Lovely little spot to stop at on our way to Robe from Port fairy. Free camping but we left a donation in town to help support. Very large campsite with built in fire pits. Well maintained area however the down side was the toilet paper and human waste left in the nearby bush by previous campers. There are toilets nearby but the obviously too far for lazy people to walk to.

Fort O'Hare in the township of Dartmoor west of Melbourne 35k short of the Victorian South Australia border.

Currently completing Great South West Walk. A 260km walk that can be done by hiking with all your own gear or in sections at your leisure!! Lots to see

Lovely place for a walk or camp for the night.First we went to Cobboboonee camp .Then did 30 min nature walk.Saw more birds on GSW than on trail.We then went to Jackass picnic area which was fantastic.Lots of birds and wallaby.Toilet was clean and lots of tables and chairs to relax.There is also camp ground.Love Jackass the best.Download a map before you go so you dont get lost.Jackass has also got fern gully

I stayed a Jackass Fern Gully. It's a nice spot to camp, plenty of tables and BBQs. I was the only person in the entire camping area. Not close to hiking trails.

This is a great place that I had never heard of. The walking trails are peaceful and green, and there's an abundance of animals and birds. Wallabies, echidnas, emus and kookaburras.

Apart from how you pronounce it, there is nothing difficult about this place. Such beautiful camp sites and so peaceful!!

Was having a great day with my girlfriend until we were chased out by a Yeti

It was a very nice walk. I think more signage will be good but I really enjoyed.

This place deserves a 5 ⭐ but sadly all its buildings were closed so it didn’t quite get my full scores, that said it is an incredible light house set amongst a fabulous back drop of the most rugged rocks with the most amazing waves crashing over them… I could have sat there all day watching them ! Be sure to walk behind the lighthouse and step beyond the enclosure onto the cliff top walk for the best views - do NOT take young children out there though !

Gordon, the tour guide was fantastic and full of knowledge, with great history on the lighthouse. I would recommend a tour. The views from the top were amazing.

We decided to take it easy today so visiting another lighthouse was in order. Lots of lovely-looking buildings with beautiful scenery and old-style volcano fossils were worth the drive. Pity about wind farms spoiling the East Coast everywhere.

I went to Cape Nelson Lighthouse, and the lighthouse is beautiful! The views of the ocean and cliff-tops were stunning 😍 too!! There's a walking trail as well, which is amazing and covers a lot of ground and cliff tops. The only reason I didn't give this 5 stars was because the toilets were locked and unavailable. Definitely recommend checking the lighthouse out. If you haven't, great history information available too.

Nice lighthouse, great views and very windy. On a good day you should be able to see whales in whale season.

Definitely worth a visit. Great land and se scapes.

Lovely area. No facilities open on weekday. Did not stay in accommodation. Visiting the lighthouse.

Me and my partner done this tour recently and it was amazing. Such an interesting time learning about the Gunditjmara country and how the Indigenous people lived. We had Ruben as our cultural guide who was excellent, very knowledgeable, friendly and passionate. Thank you so much for welcoming us and sharing your history. Highly recommend!

Absolutely loved our tour with Reuben today. An incredible experience for the whole family. My mind is still spinning with all the stories and information - how amazing the eels are, their life cycle and incredible migration, and the ingenuity, patience, determination, grace, wisdom and knowledge of the Gunditjmara people with their channels, nets, culture and way of life. Felt very privileged to learn from Reuben who is passionate, knowledgeable and patient. Our kids 9 and 15 were totally engaged for over 2 hours. Thanks so much for making this available, worth every cent. Will never forget it.

I did the whole day tour, it was just so amazing, information filled and eye opening. Our guide Reuben was friendly, VERY knowledgeable and shared his culture with respect, honesty and empathy. The eel tasting plate for lunch was delicious, my first time so I was a bit worried! The cafe staff are all friendly and so helpful. The souvenirs are great also, a small range but something for everyone. 110% recommend this tour and will definitely be doing this again with other friends and family.

Tae Rak Aquaculture Centre. A great place to visit. We did a 2 hour guided tour - lots of info and a walk in the area. Eel tasting platter for lunch was delicious. Good coffee too.

What a fantastic place! Highly recommended. We really enjoyed the tour & the great food. Our tour guide was excellent & very passionate. We will definitely come back someday :)

This is a wonderful and most interesting tour! We just completed the 4 hour tour which was amazing. This is so worth doing, so if you are anywhere nearby book it and you will love it if you have any interest in Australian indigenous history and culture.

Such a beautiful tour! So much history to be learned. Aunt Eileen and Lee were beautiful hosts and tour guides. They answered all of our questions. If you are in the area, be sure to book a tour before you leave town. I love this place and will be back again.

Well worth a visit. A wide range of, mostly still operating and registered, vehicles - cars and bikes, together a range of other exhibits. Entry is $10/adult, $8/concession and $20/family. There is plenty of parking.

A bit sceptical about what sort of things I would find, but the few pictures I took should be worth 1000 words Thoroughly enjoyed my visit. Made me wish I could have been around the time when cars were a pipe dream that came to life. Entry fee is reasonable for a trip through history

It's not huge, but it's well worth a visit. The exhibits are clean and well presented with information boards on each. There is video running on a couple of overhead TVs that show interesting history and some funny times of yesterdays motor vehicles. There are a couple of old tram trolley's and other old engines as well as cars and tools from the motor industry. I must add; this place caters for caravans and campers. Unlike most of the CBD.

Excellent and enjoyable display Lots of different aspects of motoring history here - cars - trams - old fuel bowsers - stationary engines - tools and much more. Car Club volunteer was informative and friendly.

