Things to Do on the Great Ocean Road
Far more than a drive — world-class surf, rainforest and waterfall walks, wild koalas and whales, historic lighthouses, hidden beaches and a great coastal trek.
Ways to Experience the Great Ocean Road
The Great Ocean Road is far more than a drive. Beyond the Twelve Apostles lie world-class surf, rainforest and waterfall walks, wild koalas and winter whales, historic lighthouses, hidden beaches and one of Australia’s great coastal treks. Here are the experiences to build your trip around, whether you have a day or a week.
What to Do
Shipwreck Coast & Loch Ard Gorge
The Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, London Bridge and the Bay of Islands.
Shipwreck Coast → SurfSurfing the Surf Coast
Bells Beach and Winkipop for experts, gentler bays for beginners and lessons.
Surfing → WalkThe Great Ocean Walk
A 100 km coastal trek from Apollo Bay to the Twelve Apostles — day or multi-day.
The walk → RainforestWaterfalls of the Otways
Erskine, Hopetoun, Triplet and Beauchamp Falls in the green ranges.
Waterfalls → WildlifeWildlife & Koala Spotting
Koalas at Cape Otway and Kennett River, kangaroos, seals and whales.
Wildlife → BeachesBest Beaches
Surf beaches, calm bays and hidden coves along the whole coast.
Beaches →Lighthouses, Views & Family
Plan Your Days
- Save the Twelve Apostles for sunrise or sunset
- Mix coast and rainforest — add an Otway waterfall walk
- Spot koalas at Cape Otway and Kennett River — see wildlife
- Staying over lets you slow down — see where to stay
- Prefer guided? See our Great Ocean Road tours
Things to Do — FAQ
What are the best things to do on the Great Ocean Road?
See the Twelve Apostles and Shipwreck Coast, surf the famous breaks, walk the Great Ocean Walk, chase Otway waterfalls, spot koalas and whales, and photograph the coastal lookouts.
What can you do beyond the Twelve Apostles?
Plenty — surfing, rainforest and waterfall walks, wildlife spotting, historic lighthouses, hidden beaches and the multi-day Great Ocean Walk. It’s a full multi-day destination.
What can you do for free?
Most of it — the Apostles lookouts, beaches, coastal walks, waterfalls and wildlife spotting cost nothing. Some attractions (the Otway Fly, lighthouse tours) charge entry.
Is the Great Ocean Road good for families?
Very — beaches, wildlife, easy walks and the Apostles make it a great family trip. See the Great Ocean Road with kids.
The Great Ocean Road, Planned Around You
The Twelve Apostles, the surf coast, the Otway rainforest and the wildlife — with the driving and bookings handled by the family that’s toured Australia since 1974.
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