MORNING ACTIVITIES LUNCH ACTIVITIES WHERE TO STAY AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES GEELONG & THE BELLARINE Jack Rabbit Vineyard Unrivalled, spectacular, panoramic views across the bay to Melbourne. The winery has forged a reputation as a gastronomic showpiece for the Bellarine Peninsula jackrabbitvineyard.com.au Portarlington Grand Hotel – Ticks every box! Boutique guestrooms, airy Atrium, fun Front Bar, stylish Dining Room. Classic pub faves, wood-fired pizzas, local produce, Bellarine wines, beers, cocktails. portarlingtongrandhotel.com.au The Q Train – A delightful dégustation dining experience that travels along a heritage railway line between Drysdale and Queenscliff. Showcases local wines, craft beers and produce. theqtrain.com.au Novotel Geelong – boasts one of the city’s best locations, right on the waterfront, in the heart of all the action. Retreat to a beautifully appointed room with balcony and water views, and enjoy.. novotelgeelong.com.au Flying Brick Cider Co – A fun, retroinspired cider house and restaurant where you can discover the craft of cider-making from orchard to glass. Try the High Cheese, a unique twist on High Tea. flyingbrickciderco.com.au Club Chin Chin at GMHBA Stadium A lively hands-on cooking experience. Join the Executive Chef to learn Chin Chin’s bold flavours and kitchen tricks, then feast together with perfectly paired drinks. clubchinchin.com.au Curlewis Golf Club Resort Contemporary and elegant eco-suite installations with spectacular views. On the doorstep of the region’s best food and wine experiences. accommodationatcurlewis.com.au Crowne Plaza Geelong – Right on Geelong’s glorious waterfront. Skyline Bar is the region’s highest, with local produce, wines and craft beers. Trattoria and café, fitness centre, heated pool. crowneplaza.com/geelong Portarlington Mussel Tours Ultimate seafood discovery on a lovingly restored vessel! Take a scenic boat trip to harvest fresh, plump mussels from the pristine waters of Port Phillip Bay. Enjoy hands-on harvesting, expert insights. Watch cooking demos, feast on freshly foraged seafood including oysters and scallops. Beautiful views and nature. portarlingtonmusseltours.com.au Little Creatures Brewery Set within the historic Valley Worsted Mills, this lively brewery combines soaring ceilings with plenty of industrial character. Enjoy brunch, lunch or dinner with wood-fired pizzas and generous share plates, alongside fresh craft beers. Join a guided brewery tour and tasting for a deeper dive into the brewing process. littlecreatures.com.au The Bellarine Taste Trail Musters the region’s best foodie experiences. With over 50 food and wine destinations including unique wineries, beer and cider and award-winning cafés and restaurants. Or explore berry, olive and tomato growers, farmgates and farmers’ markets. thebellarinetastetrail.com.au Searoad Ferries and TARRA Queenscliff Queenscliff’s newest restaurant in a spectacular building on the harbour. Come from Sorrento with Searoad Ferries, which criss-cross Port Phillip Bay every hour to reach Queenscliff in just 40 minutes. Drive on, drive off and relax into a picturesque cruise. There’s also a café, lounge and retail store. tarra.com.au Little Malop Street Precinct The Little Malop Street precinct is culture central with an edge. It boasts a lively zone packed full of wine and cocktail bars, pubs, cafés, trendy eateries and live entertainment spaces. Select a venue (or two, or three) and be treated to a safari of beverage and epicurean delights. visitgeelongbellarine.com.au/things-to-do/ Liberty Ballooning A fresh take on traditional ballooning, soaring above a spectacular mix of ocean, coastline, farmland and vineyards. Fly with experienced CASA-certified pilots, join in the hands-on setup and pack-down, then finish with a gourmet breakfast at a local hotel—an unforgettable, immersive start to your day. libertyballoonflights.com.au
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