half an hour north of Geelong. Their...

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Flying Brick Cider

The Flying Brick Cider House is a retro-inspired landmark venue is open 7 days a week. Think innovative space, a tasting paddle of ciders, amazing food without the 'f...

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Jack Rabbit Vineyard

Unrivalled views across the bay to Geelong, the You Yangs and Melbourne. Jack Rabbit is a must visit destination on the Bellarine. Experience the delectable food, take...

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Introducing Spirit of Tasmania Quay

On 23 October 2022,  opened the new Victorian terminal at Spirit of Tasmania Quay in Geelong. The brand-new, purpose-designed Spirit of Tasmania Quay te...

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The Range at Curlewis

Experience fun for the whole Family The Range at Curlewis! One of Australia's BEST fully undercover, floodlit driving range & mini golf facilities. Featuring 18 ba...

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Superstars Live - Jon Stevens & Kate Ceberano

Have you heard which special music duo are performing in Geelong? The legends that are Jon Stevens AND Kate Ceberano are coming this OCTOBER for a one night performanc...

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The Teskey Brothers at A Day on the Green

Mt Duneed Estate Winery is set to ignite in 2025 when The Teskey Brothers light up A DAY ON THE GREEN on Saturday 11th January 2025! The 5 time ARIA winners will be jo...

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Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race 2025

Cycling fans SAVE THE DATE; the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race 2025 will take place on Saturday the 1st & Sunday the 2nd of February 2025 This long weekend of s...

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Delightful Additions To Your Stay Care of The Curious Cabinet

We are very excited to announce a collaboration between the newly refurbished Vue Apartments Geelong and a wonderful local business, The Curious Cabinet This will give...

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Baah Lah Dining

There are some AH-mazing flavours to be enjoyed & experienced at one of Geelong's favourite dining destinations Baah Lah Dining!   Baah Lah Dining is a...

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Bistrot Plume

Bistrot Plume is a restaurant and cafe specialising in high quality French cuisine, located in Belmont just outside of Geelong. They were one of five venues in the...

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The Piano Bar Geelong

Keen for a fun and memorable night out in Geelong? Then head to the iconic Piano Bar Geelong! Delivering an unforgettable medley of atmosphere, entertainment & servi...

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Top 10 Best Things to do with Kids in Geelong

Geelong is home to Victoria's second largest city so is packed full of FUN for the kids and kids at heart! Here are 10 of our fav's (in no particular order) to keep yo...

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Mavs Greek Restaurant

Have you experienced Geelong's first & only authentic Greek restaurant?  Mavs Greek Restaurant provides mouth-watering food & exceptional, hands on serv...

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Day Tripping to Portarlington via Port Phillip Ferries

Delight in a day trip to the beautiful bayside of Portarlington which is nestled away on the Bellarine, surrounded by stunning coastline and scenic settings. Starting ...

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Surreal Geelong

Surreal means "Like a dream, not seeming real"... Surreal Geelong is brought to you by Donco that has now relocated from Pakington Street to a bigger space in the hear...

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Geelong Bollard Walk

As far as Geelong family attractions go this has to be one of our highlights! It ticks all the boxes being historically and culturally significant with a touch of quirkin...

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Next Level Skirmish

It doesn't get much better than laser hide and seek on a giant, outdoor 7000 m2 square battlefield! Next Level Skirmish is an action packed adventure that is perfect for ...

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Giant Sky Wheel Geelong

A trip to Geelong isn't complete without a visit to the iconic Giant Sky Wheel! The perfect family friendly experience in Geelong, come and ride the largest and most s...

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Freckleberry Chocolate Factory Geelong

Your know when a shops mantra is 'Our quality chocolates are specially designed to put a smile on your face!' that you are in the right place-herald the Freckleberry Choc...

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Skydive Australia-Great Ocean Road

With a smorgasbord of good and giddy feelings, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better way to bask in the glory of the Great Ocean Road than a skydive. The ultimate hea...

