A Family Weekend in Warrnambool
Run Wild at Lake Pertobe
Let off some steam and run that energy out at Lake Pertobe Adventure Playground This flying fox will help you to reconnect with your inner child as the wind sweeps past your face, so too will the joy. With a number of playgrounds to choose from (think countless swings, long slides and lots of climbing) there are endless adventures for all. Splash across to the paddle boats and race your mates on the lake. Got a score to settle? Mini Golf by the Sea adjoining the playground is the place to have a go competing against the kids.Explore the Street Art Trail
With murals, sculptures, mosaics and installations brightening the streets and outdoor spaces for all to discover. Admire the artwork on the Lake Pertobe maze which was painted alongside community members, plus Davey Jones’ seal sculpture in the heart of the CBD, the optical illusion artwork of Jimmi Buscombe – just to name a few of artists works you can see on this trail.
Thunder Point Coastal Reserve
Is a great spot to park the car and head to one of the trails down to the beach. Take the boardwalk to Stingray Bay where the kids can explore the rockpools on low tide. Listen with delight as squeals of laughter and excitement come alive when starfish, crabs and little fish are discovered – (just remember to educate the kids to put all the little sea life back where they found it if they pick them up). Watch the sunset over Thunder Point as the night absorbs the suns rays in a blissful show of crimson, oranges and purple.
Experience some remarkable wildlife encounters all year round.
Whale spotting at Logans Beach is best from June to September, known fondly as the whale nursery as the Southern Right Whales come to calf. From the deck, you will be in the best spot for the opportunity to view the Southern Right and Blue Whales as they migrate to warmer waters, breaching through the ocean surface in all of their magnificent glory. Whilst over the summer months, you can greet the Maremma dogs at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and learn about how these special dogs work to protect the local penguin colony on Middle Island from the threat of foxes and other predators.Play during the day and let loose as the sun sets with a wide choice of dining options.
The Cally Hotel offers a games room to keep the kids entertained while you enjoy a meal made with fresh, local produce. Or explore other restaurants that highlight the region’s finest ingredients for a delicious dining experience.
Grab that early morning coffee and delicious whole hearty breakfast packed with flavour, head down to the Pavilion Cafe & Bar near the Warrnambool Breakwater whilst you sip on your morning coffee and watch the horses being trained in the bay, galloping across the sand and frolicking in the calmness of the water.
From here you can walk, run, ride or skate along the scenic foreshore promenade. A great fun path that is 5.7 kilometres stretch to the mouth of the Hopkins River. The whole family will enjoy taking in some fantastic coastal views along the way.
Warrnambool offers the whole family the perfect place for a balanced weekend of creating many fun memories, whilst also offering moments of relaxation and joy as you experience everything this seaside city has to offer.
For personalised advice and expert recommendations, stop by one of our Visitor Information Centres. Our local Great Ocean Road experts can help you tailor your trip and provide insights on top attractions, camping spots, and travel tips to make your stay unforgettable.
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