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Great Ocean Road

📍 Australia, Victoria, Great Ocean Road (Twelve Apostles area)
Great Ocean Road
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Quick Facts

Location
Australia, Torquay
Category
Tour Routes
Duration
1–2 days (long drive from Melbourne)
Address
Australia, Victoria, Great Ocean Road (Twelve Apostles area)
Coordinates
-38.6650, 143.1040

Introduction

The Great Ocean Road is a scenic coastal highway stretching about 240 km along the south coast of Victoria, built by veterans returning from World War I to commemorate fallen comrades—itself one of the world's largest war memorials. On one side is the vast Southern Ocean, on the other forests and cliffs; the most famous sight is the Twelve Apostles—limestone pillars standing in the sea, eroded by waves over millions of years, majestic in morning and dusk light. Also the Loch Ard Gorge, the London Arch and other rock seascapes make it Australia's most classic road trip.

✨ Highlights

1
Twelve Apostles
Limestone pillars standing in the sea, majestic in morning and dusk light.
2
Loch Ard Gorge
A gorge bay famous for a shipwreck story, with spectacular reef seascapes.
3
Coastal Road Trip
A beautiful scenic highway with the Southern Ocean on one side, forests and cliffs on the other.
4
Wildlife
Wild koalas in roadside forests; whales off the coast seasonally.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best Time：The Twelve Apostles are most beautiful in morning/dusk light; long summer days help driving.
→Drive：Far from Melbourne; allow one to two days, do not rush.
→Left Side：Drive on the left in Australia; mind rules, curves and fatigue.
→Viewpoints：Viewpoints and trails at each rock; mind cliff-edge safety, do not cross.
→Supplies：Supplies in towns along the way; fuel up and bring water before departure.
→Opening Hours：Open all day (viewpoints best daytime · reference)
→Transportation：Self-drive / tour (~3–4 hours to the Twelve Apostles)

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
AdultFree

Free (helicopter etc. extra)

💡 Tips

• The Twelve Apostles are most spectacular at sunrise and sunset; plan to catch morning or dusk.
• Allow at least a day, better two, to slowly enjoy the roadside wonders.
• Drive on the left in Australia; extra care on curves and passing, first-time drivers.
• Opening and experience prices per the official.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Great Ocean Road?

Open all day (viewpoints best daytime · reference)

How much is the admission for Great Ocean Road?

Adult: Free; Free (helicopter etc. extra)

Any practical tips for visiting Great Ocean Road?

The Twelve Apostles are most spectacular at sunrise and sunset; plan to catch morning or dusk. Allow at least a day, better two, to slowly enjoy the roadside wonders.

How long should I spend at Great Ocean Road?

A typical visit takes 1–2 days (long drive from Melbourne).

Ticket prices, schedules and opening hours are for reference only; please follow the official announcement.

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