Well worth the visit , the well set out displays of vintage cars and bikes

Great Display & Friendly Staff! Well worth a visit!

Great place to visit enjoyed their display and memorablia they have there. Worth a visit.

Bought tickets on the day! It's a day pass - so feel free to go on as many rides as you want on the same day. Run by very friendly volunteers and such a great way to listen to the history of the town while enjoying spectacular views of the port! The driver is very jolly and the trip was very enjoyable. We'll definitely be doing this again when we are back in town. Being able to sit on the sidelines and enjoy the views, there was something very peaceful about it 🧡

Absolutely awesome 👍 Fabulous, beautifully renovated tram Staff were amazing,friendly, knowledgeable,very accommodating. Dog friendly too,we were able to take our dog with us...(.this might change if really busy ?) The tour was informative,with humour in the narrative....all in all a very enjoyable experience. At the tram station there is a great little museum too plus a great little model railway track,featuring Thomas ..of course !!

Fantastic commentary by Peter on our trip. Great ride around well worth the trip. Loved the train sets at the museum. Was a rainy miserable day for us but still well worth the ride.

Fantastic! Great to hear about the local history while enjoying the cable tram ride.

We went to the cabletram today. Sadly it couldn't ride, because of the heavy winds, but the volunteers of the museum where so kind to our son, who was a bit dissapointed. We had a look in the museum with the small trains, saw the cable trams movie and our son could have a look around in the depot to see the tram. He loved it. Thank you so much for your kindness and making our sons day amazing!

What a wonderful, informative, welcoming team of people working together to create a truly special experience. We really enjoyed learning about Portland. I didn’t know half of the facts we were taught! Highly recommend checking this out.

The museum is quite an interesting place with some good exhibits and there is an excellent video about the cable trams o Melbourne. It is also the base for the replica cable tram tours around Portland, the trip is about 7 kilometres largely along the coast and through some parklands. Quite a lot to see and there is also commentary about the area on the journey. The tram line has quite a few stops where you can get on or off as your tickets are valid all day. We enjoyed the journey and recommend it to everyone.

If you get the chance, stop by and take a walk through history as you make your way to the top of the light house. Pet friendly.

Interesting World War 2 memorabilia over several levels, with a great 360 degree view of the area from the top. Staffed by friendly, knowledgeable local volunteers it’s well worth the $4 entry. Highly recommended!

GREAT little find where the historic tram starts. JUST $4 entry for 1. A bit of much needed exercise to get to the top. 2. Awesome 360°C views. 3. Sombre reminder of the war. So much care and effort put into the exhibits. 4. Feelings of gratitude. Super glad most of the world is speaking English and enjoying democracy. Thanks to the countless brave men and women, and good leadership. 5. Nice lookout/photo spot (just a few steps away) which is free of course. P/s. Their brochure doesn't do it justice. GIVE THIS ATTRACTION A GO.

Well worth a look - great views from the top, and a great presentation of the local connection to WW2 - friendly staff make it a very worthwhile visit - Highly Recommended!

A fantastic piece of history run by some very interesting people. This is a must see for all people especially young ones to see about our past. Has steps inside so use caution if you have trouble in climbing them. They may need a lesson in hedging and window cleaning though!!!!! Lots of interesting things to read

Excellent views from the top and important historical information on the way up.

It is a great museum with some excellent details around WWII. View from the top is fantastic. Open 10 to 4 daily. $4 fee to go to top.

It was after hours when we visited today, but thankyou for the pre pared information packs , very much appreciated 👍

Visited the Information Center and Maritime Museum today. Great selection of souvenirs and fairly priced items. Especially liked the range on Children's books! If you're visiting Portland for the first time, make this your first stop and get some insider knowledge from the Information Officers at the center here. Very knowledgeable and warm people here. The Maritime Museum is a 30 mins attraction with a $7 ticket price. Gives a lot of information on the sailing history of the town. Was great to see Budj Bim referenced here - very reason we were visiting Portland!

4th November 2024: A 3rd look! A wander into the Museum and more information viewable than expected! Thank you to the lady at the front who explained a lot more about the Whaling and other areas of interest I saw in there. Forget about the Geology for a moment, and go and take a look at the History of the Fishing and Whaling - things have changed so much - for the better Friday 20th September 2024! An interesting reply from the young man who had no idea about Geology and Hydrogeology in the area, when I placed the review back in February this year! Hopefully the staff tomorrow will be able to provide me with a Local Portland Geology / Hydrogeology Map? Please and thank you in advance 😊 February 2024 The young man I spoke to may need to upgrade his Geological, Hydrogeology and Local Visitor's Sites for a few question's asked! All in all if you need to find the basics of the area, drop in there, otherwise take a look on other people's internet suggestions on what areas are the best to go too. You won't know if you haven't been there! 😊

Interesting facts about the local area.

Bayside Cafe inside is great. Good coffee, yummy cakes, scrumptious lunches.

A great place to visit, it should be your first port of call when you arrive in Portland. There’s a very interesting maritime museum within the centre which tells you a bit about the history of whaling and boating in the Portland area. It’s well worth the entry fee. Everyone aged 10 and up would enjoy it, whether you have an interest in maritime history or not!

You must visit if you are in Portland very helpful staff plenty of information. You could spend at least a couple hours hear looking thru the museum and watching the video footage of the making of the break wall. Have a coffee or a meal at the cafe and watch the trucks working at the port very interesting seeing the trucks unloading.

I only found it by turning onto a random side street, otherwise wouldn’t have known it existed! Situated at the end of a dead end street, quite a nice little attraction!

