Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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

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.
Fairy Park
Explore the great outdoors at Fairy Park, a lovely green space in Geelong. Take in the museums while you're in the area.
Anakie Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Anakie Reserve, a lovely green space in Geelong. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Things to do

Melbourne: Great Ocean Road & Iconic Coastal Views Day Tour

Great Ocean Road Must-See Extended Tour – 12 Apostles & Beyond

Learn to Surf at Ocean Grove on the Bellarine Peninsula

Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne

Werribee Mansion and Sovereign Hill 1 Day Tour
Top hotels in Anakie

Admiralty Inn
Clean room quick check in
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025

Rydges Geelong
10/10 late night check in sleep quality and service Parking is easy and bed was so comfy
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Easy parking, lovely room and friendly helpful staff.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Eden Oak Geelong
We had a lovely stay, the pool was beautiful and warm, we also enjoyed Thai for dinner at the in house restaurant. Great weekend away with our family of 4.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025

Oaks R Suites Geelong
Good
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025

Quest Geelong Central
Friendly and warm welcome from reception set the tone for a wonderful stay. Quality modern furnishings in a spotlessly clean room. Cannot fault room which was well above our expectations.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Anakie

Lara
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Lara. You might want to make time for a stop at You Yangs Regional Park or Kevin Hoffman Walk.

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.

Avalon
Though Avalon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Avalon Coastal Reserve and Kevin Hoffman Walk.

Little River
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Little River. You might want to make time for a stop at You Yangs or You Yangs Regional Park.

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.

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.


