13 MUST-SEE PLACES ACROSS THE GREAT OCEAN ROAD REGION
From Torquay near Geelong to Nelson near the South Australian border, there are so many natural attractions beyond the 12 Apostles. Find out adventurer Matt Charlesworth's top 13.
Words from people who spend their time exploring this stretch of the Great Ocean Road.
From Torquay near Geelong to Nelson near the South Australian border, there are so many natural attractions beyond the 12 Apostles. Find out adventurer Matt Charlesworth's top 13.
The Great Ocean Road is a magnificent destination at any time of the year but, if you want to clear the winter blues, here are four activities you can do on your spring holiday!
The Great Ocean Road region is one of the most romantic places on earth with it's ocean, waterfalls, rainforests and hinterland and local businesses are sharing the love this Valentine's Day with special deals and offers.
Lorne is a beautiful place and the perfect location to spend time with family over a long weekend.
September 2019 marks 100 years since the construction of the Great Ocean Road. Make a weekend of it and join in the celebrations through art, film and story telling.
Need to enthuse your teenager to come along on the family holiday? Here's a super cool adventure that the entire family can enjoy!
The landscape between Melbourne and Warrnambool takes in so much natural diversity, plus lots of attractions that portray stories of maritime days gone by.
Melbourne travel blogger Ali Vella and her partner spend their anniversary on the Great Ocean Road with big nature, active adventure and plenty of great food.
Australia's first and only outdoor adventure park completely powered by nature is now open!
When you have the family in tow, you don't have time to look up restaurant reviews for breakfast, lunch, dinner or a snack. Here's a quick guide to dining with the family in Lorne.
Everyone dines a little differently. From white hat restaurants to funky burger joints - the cafes and restaurants across our region cater for every visitor. Not to mention the stores full of local produce and beverages for you to take home!
There are five lighthouses along Victoria's south western coastline. Follow the lighthouse trail to experience the diversity of the region's landscape.
Lorne and the Great Ocean Road frequently asked questions.
The Great Ocean Road is home to rich fertile lands and with that comes big juicy berries, full of that sweet delicious flavour. If you visiting in spring, get ready for some good old-fashioned berry picking!
Plan your next getaway to Lorne. Located within reach from Melbourne, getting here by car, bus, train or plane is easy. View our detailed directions on how to get to Lorne.
Glow works can be found in Melba Gully in the Great Otway National Park. They can be seen at night in cold, damp weather.
Some of the best golf courses in Australia are in Warrnambool, Lorne, Aireys Inlet, Torquay and Anglesea, plus mini golf for some extra fun!
Find the latest and greatest information on Lorne accommodation, activities, events and attractions. Start here for your next journey to Lorne!
Our family loves holidaying in Lorne on the Great Ocean Road. Here are my daughter Emma's top 10 things to do there!
If you're an outdoors person and love fishing and surfing, here are Jack Murphy's top 10 places that he found between Torquay and Port Fairy.
Just a two hour drive from Melbourne, Live Wire Park near Lorne is the place for people of all ages to experience an exciting burst of adrenalin!
Grab a picnic and head to the many picnic areas in Lorne, some with BBQ facilities.
She now lives in LA, but model and actress Ella Bourne is a 'Great Ocean Road girl' through and through. She shares some local spots that are close to her heart.
Discover the best restaurants & designer shops in Lorne. You can shop until you drop, before diving into Lorne’s illustrious food culture and be blown away by the best local seafood and produce.
Seasoned runner Pete Kerr has some tips for pre-race preparation and post-race recovery to ensure you throw everything you can at the Great Ocean Road Running Festival being held from August 22-23, 2020 (please check confirmation closer to date).
Soak up the culture & experience Lorne's thriving art scene. With theatres, cinemas, art galleries & events like the Sculpture Biennale, it's a pleasure celebrating visual, performing & gourmet arts.
Live Wire Park in Lorne has heart-racing fun for all ages, including the 'Spring Circuit' -enclosed trampolines suspended in the trees, complete with ball pits and swings!
Come experience the natural beauty of Lorne's walks & waterfalls, including Teddy's Lookout, St Georges River Walk, Cumberland and Erskine Falls. Fall in love with the great outdoors all year-round.
Hold your next event in Lorne. With white beaches, rolling waves and a variety of beautiful venues to choose from, Lorne is the ultimate setting for a beach wedding or event. Book your venue today.
As a budget-conscious family, finding lots of free family activities in the Great Ocean Region was the highlight of the September school holidays.
There are lots of award-winning businesses providing visitors with food, accommodation and experiences across the Great Ocean Road region.
In 2018, Elizabeth Lim from Singapore won a competition sponsored by IMG, Visit Victoria and Great Ocean Road Regional Tourism to participate in the Great Ocean Road Running Festival. It opened her eyes to the breadth of things to see and do in the region.