The lighthouse is an iconic piece of architecture, standing tall with its striking white and red colours against the backdrop of the deep blue sea. Whether you're a history buff or just looking for a picturesque spot for a leisurely stroll, the lighthouse won't disappoint.

Just a lovely look out point.

We quickly stopped here to take a family photo however it was drizzling rain so the stop was quick. The lighthouse was smaller than most but naturally it was built on the side of a cliff overlooking the water. Views were nice! Parking was very limited as the entrance is located at the rear of a court. Worth a quick look if passing through Portland 👌

It was cool little light!

Nice place to visit and know the history of this light house. The place is stunning with great ocean view. The coffee shop located near the light house serves great coffee.

If you walk from Nuns Beach, or even the visitor centre and head away from the town along "Port of Portand Vested Land", you'll reach the lighthouse before you know it. It's a short, easy walk. There are also pretty views out to sea, and the lighthouse itself is lovely as is some of the flora along the cliffs past that point. I'd also recommend looking up as, during my wander here, there were a couple of koalas relaxing not too far off the ground in trees near the lighthouse.

The crater rim walk was stunning. Looking forward to going back for some more of the trails.

Walking the Lava Canal Walk at Budj Bim was a truly fascinating experience. I now understand why places like this hold deep spiritual significance in Aboriginal culture; witnessing how the land was formed is awe-inspiring. Nature’s power is on full display here. We were cautious while exploring the tunnel cave section, as we didn’t have a flashlight, and the rocks were slippery. There was also the chance of snakes. We stepped in a bit, but didn’t go too deep into the cave. The trail itself stretches about 6–7 km through forested terrain. You walk over rocky paths and soft, spongy plant layers that sometimes feel like there’s empty space underneath—like walking on nature’s cushion. It’s peaceful, and at times slightly challenging, but incredibly rewarding. We saw so many koalas along the way, which was absolutely heartwarming! And towards the end of the trail, a family of kangaroos appeared right in front of us. While we’re used to seeing wallabies, encountering these larger kangaroos was something else; so powerful and graceful. This walk is something I highly recommend. It’s quiet, occasionally demanding, and gives you the feeling of walking on ancient lava flows that shaped this land thousands of years ago. You can truly feel the spirit of the place in every step.

A wonderful hidden gem! Great spot for watching wildlife and enjoying the great outdoors.

Great facilities at the camp ground with hot showers and flush tolets. Fire places at all camp sites. Lots of wild life, and three walks start not far from camp ground. Recommend visiting

One of the coolest national parks in Victoria! I visited on a rainy day, and it was still stunning. If you’re in the area, it’s definitely worth a visit.

A hidden gem of volcanic features in western Victoria. The caves were a highlight. We did the 6.5 km lava canal walk, which was strenuous and full of interesting things to see althouh sadly we did not see koalas. Would love to go back for additional short walks and cultural options. Facilities were very good.

Extremely disappointing and very unloved. There has been no maintenance on the place for months. Do not attempt the lava canal walk with school groups or young kids. Scotch thistle and grass to hip height and at aminimum you need good shoes thick long pants long sleeve shirt. Even then our WA visitors turned backed with prickles and a snake phobia. Very unsafe and track should have been closed. I would not walk this in warm weather. A complete embarrassment for Victoria . Please clean it up or close the tracks before someone is hurt or bitten.

Adorable winery that is totally sustainable with their own emus. The staff were fantastic and informative. The wine was absolutely delicious. I wish I had a chance to try their gin because the botanicals sounded amazing.

Went a bit out of our way to go to this place and so glad we did. This place has it all. After a lengthy chat with the owner Peter we got a full run down of the place. Had the gin paddle and a smashing cocktail (i can't recall its name but i think it's called the Alexander) think expresso Martini mixed with a B52. Family owned and laid back. Watched as kids wandered around, emus stared you down and chickens roamed around the place. As Molly Meldrum wouldv say "Do yourself a favour"

Beautiful and calm venue with incredibly friendly and charming staff. I would highly recommend visiting if you are in the area of Macarthur (VIC). Paddles of wine, beer, and gin are available and you can select the flavours you would like to try. We tried a gin paddle and it was a delightful experience. We also ordered a cheese board which was just divine! Many of the foods on the cheese board were home made. Highly recommend!!

Great spot on a lazy Sunday to drink great craft beer, indulge in a delicious cheese plate whilst listening to the extremely talented and soulful Cooper Lower on guitar. Brilliant!

A little gem, Megan & Sonya our hosts were welcoming & did an outstanding job. Paddles of wines, beer & my fav gin coupled with delicious platter boards with a lovely view, what a great way to relax for a view hours. The new rustic premises will truly transform this place once open. Highly recommend if you're in the MacCarthur area.

Great service, family friendly. Amazing share plate and variety of drinks. The art work tops it off.

Just amazing, this little place. Outstanding variety of gin, great beer and wine too. Super friendly and informative hosts from the owner operators. Just expanding into a magnificent Purpose built facility. Heaps of cute and friendly animals on the farm too. Can’t recommend highly enough…worth going off the beaten track for a visit…try their cocktails too!

I'm glad that I made the trek to this exhibition, they had a great mixture of borrowed works and some of their own. The staff were very helpful and because I came closer to closing time offered me the opportunity to come back the next day (using my same ticket). Cheers

It will be interesting to see where they'll put the new gallery. It's so central where it is now, I don't know why they want to move it. One place I thought that has a bit of historical significance is the old Argyle Arms on Gray Street. It's been closed for so long and would make an incredible art space at an area of Gray Street that is relatively dull and lifeless. Why no one is not using this building is beyond me. It's like going to Coleraine, so many empty, lifeless old shops just sitting there. The Argyle all done up would be spectacular. A lot of hard work but just think of what it would do for the town. I mean, you could keep the original gallery where it is and have a second art space there with different styles of art shown in both. How incredible would that be!

