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 vibe.
Take a breathtaking flight over the most beautiful scenery in Australia, or see it while you're flying through the air on a...
The landscape and the lifestyle have inspired artisans of all disciplines to explore their craft and follow their passion. Enjoy the riches of their honed skills from farmers, chefs and producers...
For kids young and old, there is plenty to try on and around the Great Ocean Road whether it's learning something new, going on an adventure, tiring the kids out on a hike or just some good old fish...
Galleries in Lorne and Apollo Bay offer a wide variety of local art, including painting, sculpture and photography....
Did you know the Great Ocean Road itself was built by soldiers who returned from World War 1? Learn about the history of the diverse region, from our first people to stories of seafaring, shipwrecks...
Shop for the latest in surf gear and surf brand clothing at the home of Rip Curl and Quicksilver, shop boutique clothing and homewares or pick up the latest creations from local artisans and...
Find a weekend farmers market, get lost in one of the many local surf shops or explore boutique clothing and...
The 12 Apostles Gourmet Trail gives visitors to the 12 Apostles Coast and Hinterland the chance to experience amazing artisan...
The unique combination of aspect, soils, climate and farming practices of the Otway hinterland produce distinctive and...
Australians love seafood in summer; whether it’s piled on the table for Christmas lunch, or thrown onto a barbecue at the...
Cafes and restaurants on the Great Ocean Road are on trend. Here are 10 that will have you jumping in the car for a random foodie...
If you’re an outdoors person and love fishing and surfing, here are Jack Murphy’s top 10 places that he found between...
Just a two hour drive from Melbourne, Live Wire Park near Lorne is the place for people of all ages to experience an exciting...
Not many locations will take your breath away like Victoria’s Great Ocean Road Region. The awe-inspiring landscape, the good...
Emblazoned with scenery ranking among Australia’s most spectacular, the Great Ocean Road is a creative paradise for novice and...
Portland is a place for adventurous, bold and wild spirits. It’s where you go for rugged coastline, deep sea fishing, whale...
If you really want to experience the pure magnitude of the Great Ocean Road – maximise your experience (and your camera...
When you visit the Cape Otway Lightstation, you’ll immediately get a sense of the wild, rugged and isolated life led by an...
Winter and autumn rains in South West Victoria makes the rainforests lush, the farmlands green, the waterfalls wild and the...
There are so many operators who provide amazing food, coffee, accommodation, tours and other visitor services throughout...
– By Sam Anderson, Chef at Forage on the Foreshore, Port Campbell As a chef on the Great Ocean Road, I love seeing visitors...
One of the joys of summer in Australia is relaxing in a beer garden on a hot day, or a balmy night. The Great Ocean Road has...
Perhaps the best thing about being a chef in South West Victoria, is having access to fresh meat, fruit, vegetables, herbs and...
There are lots of different places to eat across the Great Ocean Road region, depending on what you’re after. But, if...
The Great Ocean Road and its surrounds are bursting with choice for a good, local craft beer. A good beer wasn’t always at...
Holidays are for fun, and what type of food says “fun” more than a delicious juicy burger?! You’re never far...
There are few things that epitomise a summer holiday more than ice cream… The race to beat the summer heat and catch those...
There’s no better way to work up a thirst than in the surf! In this episode, we travel along the Great Ocean Road to visit some...
This part of the coast has it all! In the space of a couple of hours, you can make your way from the beach, through rainforests...
As a chef on the Great Ocean Road, I love seeing visitors discover the fresh, hearty and unique flavours of the region in winter. There is so much on...
Parks Victoria rangers have an enviable knowledge of our region’s diverse landscapes. The good thing is, they are willing to share some of...
The Junior Ranger program is a school holiday tradition for Parks Victoria, enabling young people to get expert information about Australian wildlife...
Whilst holidaying in Timboon, Jodie and her family felt like locals straight away. They attended all the local events and the kids even completed in...
As a pilot for 12 Apostles Helicopters, I get a birds’ eye view of one of the world’s most spectacular coastlines almost every day. How lucky am...
A journey from a mobile device and back into the real...
Lois runs the Lake Edge Cafe at Lake Purrumbete in the heart of the Volcanic Lakes and Plains and just a 10 minute drive from Camperdown. It...
Everyone dines a little differently. From white hat restaurants to funky burger joints – the cafes and restaurants across our region cater for...
Because your dog needs a holiday too! It’s been a tough year, and while many of us are at home planning where we’ll go as soon as we have more...
You may be asking yourself what to do with the kids these winter school holidays. Well, keeping your kids entertained (and dry) during the...
Visiting the Great Ocean Road region during the Victorian winter school holidays is the best remedy for tired and testy kids who need a mid-year...
6 places to explore along the Great Ocean Road when it’s raining – maybe even during the warmer...
Explore some of our favourite spots or try something new. We’ve put together our top 25 experiences to get you started – see how many...
We are so excited to be able to welcome visitors back again. Welcome you back to re-live those cherished memories of the coast, or maybe you’ve...
There’s a section of coast between Cape Otway and Port Fairy in Victoria that holds a fascinating chapter in Australian maritime history. Base...
If you thought the 12 Apostles were going to be the only highlight of your Great Ocean Road trip, you’re going to be pleasantly surprised. With...
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Great Ocean Road Regional Tourism acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the Great Ocean Road region the Wadawuurung, Eastern Maar & Gunditjmara. We pay our respects to their Ancestors, 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.
