Tucked away on the coastline past the town of Geelong lies the Bellarine Peninsula. This sought-after part of Victoria is home to many quaint seaside towns and villages that overlook the sparkling blue waters. With many things to see and do, time on the Bellarine Peninsula is always well spent.
From exploring nooks and crannies of the towns to indulging in quality coffee at cafes or regional wine at the many wineries, there are so many treats to enjoy in this area. Something that attracts both locals from near and visitors from afar are the markets along the Bellarine.
Discover some of these great markets and enjoy fresh quality produce, unique local delights and the genuine ambience of the market offering. Market-hopping around the Bellarine is also a great way to get to know the towns that make this Peninsula so iconic. Some of great markets to highlight include: Barwon Heads Community Market
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Every Saturday from December and January then on the last Saturday every month from February to November, head on down to the Barwon Heads Community Market between 9.00am and 1.00pm. Here there are many local delights, ranging from produce to crafted goods. Barwon Heads is a gorgeous seaside town with access to the beach and river which are great attractions to enjoy after meandering through the marketplace. Ocean Grove Craft Market
On the first Sunday of the month, running from October until the Easter weekend, this market is held at Kingston Park from 9.00am until 1.00pm. It is a family friendly event and offers many quality handcrafted goods. What better place to pick up a Christmas or birthday gift for a loved one! Point Lonsdale Primary School Market
On the second Sunday of each month, you can support local education by heading to the Point Lonsdale primary school and checking out their market. A range of goods are on offer and it is an ideal community event. Portarlington Sunday Market
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This market happens on the last Sunday of the month between 9.00am and 2.00pm. It can be found at Parks Hall in Portarlington. Be sure to wander along the seaside and pop into some of the cafes in town after checking out the market. Queenscliff Community Market
This historical port city holds its market on the last Sunday of the month between 9.00am and 2.00pm at the Lower Princess Park. This location has easy walking access to the coastline after you’ve strolled through and seen the great products available. There are many great food options available from local vendors at the market so be sure to come with an empty belly!
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Each weekend Geelong and The Bellarine are hosts to dozens of lively markets. They’re busy, bustling places loaded with atmosphere and lots of local goods for sale.
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Exploring the local markets is a fun thing to do in Geelong, as they’re great places to wander around, meet the locals and eat fab food.
There’s a good chance you’ll be able to score yourself a bargain too, as Geelong market holders don’t have the same overhead costs as brick and mortar Geelong shops do.
Some of the types of markets Geelong has include, local community markets, farmers’ markets, vintage markets, craft stalls, and beautiful artisanal markets.
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We love a good market ourselves, and below you’ll find our pick for the best markets in Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula. For your convenience, we’ve also included a handy map with the location of each listed market.
With more than 400 stallholders spread across three massive venues in Geelong, Ballarat, and Daylesford, the Mill Markets is one of the largest businesses of its kind in the state.
Each location offers a diverse range of goods including some truly unusual items. There’s something for everyone and treasure hunters can spend many hours browsing through the eclectic mix of wares.
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There’s a great cafe on-site “The Coffee Stop” where you can rest with a coffee and cake before tackling the stalls again.
The huge space has been organised into 60 independent stalls. Each with its own unique character stocking an eclectic mix of goods.
Shoppers can delve through a treasure trove of items ranging from shabby chic to industrial and rustic, vintage clothing, rare and second-hand books, antiques, and more.
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Geelong Vintage Market 3 Mackey Street North Geelong Phone: 0352 771 186 7 Days 10 am – 6 pm 123 Retro Antiques Market
Located right next door to Geelong Vintage Market (seriously, set aside time to explore the whole complex) 123 Retro Antiques prides itself in selling history’s goods at reasonable prices.
Expect to find the unfindable amongst renovated furniture, ornate dressers, retro lounge suites, antique jewellery, memorabilia, and knick-knacks. We’ve even spied a pair of bellows!
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The staff here are amazingly helpful and postage is available.123 Retro Antiques Market 287 Melbourne Road, North Geelong. Entry via Mackey Street 7 Days 9.30 am – 5 pm Vintage Warehouse
This place has an incredible mix of retro industrial and vintage odds and ends for sale. Walk through the gates and in the front yard you’ll find old retro caravans, shipping containers, railway carriages, and farming machinery
The stock is constantly changing so head on down to find out what’s new.Geelong Vintage Warehouse 23 Lowe Street, Corio Phone: 0418 526 640 7 Days 10 am – 5 pm
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The Torquay Farmers Market is great for anyone who’s interested in quality local foods. The cosy market offers fresh fruit and vegetables, and superb artisanal produce.
There’s also plenty of art and craft to browse, and tasty hot food to fill rumbling bellies (try the spring rolls). Live music sets the mood for a relaxing Saturday morning.
Read our full guide to the best places to stay in Torquay here. Torquay Farmers Market 1 Merrijig Drive, Torquay Saturday 8.30 am – 1 pm Beckley Park Market
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There are over 150 stalls offering toys, free-range eggs, phone accessories, jewellery, farm-fresh produce, deli foods, industrial items, clothing, and more. There’s also an extensive range of handcrafts and second-hand and vintage items for sale.
We like stopping by Beckley market to stock up on local honey and fresh flowers. There’s plenty of hot food and drinks available too, including scrumptious hot jam doughnuts!
This popular Geelong market is well laid out with two huge undercover areas and lots of outside stalls. It’s pleasing to note that Beckley Park Market supports the local community and the Greyhound Adoption Program.Beckley Park Market 40 Broderick Road, Corio Saturday 8 am – 1 pm Golden Plains Farmers Market
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The market is a great day out for families and people of all ages with live entertainment and lots of family fun.
Tip: Don’t leave without a jar of famous Meredith Goats Cheese!Golden Plains Farmers Market 22 Byron Street Bannockburn 1st Saturday of the month (except January) 8.30 am – 12.30 pm Geelong Markets Sunday Belmont Market
As one of the more popular Sunday markets Victoria has to offer, the Belmont Sunday Market is open rain, hail, or shine.
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There’s a huge range of products on offer every week. Including all sorts of pre-loved goods as well as fresh fruit and vegetables, plants, flowers, art and craft, jewellery, and homewares.
Many vendors use the market as a place to try out new products and business ideas. So you never know what you may find to take home.Belmont Market Geelong Barwon Valley Activity Centre 1 Barwon Heads Road, Belmont Geelong Sunday 8 am – 1 pm Waterfront Growers Market
It’s one of the best Sunday markets Geelong has and not just because of the great views. Featuring live music, food trucks, and stalls of every variety, the market has an easy relaxed vibe
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Proceeds from this market assist the Geelong Rotary Club in supporting a number of community projects.Geelong Waterfront Makers And Growers Market 1st Sunday of the month 10 am – 2 pm (Autumn/Winter) 10 am – 3 pm (Spring/Summer) Farmers Market Geelong South
Geelong is at the centre of a burgeoning gourmet and artisan food movement, with growers and producers from the Bellarine Peninsula, Golden Plains, and the Otways.
Hundreds of people come to browse the stalls and buy fresh produce and artisanal goods from the very people who grew or created them.
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Shoppers can choose from amongst other things fresh fruit and vegetables, free-range eggs, fresh bread, gourmet sausages, local wines, and great coffee.
South Geelong Farmers Market South Geelong Primary School 200 Yarra Street, South Geelong First and third Sunday of the month 9 am – 1 pm