A great country gallery with an interesting mix of artworks. We travelled over 1,000km round trip to view their special exhibition of Renaissance Female art and feel it was worth the effort. An opportunity to see country we hadn't seen for years and artworks you rarely, if ever, see on display.

One of the best galleries I've ever been to. Fantastic mix of exhibits and artists. Absolutely lovely environment. Really high quality for the size of the town its attached to!

The gallery is very unique and a great addition to the town of Hamilton. I really enjoyed the inclusion of civic spaces in the gallery to include more local participatory events and casual meeting spaces.

My mother and I went to the "Lost Soldier's" exhibition in July. It was so incredibly enlightening. The gallery had set it up so as to share the journey of these heroic men with their readers. I can't wait for the next exhibition.

A great regional gallery, we enjoyed the current Chromatica very much, definitely worth a visit.

You pass through a campsite to go to the lake and go to the giant slide. It is fun going down. It looks steep but doesn't go fast. We used cardboards that we found on the floor close to the slide. The lookout from the top is just breathtaking. Where the river meets the oceans.

Super fun for all ages! Doesn’t go super fast but is still well worth it for the views and experience, would recommend using the cardboard or carpet pieces that are around to pick up the speed. The walk to the beach nearby is also a must do. Toilet facilities were decent.

A bit of fun with the kids. Our dog also enjoyed going down the slide too! Worth a brief stop-off if in the area. Toilet facilities available, an outdoor play area and some picnic benches and BBQs for lunch. Can combine the visit to the Giant Yambuk slide with a few walks and beach access.

Middle of nowhere here’s this giant slide right at the beach! Every one had a blast although it is one hell of a walk up the hill!

A short pit stop with multiple things to do. You have to cross the caravan park to reach here. There is a big slide (not giant) for kids to enjoy. Better to slide down with a towel or one of many used cardboards littered around the place. Nevertheless, kids enjoy it and it's difficult to get them off it. There are two short trails here: 1. Beach trail - 150 - 200 mts walk leading to the beach. 2. River mouth walk - around 500 mts walk on a stinking track leading to the river mouth. The track stinks because it's littered with dog poo and because the river is full of blue-green algae. You can access beach from the River Mouth track if you want to come back via beach. There is a nice Gazebo with BBQ facility and a small play area to keep kids busy. While there is boat access to algae infested river, there are signs for not getting in contact with the water.

A lovely serene spot! The Giant slide is lots of fun! Toilets and bbq facilities all you need for a great day out!

This was a brilliant stop, with lots to view from the top of the giant slide stairs. We were blessed to be the only ones there & having the slide to ourselves was awesome, lots of cardboard to uitalise to ensure a speedy travel down the slide. Definitely worth it, even for adults 😁😋

Had a lovely stay here, a highlight of our time visiting the Grampians and GOR. The property is beautiful and quiet. Jennifer is an amazing host and does a great job juggling the accom and the cellar door. Bought a bottle of their Pinot Noir because it was delicious. We even got to feed the lambs.

We visited here for tasting and lunch as part of a a car club trip. Fantastic hosts, very nice Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir and a lovely, tasty cold spread for lunch including great cheese and cold meats. Lovely, quiet, off the beaten track location perfect for a small-mid size h group. Very personalised!

I tasted the Pinot Noir and it has a wonderful flavour! What makes Pierre Point wines even better is knowing the grapes are herbicide free and managed organically. It's a great option for those who enjoy a tasty and organic wine.

We bought 2 bottles as the wine was very nice even though they were overpriced and no deduction was given to given to us after purchasing a wine tasting for $12 per head. We were provided with warm wine including a sparkling, as well as other whites it appeared these had been sitting out on the bench based on their temperature. To top it off we charged us a eftpos fee. Great wine ruined by unprofessional cellar door experience.

We stayed for three nights and had an amazing time. It’s so comfortable and spotlessly clean. It’s a beautiful location and so peaceful, the ideal place to recharge your batteries. Jennifer was so welcoming too. We will definitely be back when we get the chance

Last weekend, my wife and I were treated to the most peaceful and relaxing overnight stay I could imagine. A sojourn to Pierrepoint Wines and accommodation is an experience I highly recommend. Certainly, I intend to return as soon as possible. The setting for the winery is a magnificent Edwardian home in an idyllic rural environment. Magnificent fruit trees are featured along with happily grazing poultry and the most beautiful border collie. The scenery is simply wonderful and we were made to feel welcome from the first moment of our stay. Jen and Andrew are friendly, cheerful hosts and we quickly found ourselves chatting happily about the wines and the history of the home. The cellar door wines are impressive and we were happy to purchase a number of varieties to enhance our visit. I particularly recommend the Pierrepoint pinot noir and the Pierrepoint Nick's Pick Pinot Gris. Thanks, Jen and Andrew for making our special weekend even more special. Hope to see you again soon.

