Torquay
The Good Food Guide to a road trip through Geelong and the Surf Coast
From wine bars to bakeries, pub meals to cocktails, here are our top picks for spending a delicious few days in this rapidly changing coastal region.
- Emily Holgate and Good Food Guide reviewers
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- Torquay Farmer’s Market
Torquay Farmer’s Market
Matcha, Tibetan momos, giant spring rolls and more in a sunny council carpark.
The Age Good Food Guide 2026: Best places to eat and drink in Geelong and the Surf Coast
From wine bars to bakeries, pub meals to cocktails, here’s how to spend a delicious few days in this rapidly changing region.
- Emily Holgate
From a mudbrick hut to a tranquil harbourside B&B – 17 perfect getaways in Victoria
Geothermal-pool paradise, off-grid glamping, a pet-friendly coastal nirvana … Victoria’s latest weekend whirls are all within easy reach of the big smoke.
After reaching No.1, Great Ocean Road, I opted not to go any further
This massive wave of a building curves around the landscape to host 92 guest rooms along with restaurants, lounges, a gym and spa and a 25-metre indoor pool.
- Jim Darby
The Victorian tree-change town where you can buy a $500k house – on discount
The median house price fell 13.3 per cent over the past year, and local agents say competition from other buyers is minimal now.
- Shona Hendley
Surfing world pays tribute after death of Quiksilver founder Alan Green
The surfwear pioneer started the global business at the age of 22 out of a cheaply rented house in Torquay.
- Angus Delaney