Great Ocean Road
Hidden away in Victoria's far southwestern corner is one of the state's most scenic national parks, of which the Glenelg River is the most prominent…
Must-see attractions in Great Ocean Road
Great Ocean Road
Just outside Macarthur on the road to Budj Bim National Park, this boutique winery on a small farm is run by a husband and wife both originally from South…
Great Ocean Road
This restored 1886 cable tram (now diesel powered) does four to five trips a day, plying a circular 7.4km route on a track laid in 2002 that links the…
Warrnambool
On the outskirts of Warrnambool – 12km east, in the dairy township of Allansford – is the slightly tacky Cheese World. It's run by the Warrnambool Cheese …
Great Ocean Road
Grab a basket and head out to pick your own berries ($5 per person) – there are raspberries, boysenberries and strawberries as well as lesser-known kinds…
Great Ocean Road
Nestled among the rolling hills of dairy farms is this microbrewery specialising in German-style beers. Grab a tasting paddle ($10 for five samples,…
Port Fairy
Just outside Port Fairy is this family-run biodynamic winery that does free tastings in its tin shed, with a glass atrium so you can enjoy the views…
Geelong
The ugly old cement factory that sits atop Herne Hill has been beautified courtesy of three giant murals painted by Geelong-born street artist Rone. The…
Geelong
Built in 1849, HM Prison Geelong may have closed its doors in 1991, but this old bluestone jail remains as terrifying as ever. You'll see its grim cells…
Port Fairy
Where the Moyne River meets the ocean, Griffiths Island is home to a protected short-tailed shearwater (mutton-bird) colony; they descend on the town each…
Geelong
More interesting than it may sound, this museum showcases the importance of the wool industry in shaping Geelong economically, socially and…
Great Ocean Road
Gin distilleries are popping up everywhere, but Aireys is the first Great Ocean Road town to get one. Though it distills off-site, you can stop by its bar…
Marine & Freshwater Discovery Centre
Bellarine Peninsula
While this education centre is aimed at schoolchildren, it's worth popping in to have a gawk at the local species that live in the sea and lakes. Display…
Geelong
The highlight of a visit to Fyansford's historic Old Paper Mill complex is this working winery that's set within a beautiful, cathedral-like red-brick…
Port Fairy
Located across the bridge from Port Fairy's picturesque harbour, Battery Hill is worthy of exploration, with cannons and fortifications positioned here in…
Bellarine Peninsula
Set over 60 hectares is this producer of 'maritime climate' pinot noir, chardonnay, sauvignon blanc and pinot gris. As well as tastings, you can do a 1½…
Great Ocean Road
Tucked away down a pastoral road between Lorne and Birregurra is this attractive boutique winery with a tin-shed cellar door. Tastings of its riesling and…
Great Ocean Road
This attractive wide expanse of surf is the longest beach along the Great Ocean Road, stretching for 10km from Split Point Lighthouse to Eastern View…
Port Fairy
Housed in the old bluestone courthouse (complete with mannequins acting out a courtroom scene), this museum has shipping relics and old photos.
Bellarine Peninsula
This small museum on the main strip is dedicated to the area's rich local history. Exhibits change every few months, but its catalogued historical…
Great Ocean Road
Offshore from Point Hesse, and well worth stopping for, the Arch is an intact bridge-like rock formation. It's believed that it will, one day – imminently…
Great Ocean Road
A scenic stopover heading west from Port Campbell is the Grotto, where steep stairs lead down to a hollowed-out cavelike formation where waves crash…
Great Ocean Road
Head 11km out of town to see this lovely 30m waterfall. It’s an easy walk from the Erskine Falls car park to the viewing platform (15 minutes return) or…
Great Ocean Road
The third-oldest botanical gardens in Victoria (behind those in Melbourne and Geelong), this peaceful spot is a lovely place to stroll or enjoy a picnic…
Great Ocean Road
Southwest of Apollo Bay, 6km along the Great Ocean Rd, is the signposted Shelley Beach turn-off. It’s an unsealed road. There are toilets and wood…
Warrnambool
Inside the old Fletcher Jones clothing factory is this contemporary art gallery with attached studios and workshops. The space is small, but it's always…
Great Ocean Road
Set in a massive shed decorated with motor paraphernalia is this car enthusiast's dream, featuring 40 vintage and classic Australian and international…
Great Ocean Road
Located in the former town hall (1863), this interesting museum details Portland's rich colonial and maritime history. There's also info on the drama…
Bellarine Peninsula
A lovely space inside a historic stone church (c 1868), this worthwhile gallery exhibits works by contemporary Australian artists who work on paper…
Great Ocean Road
Stop by this winery cellar door to taste its medal-winning chardonnay and cool-climate reds. It also does cheese boards and wine by the glass to enjoy at…
Great Ocean Road
One of the Geelong region's most respected wineries, Brown Magpie offers free tastings of its award-winning pinot noirs in a tin-shed cellar door…
Geelong
A prominent feature along Geelong's waterfront is this ornate 19th-century hand-carved carousel, housed within a slick 21st-century glass pavilion.
Bellarine Peninsula
Take a tour to the top of this atmospheric – and still operational – lighthouse, which dates to 1902. Tours run every 30 minutes.
Port Fairy
Safe for swimming, East Beach has a surf life-saving club and small waves to suit beginners.
Bellarine Peninsula
Check out incredible 360-degree views from this tower at Queenscliff's harbour.
Geelong
Making up part of Geelong's scenic waterfront are this sandy beach and art deco bathing pavilion. There's classic European-style enclosed bay swimming,…
Geelong
At this different kind of play area for kids, in Geelong's Eastern Gardens, near the Botanic Gardens, there's a pirate ship, a musical bridge, sandy areas…
Great Ocean Road
Now that Prickly Moses has opened a taphouse in Apollo Bay there's less reason to make the trek up here to its brewery, but it's a nice excuse for a drive…
Warrnambool
These gardens were laid out in 1877 by William Guilfoyle, the same curator who designed Melbourne's Royal Botanic Gardens. There's a good variety of plant…
Bellarine Peninsula
Just before the bridge, this interpretative centre has info on the Indigenous Wathaurung people and William Buckley, marine life and local history.
