"Nature's drama unfolding at every turn"
The Great Ocean Road is truly one of the world's great drives. A stretch of natural therapy linking stunning coastal destinations.
Plug into the elements, recharge and shed the everyday. Choose from resort towns on broad sandy bays or small coastal villages laden with opportunity to indulge and reflect at day's end.
Explore beyond the main attractions and discover a world of gourmet delights and hidden natural treasures. With so much to experience you're going to need a little sinking time, plan some rest days and fall under the spell of our southern destinations.
To plan your whole Great Ocean Road experience visit www.greatoceanroad.org
Geelong:
Geelong City is the second largest city in the state of Victoria, Australia. It is a port city with an urban population of 240,000 people. Geelong is located on Corio Bay, 75 kilometres south-west of the state's capital, Melbourne. Geelong is renowned for its shopping, dynamic growth, the AFL Football Club Geelong Cats, its beautiful waterfront and stately historic buildings.
For more information www.greatoceanroad.org/Destination_View.aspx?homepageid=1
Bellarine Penninsula:
The Bellarine features safe bay and ocean beaches, wineries, golf courses, theme parks, great eateries, shops, galleries and beautiful countryside. Explore its villages - Drysdale, Portarlington, Indented Head, Queenscliff, Leopold, Clifton Springs, St Leonards, Point Lonsdale, Wallington, Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads.
For more information www.greatoceanroad.org/Destination_View.aspx?homepageid=2
Surf Coast:
The Surf Coast offers Australia’s best surf beaches, bustling resort towns, stunning scenery, bush and beach walks, lush rainforests and spectacular waterfalls. It includes stunning seaside destinations like Torquay, Anglesea, Aireys Inlet and Lorne
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Otways:
This region includes the popular coastal resort town of Apollo Bay, lush Otway Ranges rainforest and waterfalls; the fertile volacanic lakes country and the major inland town of Colac; and stunning scenery including Cape Otway. Explore fascinating historic townships and bush-walk the beautiful Otway Ranges. Sample a range of fresh and delicious local produce. Sip on local wines at the cellar door, pick your fill of seasonal berries, or dine on home baked breads, biodynamic ice cream or homemade cakes and desserts.
For more information www.greatoceanroad.org/Destination_View.aspx?homepageid=4
Warrnambool:
Warrnambool City is the largest city on the Great Ocean Road, offering all the services expected of a vibrant, modern city whilst maintaining the atmosphere of a relaxed country town. With clean sheltered beaches, manicured parks and gardens, visiting whales, notorious shipwrecks, unique volcanoes, contemporary art and exhilarating sports, there is certainly something for everyone.
For more information www.visitwarrnambool.com.au
Port Fairy:
The sea air and the sun on the river make Port Fairy a beautiful town to walk around. Wide streets are lined by various historical buildings and many fine restaurants, cafes and tea rooms make this charming old town a relaxing destination. The wharf supplies restaurants and passers by with fresh seafood in season and fine fish all year round. Or you can step onto a charter boat and have a go at catching your own dinner.
For more information www.visitportfairy.com.au
Portland and surrounds:
Located in the south west corner of Victoria, Portland is just over 285 kilometres west of Geelong, 99 kilometres past Warrnambool on Victoria's south west coast. Nearby is spectacular Cape Bridgewater, Nelson and the South Australia border. Portland is surrounded by magnificent natural attractions from coast to country.
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