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Fort Queenscliff

With over 150 years of Australia’s heritage on display, Fort Queenscliff is one of Victoria’s most important historic sites and one of the largest and best preserved ...

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Sea All Dolphin Swims Queenscliff

Sea All Dolphin Swims Queenscliff are a nature tourism company offering swims with wild dolphins & seals, surf lessons & private boat charters for up to 40 people...

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Bao Place Geelong

Geelong's Pakington Street, or Pako Street as us locals call it, is home to a brand NEW foodie haven in Bao Place. The doors swung open on January the 27th 2022 inviting ...

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Geelong Art Space

Come and embrace local and regional contemporary craft makers and artists together with those from further afield at the fabulous Geelong Art Space. Housed in a herita...

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The Q Train

Dining on board The Q Train is a unique culinary experience. A restaurant on board a train, departing from the historic Drysdale Train Station, and travelling along the p...

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Port Phillip Ferries

Gather your captain and crew, it’s time to set sail on an adventure across the bay. Port Phillip Ferries travel daily between Melbourne and the Geelong and Bella...

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Epic Taste Experiences

Join Epic Taste Experiences as they explore the stunning Greater Geelong region, Bellarine Peninsula, Moorabool Valley, Surf Coast Shire and the Otways. Choose from on...

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Meet Me At Mary's

In recent years, we got some truly epic wine bars added to the Geelong scene. From Geelong Cellar Door and Union Street Wine in the CBD to Archive Wine Bar in Belmont and...

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Beav's Bar

Beav’s Bar is a unique bar situated behind a red door at 77-79 Little Malop Street, Geelong. The retro, metropolitan-feel bar with it’s eclectic couches and co...

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18th Amendment Bar Geelong

The 18th Amendment of the United States Constitution effectively established the prohibition of alcoholic beverages in the United States by declaring the production, ...

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Geelong Botanical Gardens

Geelong’s Botanic Gardens, established in 1851, are Victoria’s oldest botanic gardens. Eastern Hill, on the edge of Corio Bay, was set aside in 1851 as the locatio...

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1915

Set in the former Federal Woollen Mills, one of the city’s most iconic and historic buildings, and beneath the historic North Geelong smokestack, is a whimsical new res...

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The Anther Distillery

The Anther Distillery is a place of wonder for the cocktail and spirit lover. Just over a one-hour drive from Melbourne, near the North Geelong station, The Anther...

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X-Golf Geelong

X-Golf Geelong is the south west’s newest indoor entertainment venue. Five state of the art simulators provide an amazing opportunity to play the game of golf, suit...

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La Cachette Geelong

Translating to ‘the hideaway’ in French, Geelong’s newest fine-dining destination, La Cachette, is a modern, intimate and quiet 25-seat bistro, tucked away in Steam...

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The Arborist Geelong

The new addition to the developing Little Malop Street in Geelong's CBD, The Arborist, boasts a build designed around the Fraxinus Excelsior Ash tree's, creating a be...

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Barrabool Maze Estate Maze, Café & Gardens

Barrabool Maze Estate is a stand-alone destination. Within a short 15 minute drive from the Geelong CBD you are transported into the tranquil countryside of the Barrabool...

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Bellarine Railway

The Bellarine Railway is a volunteer operated organisation offering heritage train rides and experiences between Queenscliff and Drysdale, featuring a unique collection o...

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Hazy Tales Studio

Hazy Tales Studio is a stylish light filled venue set amongst gum trees, with floor to ceiling windows & polished concrete floors. They are tucked away in Drys...

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Felix Restaurant

Warm Service-Elegant Setting-Decadent Dining this is Felix Resturant personified!  The most recent addition to the Geelong dining scene and sister to Alma Restaurant giv...

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SUMI Geelong

SUMI Geelong is an intimate Asian BBQ restaurant that has echoes of the yakitori versions of Japan. As a point of reference, SUMI means ‘charcoal’ in Japanese and SUM...

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Brush & Bubbles

Brush & Bubbles is located on James Street and is home to Geelong's boozy art classes! A space designed for you to express your inner creative side with all the mate...