After a 4 hs drive we got to this lovely looking vineyard. Jen warned us about her border collie jumping on us and wanting to play the next day, I said I couldn't deal with dogs (I have a fobia) and Jen dismissed us with a "good luck with that" as she turned her back to us and left. The next day I had bites to my arms and hands from whatever there was in the bed and the bathroom and kitchen's floor were full of bugs. I am from a tiny village in the countryside and had never seen so many bugs in a clean house. In view of these events, we left. We lost the money we had paid for the second night. Still the better option. Substandard, very unimpressed and also very surprised by this. I guess there is a first time for everything. 1) you didn't attempt to offer anything 2) I didn't shut myself in the bedroom, it was almost 22,00 and I was exhausted, so I went to sleep. 3) I checked the website, I don't use social media. 4) Of course we left, I felt unsafe and the place was full of bugs, I would leave again. I waited to contact you as it was early morning, I saw no reason to wake up anyone on a Saturday before 8,00 am. It wouldn't have changed a thing.

Nice place to see what the various artists who make up the Whalebone cooperative produce. There is a variety of styles.

Nice gallery, but fairly average easily consumable art.

Very interesting gallery...well worth a look. Different.

Easy location, a little expensive but some amazing pieces

The Port Fairy Visitor Information staff members greeted me warmly as I entered the centre. I asked if I could work on my laptop at the table at the back. I was offered free WiFi all day, a charging station, approval to eat my lunch at the desk, plus free tea or coffee. Sublime!

We hired 2 good quality bikes from the visitors centre and rode part of the Port Fairy - Warrnambool Rail Trail. Fantastic.

Exceptional Service and Care at Port Fairy and Region Visitor Information Centre Despite arriving after hours, I was immediately impressed by the immaculate appearance of the Port Fairy and Region Visitor Information Centre. It's evident that a lot of care and attention has been put into maintaining both the exterior and interior of the building. While I couldn't experience the services firsthand, the dedication to excellence was apparent from the moment I arrived. The building exudes a welcoming atmosphere, making it clear that both locals and visitors are valued and catered to with utmost care. Although I missed the opportunity to interact with the staff, I have no doubt that the service provided is exceptional, reflecting the commitment to ensuring a positive experience for all who seek information and assistance. Overall, my brief encounter with the Port Fairy and Region Visitor Information Centre left a lasting impression, and I would highly recommend it to anyone in need of guidance or information while exploring the region.

The best first place to visit while staying in Port Fairy.

Such a helpful and friendly consultant that made us feel fully abreast of the area and ready to explore.

Very friendly and helpful staff. I have to say it seems crazy that I cannot review Port Fairy as a town and post photos from around the town. I think that would be a great way to entice more tourists in. Also, you should have a heritage trail as a separate Google activity that can be reviewed as getting the map to find all the historic buildings from the tourist centre was was just a punt. Get a walking trail on Google and allow people like me to review it shows there are other activities than just a lighthouse. I come from an Art Deco city and the city walks are such a draw card for tourists of all ages in our city. Maybe offer guided walks that can be booked too with info on the history of the beautiful old buildings. A great little part time money spinner for a local.

Nice spot with facilities. You can also book tickets here. 🎟 Plenty to see & do here.

During our short visit to Port Fairy, we made time to walk around Griffiths Island, and it ended up being a quite enjoyable. The island is easy to access via a causeway, and once across you’re greeted with wide walking paths that loop around the coastline. There are two main tracks to the lighthouse, one 1.17 km and the other 1.66 km, so we decided to do both, making a complete circuit to take in all the scenery. The walk itself is varied and interesting. Some sections take you over sandy dunes and along the beach, while others follow wooden stairs and boardwalks through coastal scrub. The paths are well maintained and easy to follow, suitable for most fitness levels. Along the way, we were lucky enough to spot a couple of wallabies grazing in the grass, which was a nice surprise. The lighthouse is the main feature and makes for fantastic photos. On the day we visited the weather was changing quickly from bright blue skies to heavy cloud cover and even patches of dark rain clouds, which created different moods and backdrops for photography. Combined with the ocean views and rugged shoreline, it was a stunning spot to explore. If you’re in Port Fairy, Griffiths Island is definately worthwhile. Peaceful, scenic, and full of character.

Lovely area to walk and see wildlife. If it's windy, take the rightward path to the lighthouse. You'll have the sand blowing against your back instead of in your face.

📍 Griffiths Island, VIC, Australia A forgotten paradise. Pure nature. Just 4 hours train+bus from Melbourne. Should this still exist in 2025? The South hike is more challenging and takes longer time than the north hike, with plenty of rocks and obstacles. which will make it impossible for wheelchair access. Therefore, ppl with wheelchair should go for North track. This island has no living house on it, which makes it a true hidden pure nature gem. You may come across wallabies or bird migrating from Antartica depending on the season. Shot from DJI Mini 4 Pro

A magical place to walk and see wildlife. We were delighted to see the wallabies who were just so graceful and elegant with their little joeys. We visited on a rainy windswept day but it was still a really nice peaceful walk to the lighthouse and along the beach. I would absolutely recommend.

I visited this place with my friends and family with kids. It was a small walk of around 700m till the lighthouse. Walk was pretty nice with a bit of clear water walk and then a walk between flora . The weather was no AO great as it started raining as soon as we started to enjoy the view. The lighthouse was nothing spectacular but the overall sea view and a rainbow at back made it mesmerising. Sea waves were big and the rocks made them look magnificent. A must place to visit in Port Fairy. You also get a park near parking and a nice area to sit and have picnic if it’s sunny. 😊 Hope you enjoy your day .

If you've got time to explore while travelling past Port Fairy, please stop and take this magnificent walk (it also helps stretch your legs from the car ride!) Was phenomenal and exciting for all ages 😊

Nice little island to hike to the lighthouse. Full hike takes an hour and it’s a mix of trails and beach paths and a nice little meander around this tiny island. Lots of birds to spy. Crashing waves off the Indian Ocean are very awe-inspiring and therapeutic.

