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Galleries in Lorne and Apollo Bay offer a wide variety of local art, including painting, sculpture and photography.

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With so much inspiration to be found in the wild rainforests, crashing waves and quaint villages on the Great Ocean Road, it’s...

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Australian National Surfing Museum

Discover the fun, fear, colour and beauty of riding waves in the world’s largest surfing...

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Follow the Lighthouse Trail

It’s a little known fact that there are five working lightstations operating across the coastline of the Great Ocean Road region between...

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Food and art can fill a rainy day

Winter and autumn rains in South West Victoria makes the rainforests lush, the farmlands green, the waterfalls wild and the coastal views...

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Flagstaff Hill: Pioneers, shipwrecks & a sunken peacock

Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village and Museum has everything you need to know about the shipwreck history along Victoria’s south west...

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Where will the weekend take you? 🚗

What about Lorne? Lorne offers the perfect place for romance – oceanfront fine dining, ...

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Where will the weekend take you? 🚗 What about Lorne? Lorne offers the perfect place for romance – oceanfront fine dining, boutique shopping and sidewalk cafes – all alongside the sparkling waters of Louttit Bay…..Oh and if you’re up for a little more adventure you can checkout @livewirepark or go on a walk to one of the many Otways waterfalls. Accommodation tip; Try @eluxaccommodation 👌 #visitvictoria #visitmelbourne #greatoceanroad #visitgreatoceanroad #australia

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 into a pair of...

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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 into a pair of hiking boots 🥾. On offer are some of the most scenic strolls in Australia! @auswalkingco_ #twelveapostleslodgewalk #visitgreatoceanroad #greatoceanwalk #greatsouthwestwalk #surfcoastwalk @visit12apostles @visit_apollobay @exploresurfcoast

It’s time to hit the road for one of our Autumn events. Here’s a few to check out 👇

1. @portfairyfolkfestival presenting ...

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It’s time to hit the road for one of our Autumn events. Here’s a few to check out 👇 1. @portfairyfolkfestival presenting international and national artists in a four day festival of music, arts and culture. 🎵 2. @ripcurlprobellsbeach the longest running event in competitive surfing 🏄‍♀️ 3. @aireysinletmusicfest featuring Ella Hooper headlining a cracking line-up of home grown talent. 🎸 4. @crayfestportcampbell celebrates the coast, community, volunteers, primary producers, local produce, and sustainability. 🦞 5. Ever wanted to run along the Great Ocean Road? It’s not too late to sign up for the @greatoceanroadrunfest 🏃‍♀️ #visitgreatoceanroad #visitmelbourne #visitvictoria #greatoceanroad #events @safari.global 📸

We’ll let you in on a little secret…. Summer might be over but Autumn is perfect for hiking, surfing, boating, sandcastle building, ...

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We’ll let you in on a little secret…. Summer might be over but Autumn is perfect for hiking, surfing, boating, sandcastle building, mountain bike riding, rock pooling and more 🤘 ( Without the crowds 😉) What are you waiting for? @visit_apollobay #visitgreatoceanroad #visitvictoria #visitmelbourne #apollobay #beaches @seeaustralia #australia #bestbeachesaustralia

Discover the hidden gems of Warrnambool and experience the perfect blend of stunning coastal views, rich culture, nightlife and fun!
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Feb 24

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Discover the hidden gems of Warrnambool and experience the perfect blend of stunning coastal views, rich culture, nightlife and fun! @iamwarrnambool #visitvictoria #warrnambool #visitmelbourne #australia #greatopia

If you're looking for a fun outdoor activity, We highly recommend giving kayaking a go. The Anglesea river is the perfect spot for ...

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If you're looking for a fun outdoor activity, We highly recommend giving kayaking a go. The Anglesea river is the perfect spot for beginners and seasoned paddlers alike. 🛶 @angleseapaddleboats #visitgreatoceanroad #greatoceanroad #visitvictoria #visitmelbourne @exploresurfcoast @angleseaadventure

Will we see you at the starting line? 🏃‍♀️

This is your chance to run the most iconic part of the Great Ocean Road in the...

Feb 21

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Will we see you at the starting line? 🏃‍♀️ This is your chance to run the most iconic part of the Great Ocean Road in the @greatoceanroadrunfest May 20 & 21. @visit_apollobay #visitgreatoceanroad #visitmelbourne #visitvictoria #greatoceanroad #greatopia

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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.