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With plenty to see and do on and around the Great Ocean Road, from adventure to total relaxation, from a romantic escape to a family holiday, you won't be left short on things to do - whatever your...
The Great Ocean Road region offers so many different wildlife experiences - on land and in water in their natural habitat or ready made opportunities to get up close to the native...
Enjoy the tranquility of a kayak, the restorative benefits of a surf or great hike, or the adrenalin rush of mountain biking downhill. All you have to do is pick your...
It’s time to ‘re-treat’ yourself with a relaxing visit to a seaside sanctuary as you make your way along one of the...
You might have enjoyed a road trip along the Great Ocean Road in Summer, but have you experienced one in Winter? Wake up from...
Pair adventure with indulgence this Mother’s Day with a road trip along the Great Ocean Road. The stunning coastline offers...
Hidden treasures await behind every twist and turn of the Great Ocean Road. This secret-revealing journey reveals some of the...
Let the historic lighthouses guide you along the Great Ocean Road. Take in the magnificent views atop steep spiral staircases as...
Plan your own golf tour at the idyllic courses on the Great Ocean Road. Pack the clubs and set off on one of the world’s most...
Whether you’re dropping a line from the peaceful river boardwalks, casting from ocean breakwaters, surf fishing from the shores...
Pair adventure with indulgence on the Great Ocean Road. Spend the weekend immersing yourself in fresh sea water, saluting the sun...
Bring a designated driver, the road ahead is paved in liquid gold! Whether you’re looking for a hydration station as you take...
Many people are familiar with the Great Ocean Road but less know that the region is full of reasons to get out of the car and...
Leave the road behind and bomb, flow, hurtle or delicately pick your way through the great bike trails surrounding the Great...
Check out what’s new this summer! If you’re into checking out the newest things to see and do, we’ve made a list to help...
Our winter is a whale’s summer as these gentle giants make their way from the cold Antarctic waters to the Southern Ocean to...
The diverse terrain and coastal margin of the Great Ocean Road makes the entire region a natural wonderland for waterfalls....
Let your tastebuds lead the way on this driving degustation along the Great Ocean Road. Explore all the culinary delights coastal...
With over 240km to explore and some of the best campgrounds in Victoria, the Great Ocean Road offers a great range of camping...
The Great Ocean Road is one of the most famous road trips in the world. Pack the bags and take this bucket list journey to some...
The Great Ocean Road has long been an Australian favourite surfing road trip destination. Since the 1950’s surfers and their...
The Great Ocean Road region is fast becoming known as a foodie destination with so many local producers, artisans and chefs doing...
Adventure awaits behind every twist and turn of the Great Ocean Road – home to Victoria’s most epic outdoor experiences....
Let the family ‘Choose their own adventure’ these school holidays with a road trip along the Great Ocean Road. Explore sandy...
The perfect Father’s Day surprise awaits behind every twist and turn of the Great Ocean Road – home to Victoria’s most...
Relax, recharge and retreat from the daily grind at one of these boutique Great Ocean Road and Bellarine Peninsula spas. From...
Timboon is a picnic-ers paradise. With so much produce on offer as part of the 12 Apostles Food Artisan Trail, you can pick up an afternoon’s worth...
The Great Ocean Road is one of Australia’s most epic road trips, and a visit to Victoria would not be complete without spending some time in...
Hi there! My name is Sally and together with my partner Brayden, we run the sustainable travel blog and Instagram, Sally Sees. We are born and bred...
The Great Ocean Road is full of amazing local produce and the healthy wholefood options at cafes and restaurants are a testament to the abundant...
Here are our top ideas of what to do on the Great Ocean Road when it’s raining…ideas that won’t bore...
Sunny? Time for a cocktail. Raining? Time for a cocktail. Celebrating? Catching up with mates? Going on a date? …cocktails. Lucky for you there...
What’s on the dinner menu when you hit the beach in summer? Yep, you bet it’s fish and chips for 9 out of 10 of us! Whether it’s with the...
From Geelong, Australia’s only UNESCO City of Design, to the forts, art galleries and cultural centres of the Bellarine Peninsula, this region has...
From fairground rides for little ones to indoor rock climbing for bigger kids, and wildlife encounters fit for all ages, Geelong and the Bellarine...
From cool climate country wineries to the hottest urban fusion restaurants, these eight foodie experiences are among the best Geelong and The...
Whether you’re searching for outdoorsy activities or a family-friendly treat, here are 11 of the best activities to try on your next Great Ocean...
From the lush, leafy hinterland to the rugged and raw coast, this swathe of Victorian countryside is awash with beautiful produce and highly...
As you venture deeper into Greatopia make sure Port Fairy is on your list to places to stop and stay a...
With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, the Port Fairy region has extensive activities, restaurants and picnic sites to celebrate and spoil your...
Port Fairy is THE BEST location for a girls’...
If you’ve set up base in Portland for your summer holiday, you should know that there are some great inland day trips you can take to mix up your...
This stretch of the Great Ocean Road is much less visited than the icons to the east but rewards the intrepid traveller with some incredible sights...
Time to round up the kids and head to the seaside city of FUN for the whole family in Warrnambool. A friendly and relaxed city that offers wildlife...
Max and Faye Martin treated themselves to a night of luxury at the Deep Blue Hotel + Hot Springs after roughing it on the Great Ocean Road and had...
The Otways is enchanting, captivating, picturesque and just two hours west of Melbourne. If you’ve only got 48-hours to spend in the area,...
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village and Museum has everything you need to know about the shipwreck history along Victoria’s south west...
There’s lots to see, do and experience in Warrnambool, so we’ve hand-picked a few essential need-to-knows to settle you into your beach...
Are you the “planner” of the road trip? or are you that friend who just rocks up and goes along for the adventure? 🚗 🧳 ☀️
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Feb 7
Whether you're a history buff, foodie, nature lover or adventurer get ready for a great time in Portland.
Oh and don’t forget to...
Feb 4
Explore the charming coastal town of Port Fairy its historic architecture, stunning beaches, and vibrant arts scene make this Victorian ...
Feb 3
It’s not too late to book a summer getaway. Here’s 5 things to do in Apollo Bay & the Otways.
1. Go boogie boarding at the...
Jan 31
This is Lake Elizabeth a 15 minute drive from Forrest. The enormous, ghostly tree trunks emerging from the still water gives the lake a ...
Jan 29
Voted the 4th best beach in
A U S T R A L I A !!
by @bestaustralianbeaches Apollo Bay beach is a 3km long eastern facing beach, ...
Jan 27
Ever been to Cape Bridgewater?
Only 20 minutes from Portland, Cape Bridgewater is picturesque, secluded and a must see on your ...
Jan 27
Take the weekend to explore Great Ocean Roads breweries and distilleries. #GreatCall
For more great breweries and distilleries ...
Jan 26
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Great Ocean Road Regional Tourism acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the Great Ocean Road region the Wadawurrung, Eastern Maar & Gunditjmara. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging. We recognise and respect their unique cultural heritage and the connection to their traditional lands. We commit to building genuine and lasting partnerships that recognise, embrace and support the spirit of reconciliation, working towards self-determination, equity of outcomes and an equal voice for Australia’s first people.