Beautiful walk around the island, it takes about 1hr 45 min., very easy to do. You will admire volcanic rocks, white sand that blends with the yellow sand, crystal clear shallow water and powerful ocean waves.

A beautiful walking loop takes you along the beach and leads to the lighthouse. It’s a great spot to take a break. Like all lighthouses, this one is also stunning.

A beautiful flat walk on a wide path will lead you to the lighthouse on Griffiths Island. Absolutely beautiful. I am so pleased we went in this walk. I was surprised by the beautiful scenery and waterholes that we came across. The lighthouse is very photogenic and the area has so much history. Absolutely stunning and well worth a visit! If you are going to continue your way around the island it is important to note that this is not flat. It requires scrambling over rocks and sand dunes while praying you don’t slip! Lots of fun but certainly not for those with mobility issues.

There are two main paths to the Griffith Island Lighthouse: ​The left path is the shorter and flatter route. ​The right path is the scenic route that takes you along the beach. This path requires navigating some boulders, but is otherwise a straightforward and easy walk.

One of the best places to visit around here, peaceful and beautiful. Highly recommend.

Was great but I wish they let you know that you can’t get to it when tide is in unless you take the shorter walkway.

Port Fairy Lighthouse is a lovely spot to visit. The walk out to the lighthouse is peaceful with beautiful ocean views all around. It’s a great place to take photos, enjoy the sea breeze, and soak up the history. Well worth the stop if you’re in Port Fairy.

unfortunately it was closed when I passed by. Really like the signs and rocks outside that give an informative view on volcano’s. Though it was closed, it was worth the stop!

The centre and presentation from volunteer staff was very informative and interesting to both the young and old of our group.

Was very nice drive worth going for drive 😀 be going again

Recommend coming here to learn about volcanoes. Definitely deepened my understanding and can see bluestone everywhere I look now. Was interesting to learn about why there are volcanoes in this area. Outside display also offers information if centre is closed. Volunteers were very friendly, thank-you

Normal visit .. not worth the ticket price ! Good hospitality. In maintenance now !

This region is famous for its ancient volcanoes, and you can experience the present, from the videos played in this venue, and the past, plenty of artifacts are on the display, that are millions of years old. While in this area you may wish to drive to visit Mount Rouse, which actually is inactive volcano!!

My mum recommended I visit here on my way back from Hamilton. I had some time to fill in so I agreed (and it was next to the public toilets). I loved it! The volunteer was so helpful and I found the information, displays and interaction fabulous. I've recommended it to many people since. Well done :)

Great little place to stop and have a break. Gardens are lovely and about to bloom. Has toilets and right next to Bowls Club and caravan park

A surprisingly lush oasis after driving through very dry countryside. Never expected to see Swamp Cypress! Well worth a visit.

The park gives you a beautiful lookouts with different colours depending on the season. Nice refreshing place especially as a stop in your trip

Very small and sweet quiet greens to sit and recover from driving. Lovely lake surronded by gardens and lots of ducks in the pond. This place would look amazing in autumn

Gorgeous little surprise on our journey home. So much colour end variety. It's be a beautiful little picnic spot. And it was a lovely little wet day adventure.

Very nice place to visit, lovely gardens

Nice stopping area if you're driving through

Access from the mount Rouse Reserve, drive to top car park (stop at picnic ground if you have a trailer). There are some steps to the top where there is a viewing platform and a park bench

Not much to say about Mount Rouse in the Victorian Western District. At the foothills there is an historic blue-stone home 'Kolor' where Dame Nellie Melba used to stay and play tennis. It's a beautiful home that forms an enduring part of Victoria's history. The passage ways are said to align in a north-south and east-west direction aligned so that they point to other extinct volcanoes in the area. It includes a dancing ballroom with a suspended floor that has a small amount of bounce to it specifically designed for hosting formal balls back in the day.

Nice views of Penshurst and surrounding plains

Fantastic Views

I’m almost hesitant to leave a glowing review for this site because it is just so serene and beautiful, that I almost don’t want to see it get overcrowded with people! There were a couple of handfuls of people there when I went and it was simply perfection! Emus wandering freely around you, koalas in every other tree, cultural sites. I was honoured to have my very own tour guide, Gunditjmara Elder Uncle Paul. I am so grateful to you for sharing your time and knowledge with me. Follow @mel_from_melbourne on Instagram for more footage and recommendations.

This place is a must! The drive in is very beautiful and there are plenty of parking in different areas. Free access and different hikers to do! Koalas were on trees by the parking lot! I also had emu crossing the road! Highly recommended!

Spotted around 7 koalas and a kangaroo family. And the emus are already at the park entrance. Beautiful place where you can enjoy watching the wildlife in their natural habitat. Besides the lively animals you will find peace and serenity

A lovely place to escape too if your needing quiet time or want a nature hit. It's also a beautiful place to bring the kids as well... we got up and close with the Emus and the Koalas. Not far from Warnambool township and it feels like your deep in nature. From driving to walking you get a beautiful scenic views.

Beautiful place, with lovely relatively easy walks around the volcanos and lakes. If you are planning a picnic or BBQ then be careful of the emus, they steal food, while the koalas are distracting you! Think its a well organised double act!

Wanna spot many cute koalas, this is the place! A lot of them are setting at the trees over the parking would recommend to come around 8:30am if you want to see other animals. After 11am parking is quite busy but 2 emus will come to the picnic area cause they know its lunch time. They are a bit naughty but they dont bite, don't be afraid just don't feed them!

