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Wildlife Wetlands Sanctuary is located in the open grassy woodlands and wetlands of the volcanic Western Plains in between Melbourne and Geelong, in Lara.
Serendip Sanctuary is a great place to see Emus and Kangaroos in a 'wild' setting. They let many native animals roam free and you can just walk past them. They have a number of bird hides and enclosures where you can also see native animals. It's free to visit and is close to Lara train station.

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Serendip Sanctuary is a great place to see Emus and Kangaroos in a 'wild' setting. They let many native animals roam free and you can just walk past them. They have a number of bird hides and enclosures where you can also see native animals. It's free to visit and is close to Lara train station.

Serendip Sanctuary

Explore the great outdoors at Serendip Sanctuary, a lovely green space in Geelong. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.

Serendip Sanctuary
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Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Geelong with a trip to Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
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The Carousel

Enjoy an outing to The Carousel during your stay in Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

The Carousel
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You Yangs Regional Park

You can take time to visit You Yangs Regional Park during your travels to Geelong. Amble around the area's parks or visit its casinos.

You Yangs Regional Park
Walkway around the swimming enclosure

Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Waterfront Precinct. While in this relaxing area, find time to visit its shops.

Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure

Kevin Hoffman Walk

Explore the great outdoors at Kevin Hoffman Walk, a lovely green space in Geelong. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Kevin Hoffman Walk

Lara Hotel Deals

Lara Lodge

Lara Lodge

3.5 out of 5
325 Forest Road North Lara VIC
The price is ₩189,775 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
₩189,775
₩189,775 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cabin in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and patios. Popular attractions Serendip Sanctuary and Kevin Hoffman Walk are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (95 reviews)
Great checkin Cabin was clean and comfortable

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

Lara Lodge
Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong

4 out of 5
Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St Geelong VIC
The price is ₩160,494 per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
₩160,494
₩176,543 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
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Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Rydges Geelong
Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong

4 out of 5
20 Adams Court East Geelong VIC
The price is ₩128,530 per night from Mar 24 to Mar 25
₩128,530
₩141,383 total
Mar 24 - Mar 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (500 reviews)
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Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Eden Oak Geelong
Wyndham Resort Torquay

Wyndham Resort Torquay

4 out of 5
100 The Esplanade Torquay VIC
The price is ₩186,897 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
₩186,897
₩205,590 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
We did not use the pool, but the area was mice. Our room had a view of the beach, and easy access to the many beach walks along the beautiful coast.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Wyndham Resort Torquay
Admiralty Inn

Admiralty Inn

3 out of 5
66 Mckillop Street Geelong VIC
The price is ₩132,258 per night from Mar 19 to Mar 20
₩132,258
₩145,484 total
Mar 19 - Mar 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
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Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

Admiralty Inn
The Sands Torquay

The Sands Torquay

4 out of 5
2 Sands Boulevarde Torquay VIC
The price is ₩206,893 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
₩206,893
₩227,578 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (617 reviews)
We loved our stay at The Sands and wish we could have stayed longer! Tracy at reception was so welcoming and made us feel right at home!

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

The Sands Torquay
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Other neighborhoods around Lara

During the Australian International Airshow

Avalon

While Avalon isn't home to many top sights, Kevin Hoffman Walk and Lara Heritage and Historical Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Avalon
Eastern Beach and Corio Bay, Geelong, Victoria, Australia

Corio

You'll enjoy the restaurants and seaside views in Corio. You might want to make time for a stop at Beckley Park International Raceway or Corio Native Grasslands Reserve.

Corio
The Geelong Waterfront is a tourist and recreation area on the north facing shores of Corio Bay. The area was once part of the Port of Geelong.

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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Geelong West

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Geelong West and surrounding area, you can visit Geelong Golf Course and The Carousel.

Geelong West
Walkway around the swimming enclosure

Waterfront Precinct

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

Waterfront Precinct
The big wheel on the waterfront.

Geelong Central

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

Geelong Central

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