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Escape Room Geelong

Visit the original & best escape room in Geelong; you have 70 minutes to unravel the mystery of a hidden room, working as a team of two to six to solve a variety of q...

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Rook: Sri Lankan Fusion

Enjoy an unique dining experience at Geelong's Rook; bringing the flavours of Sri Lanka to Malop Street! In the very heart of Geelong city centre, and when you arrive ...

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MoPA: Museum of Play and Art - Children’s Museum

A visit to Geelong avec kids isn't complete without a visit to one of Australia's leading childrens museums-MoPA! MoPA is based in one of Geelong’s oldest buildings ...

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Tulip Bar & Restaurant

Nestled amid the boutiques and cafes on Pakington Street in Geelong's west, Tulip's architecturally designed exposed brick and blond-wood dining space delivers contempora...

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RONE Mural at Provenance Wines

In a post-COVID renaissance, RONE, the Geelong born-and-bred artist, delivered an incredible 25-square metre permanent mural at Provenance Wines’ cellar door located in...

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The Rock Adventure Centre

The Rock Adventure Centre has been Geelong's vertical obsession since 2001. With a huge variety of climbs from beginners to experts, gear shop, cafe and an extensive boul...

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King George Fish & Grill

A Geelong institution-King George opened in 2014 with a commitment to offering beautiful, high quality seafood. King George himself is part of a family legacy which...

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Beckley Park Saturday Market

The Beckley Park Saturday Market with over 100 stalls offers a broad range of goods including fruit & Vvegs, delicatessen, cooked food for breakfast and lunch. You ca...

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Pakington Pantry

Pakington Street itself is home to Geelong's monopoly of cafes and eateries but there is one that certainly stands out from the crowd in Pakington Pantry! Known for a ...

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Jirrahlinga Koala and Wildlife Sanctuary

The Jirrahlinga Koala and Wildlife Sanctuary is situated on five acres of land on the Northern edge of Barwon Heads which is about a 30 minute drive from us here at The V...

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Black Bull Tapas Geelong

Serving up a whole host of Spanish tapas dishes, as well as some larger options for those with a heartier appetite, this cool and eclectic space on Moorabool Street is a ...

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Adventure Park Geelong

Super charge your summer at Victoria's biggest theme park, Adventure Park Geelong. Offering awesome family fun and unlimited rides all day long, Adventure Park Geelong...

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Bounce Geelong

Bounce Geelong (formally Supaworld Geelong) is a massive indoor trampoline park that provides an adrenaline rush for all ages! Bounce has hosted thousands of kids parties...

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Geelong Waterfront Makers & Growers Market

Embrace the beauty of Steampacket Gardens on the beautiful waterfront in Geelong for the Geelong Waterfront Makers & Growers Market. Geelong Waterfront Makers & ...

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The Best Geelong Beaches

There is no better time to get out and enjoy the sand between your toes, fresh ocean air in your lungs and the refershing sea water! With a host of beautiful Geelong beac...

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Little Creatures Brewery Geelong

One of Geelong's MUST VISIT destinations is an offshoot of the original Western Australian Little Creatures brewery that is located in Fremantle. Fortunately for us they ...

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East Geelong Golf Club

Fresh air, sun, exercise and fun can all be experienced in the heart of Geelong at East Geelong Golf Club! Originally founded in 1923 the 9 hole, 18 tee course stretch...

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Top 10 Wines On The Bellarine

With its spectacular vineyards, bay views and villages The Bellarine Peninsula is simply breathtaking and certainly has the wines to match! To make things easier we ha...

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Why Book Direct?

Booking Direct with us here at Vue Apartments Geelong comes with a whole host of benefits you would not get when you book via online travel agents. When you book your ...

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Fun things to do with kids on Geelong Waterfront

Why Geelong?   Because it is so much fun for all the family.   You can start with these indoor and outdoor activities along the Geelong Waterfront. Some activitie...