A beautiful and peaceful place with lots of wildlife. We saw quite a few koalas, rabbits, emus,etc. it’s a pity that I did not have the time to hike. Will love to be back.

Absolutely world class tourist attraction.. location of the famous movie oddball.. great place to study the geology of sandstone… great location for a family walk over to the island many walks down to the beach to discover the many rock pools great for teaching the kids about the ocean and respect for the local wildlife…

Super peaceful to watch the waves crashing & undulating, a nice breeze and a nice walk!

Amazing sunrise spot listening to the waves for an early morning wake up walk

Not a bad place to visit. Lovely back story. I wouldn't make it a priority visit

Warrnambool’s Breakwater Rock Pier makes for a pleasant evening hike. The setting sun adds a cinematic feel to the seascape. My favourite spot is the old aquarium domes. It has a sci fi like atmosphere. Do not miss!

The Breakwater is a long stretch of wall that forms a barrier against the rugged ocean waves. I thought it looked mighty impressive and have not quite seen one like this before. The pier and anglers are protected behind the Breakwater, and the calm waters provide a contrast to the adjacent breaking waves.

This old break water pier is excellent it is over a 100 years old and once was used for trains onto ships ‘ these days you can only walk up it’ if your lucky you may see a whale or a seal.At the start of the jetty is the old aquarium you can only see the roof domes now’ there are views of the ocean in every direction, if your lucky you will get to see the waves breaking over the wall

Stopped in Warnambool in late March recently in the drive up to Halls Gap after the Great Ocean Road drive. This is a nice park for a short break.

This guy s one of the best playgrounds! So many different activities and things to do! It’s suitable for a huge age range. Great facilities, bbqs, toilets etc. You can easily spend hours here!

We loved this playground both day and night play was fun. The slide is very fast. Love the sundial, maze and flying fox. It is a beautifully designed and great playground for all ages and a number of hills for rolling down. Well maintained covered areas, benches and tables and BBQs for a good picnic. Toilets were clean. Nice walks by the lake. I definitely recommend this area if you are visiting Warrnambool.

A very beautiful park that was discovered when we were finding a nearby toilet at Warrnambool.

This is really a fun place for everyone in Warnambool. There are loads of exciting fun activities/apparatus to keep the children busy, while the adults can indulge in a barbecue or picnic. There are bbq areas, seating areas, washroom facilities and plenty of free parking available here. The lake enhances the beauty of this park, which is also inhabited by different species of ducks and birds. It's certainly worth spending some time here.

I would give this 5 stars but they've taken away the best thing here - the ADULT FLYING FOX!!! It is blocked off, I'm really hoping that it is just being fixed and not gone forever. The playground is actually an amazing play space for younger kids. Had many fabulous memories here but the kids are older now.

Good for kids !! Restaurant just walking 5 mins from this playground

The garden was one of the attractions in Warnambool on the drive up to Halls Gap recently in late March. The park is not big but good for a short walk and have lunch outdoors on a beautiful day.

During our stay in Warrnambool we decided to take a stroll through the Warrnambool Botanical Gardens, and it was a very pleasant way to spend some time outdoors. While these gardens aren’t as large as the ones you might find in capital cities, they are beautifully designed and well maintained, with plenty to enjoy at a leisurely pace. The gardens feature a number of themed areas with a wide variety of plants, from tall palms and shady gums to flowering garden beds. A picturesque lake sits at the centre, supporting local birdlife including ducks, waterbirds, and even a heron that we spotted during our visit. The lawns are spacious and open, making it easy to relax or enjoy a picnic, and there are benches scattered around for those who just want to sit and take in the scenery. There is a fernery on site, though it was closed for repairs when we visited. Other highlights included a historic band rotunda, heritage-style buildings, and wide pathways perfect for a gentle walk. It took us around 30 minutes to wander through at a relaxed pace, with plenty of opportunities for photography along the way. Set just across the Princes Highway in a quieter part of town and bordered by schools, the gardens feel calm and peaceful. A hidden find well worth visiting if you’re in Warrnambool.

Lovely gardens to stroll around or even have a picnic. Play area for children. Manicured grassed area with lovely garden beds and safe, even pathways to walk around.

Beautiful Botanical Gardens with a nice pond with a small mason bridge, rotunda, and a fern house. Sadly, the fern house is closed but can have a look through the doors.

The Botanic Gardens is well-kept and clean. There are a lot of bats! The Gardens is relatively small and has a limited collection of plants. Apart from the bats, the Gardens is a peaceful green, open space away from crowds at the beaches.

I can’t believe this place is real. So beautiful, so peaceful and very well maintained. I’ve never actually used the word ‘tranquil’ before but it’s the only word that describes this place. Nice picnic areas and benches and very clean restrooms. There are fish, ducks and we even saw a little turtle in the pond, and the trees have plaques explaining their origin and purpose.

This is a small garden, very well laid out and maintained, with large, significant trees and sweeping lawns. The path winds past a fountain, historic well, sundial, fernery, rotunda and lake with a bridge. For us, the large, noisey bat colony was particularly fascinating. There is a nature based play space for kids. Public toilets are also available in the fenced garden area. Well worth a visit.

Flagstaff Maritime Village in Warrnambool is an absolute hidden gem, especially for those who are into ships and maritime history. The entry ticket lasts for 7 days, which makes it incredibly worth it if you’re staying in the area. Though it’s not a large village, it has a magical way of making you feel like you’ve stepped back in time. Your visit starts with a museum showcasing the tragic shipwrecks along the coast, filled with fascinating artefacts and stories that really pull you in. I spent half a day wandering through the site, and every corner felt like a picture-perfect moment with something new to learn. Whether you’re a history buff or just looking for a scenic, educational stop, this place is a must-visit in Warrnambool.

