The Great Ocean Road near Melbourne is one of the most scenic coastal drives in the world. Here are some must-visit spots along the way:
1. Torquay
• Starting point of the Great Ocean Road.
• Famous for surfing, including Bells Beach.
• Visit the Australian National Surfing Museum.
2. Anglesea
• Great for beach walks and spotting kangaroos at the golf course.
3. Aireys Inlet & Split Point Lighthouse
• Stunning coastal views.
• Lighthouse made famous by the TV show Round the Twist.
4. Lorne
• A beautiful coastal town with great cafes and beaches.
• Check out Erskine Falls in the nearby Otway Ranges.
5. Teddy’s Lookout
• Offers breathtaking panoramic views of the ocean and coastline.
6. Kennett River
• One of the best places to see wild koalas.
• Also home to many colorful parrots.
7. Apollo Bay
• A great place for seafood and relaxing on the beach.
• Gateway to the Otway National Park.
8. Great Otway National Park
• Rainforest walks, waterfalls (like Hopetoun Falls), and the famous Redwood Forest.
9. The Twelve Apostles
• The most iconic attraction, featuring massive limestone stacks rising from the ocean.
• Best viewed at sunrise or sunset.
10. Gibson Steps
• Walk down the steps to the beach for an up-close view of the limestone cliffs.
11. Loch Ard Gorge
• A stunning inlet with dramatic cliffs and a tragic shipwreck history.
12. The Grotto
• A naturally formed sinkhole and arch offering a unique viewpoint.
13. London Arch (formerly London Bridge)
• A rock formation that partially collapsed in 1990, leaving a standalone arch.
14. The Bay of Islands
• Less crowded than the Twelve Apostles but equally stunning rock formations.
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