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Bistrot St Jean

A little taste of Paris, France, in the heart of Geelong.  A great atmosphere, gypsy jazz, and serving “real food that comes from the heart.” Stephane (co-owner)...

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Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre

Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre is open 7 days a week and is a significant attraction on Victoria’s Great Ocean Road, offering free visitor’s programs. You will fi...

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Sailors Rest

Located on the Geelong Waterfront, Sailors Rest offers family-friendly dining with stunning views over the bay. They are open 7 days for breakfast, lunch and dinner - ...

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Wedding Venues in Geelong

There are some fabulous wedding venues in Geelong and the surrounding Bellarine Peninsula, and we are always thrilled when wedding guests choose to stay with us here at V...

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Provenance Wines

Located at the Fyansford Old Paper Mills, Provenance Winery offers award-winning wines, a cellar door, restaurant, and a historical wedding venue.   Located a short 7km...

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The Old Paper Mills Fyansford

We recommend a visit to the Old Paper Mills at Fyansford - just 7kms away from Vue Apartments.   This hidden treasure, is the place to visit for art, music, food and wi...

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Alma Restaurant

If you are looking for somewhere to dine out in Geelong, share great food and wine with your friends, then we highly recommend dining out at Alma Restaurant. Alma Rest...

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Chocolate and Icecream

If you have time, a trip to the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery is a must do during your visit to Geelong.    Located a short 20 minute drive from Vue A...

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Geelong Ballooning

There is nothing more amazing than a sunrise balloon flight over Geelong and the Bellerine Peninsula! The flight duration is approximately one hour, but allow 3-4 hour...

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Mt Duneed Estate

Short on time, but want to enjoy some wine tasting?  Mt Duneed Estate is located just 15 minutes from Vue Apartments in central Geelong.   They open for lunch or dinne...

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The Geelong Boat House

Fish and chips on the bay.  It doesn't get much better than that. If you are on your walk towards Rippleside Park, why not stop at The Geelong Boat House for some tak...

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Oakdene Winery Upside Down House

During your stay with us here at Vue Apartments, you can enjoy a bottle Oakdene Winery (pre-purchase when you book your room), one of the top drops from the local area. ...

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Osteria Fiorenza - handmade Italian

Travel to Italy with your Tastebuds during your stay at Vue Apartments Geelong. Located a short walk (800 metres) from the hotel at 49 Gheringhap Street the restaurant...

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Cleanliness and Health Safety

Here at the Vue Apartments Geelong we understand that hotel cleanliness and your health and safety are of paramount importance to all travellers. We are constantly upd...

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Geelong Bollards - Telling their own Story

Discover and Activate the Geelong Bollards Through reality technology you can use your phone or tablet to 6 of these historical characters to life - telling their stor...

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Walk Eastern Beach to Rippleside Park

Like a walk?  Next time you are here in Geelong, why not take a walk from Eastern Beach to Western Beach to Rippleside Park. It is an easy walk, about 3.4 kms and wil...

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Geelong Vintage Markets

Love hunting for treasure? Then we'd recommend you set aside a few hours to explore the Geelong Vintage Markets. You will find them located a short 10 minute drive ...

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National Wool Museum

The National Wool Museum in Geelong is a must do during your visit to the area A great hands on museum A perfect rainy day activity Ideal for adults and childr...

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Swim with Seals and Dolphins

from $160 ... Available May to October only.  Swim with fur seals and dolphins from Queenscliffe.  Explore Port Phillip Bay Marine Park.  Tour includes snorkeling e...

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Eastern Beach Reserve

Located across the road from Vue Apartments Geelong, Eastern Beach offers a safe swimming area for all ages, with an enclosed swimming area. There is a wading area fo...

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Geelong Art Gallery

The Geelong Art Gallery ranks as one of the oldest in the country, and has been in existence for over 100 years. Centrally located in Geelong alongside the city's impress...

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Bellarine Farm and Distillery Tour

from $159 ... Discover some of Geelong and the Bellarine's best farms, vineyards and breweries on this 6 hour day tour.   The tour includes: Bellarine Distillery ...

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