In Warrnambool, the Flagstaff Hill Marine Village is well recommended as a visit if you are local or touring. Our Entry Tickets for Seniors were $15 each - well worth it. Highly recommend to take one of the regular Tours with a local well-informed Guide. This will take you through the inside museum. The story of the Loch-Ard ship is the most interesting! About 40 minutes inside. You are then free to walk the outside Village. This Village id beautifully set out representing the past. Shops, workshops, Bank, School, Printer, etc., free to enter and walk through each. This is very informative, and well set out, built from goods and materials from the time. Allow about 45 mins outside. Total, need about 2 hours there. Yes, well recommended.

It was very much worthwhile to visit and give you a view into the past. Great exhibition matched only by the very friendly and supportive staff. The old buildings and displays are wonderful. Take your time to travel back in time, when things were not as easy as today. We had a wonderful time, thank you.

This is a place that transports you back to the past. Give yourself the time and attention to understand their lives and their stories of their times. It was a learning and eye-opening experience and journey and marvelled how real and true the preserved artifacts are. I would like to take this opportunity to convey my thanks for the team's hardwork, commitment and dedication in preserving and taking great care of them. I have a better understanding of Australia and it's history. Highly recommend to anyone to have a insight into their history.

Delightful place to visit. Provided senior concession entry fee. Spent a good couple of hours there walking through the village. Great ocean views as well. Had an average Devonshire tea which was a little bit expensive, but not overly so.

Very well presented historical village highlighting the early Settlers (whalers, fisherman). It's position increases the visitors ability to imagine life in this era. Very good presentations about the shipwreck prone coastline and early whaling craft. You can spend a good part of the day exploring this village. Staff are friendly and very helpful. Only stayed 1 day but was offered a stamp on the ticket which permitted entry again for 3 days (this was during a school holiday period). Reasonably priced. Cafe on site.

What a beautiful place to visit, every angle looks like a vintage painting! Thanks for the lovely staffs who gave the girls activities to complete, they loved to find things from hidden places.

Beautiful for a walk or drive.

Sadly we didn’t get to see any whales but the beach was lovely. A little tricky to find on Google maps but once we were there it’s very accessible.

Beautiful, clean, peaceful

Amazing brach

Great view of the ocean 💜 #TheresaHollingsworthPhotography

What a delightful stop along the Great Ocean Road area. Large public indoor dining area with room to move. Fantastic food options. Great coffee and beverage choices. Clean amenities. There's even a museum set up for people to view the dairy heritage of this local area. A must along your travels.

Heading out of Warrnambool along the Great Ocean Road, one of the first stops you’ll come across is the Cheese World and Museum. This place combines a fascinating collection of history with a well-stocked café and shop, making it an easy and enjoyable stop for travelers. The museum area is full of interesting displays. There’s a wide variety of old machinery and equipment once used in cheese making and farming, plus an eclectic mix of artifacts : gramophones, calculators, photographs, household items, and even toys and collectibles. It feels like stepping back in time, and we easily spent 30–45 minutes wandering through the exhibits. The collection is surprisingly extensive and well laid out, with something that will catch just about anyone’s interest. After exploring the museum, we visited the café and showroom. The standout for us was the Super Thick Shakes, we tried coffee and cherry ripe flavours. They really live up to their name: rich, creamy, and so thick that I had to use a spoon to finish mine. I loved it! At $12 for a small and $15 for a large, they are generous serves, the large was almost too much, but I’d happily order it again. If you’re driving the Great Ocean Road, Cheese World is a fun and worthwhile stop. Take time for the museum, and don’t miss trying one of those shakes. Sunday Closed Monday 8 am–3 pm Tuesday 8 am–3 pm Wednesday 8 am–3 pm Thursday 8 am–3 pm Friday 8 am–3 pm Saturday Closed

Cheese World and Museum in Allansford. A really different sort of stop. This is the Western end of the Great Ocean Road. Or the approach to Warrmanbool if coming from the east on Prices Highway. The Cheese World is a café / restaurant with coffee and food to order, eat in or take-away. And a shop with local fare on sale. Next door is the Museum, that we found extremely interesting to walk through. Yes, recommended worth the stop and visit!

Some well maintained and displayed items from a bygone era, from household items to specific milk/cheese industry machinery. Good selections of cheeses, and a gift shop with various memorabilia. Sandwiches were amazing. 😋💕♥️

We stopped by to see the museum part of this establishment and to shop for cheese, which I think we missed. From the parking lot we ended up in the unstaffed, self serve museum full of objects and machineries from before. It was so random, strange and wonderful. Its a small museum so it doesnt take long to tour it. Highly recommend checking it out!

This is a SMALL cheese platter?!? These people are crazy! Crazy nice! Crazy helpful! Crazy knowledgeable and passionate! I’m not a huge cheese guy (it’s the missus that was stoked for the stop,) but everything about this operation blew me away and I left with a cheesy grin on my face. If you’re driving the Great Ocean Road you have to stop here - there’s something for everyone’s taste and it’s all tasty!

Definitely not what it used to be! Its been a couple of years but I was shocked to see this is basically all the cheese available...much less than years gone by. Not much locally produced giftware - just some chocolates, jams relishes and a small selection of wines, all at very high prices and everything gifty was from one major kitchen brand. Waited 20mins for 2 flavour lacking takeaway milkshakes, saved only by the fact they were ice cold.