Local Attractions / Things to do
Scenic drives along the world famous Great Ocean Road, stopping at points of interest such as Twelve Apostles, Gibson Steps, The Arch, London Bridge and the Grotto.
Follow one of the scenic driving routes along the Great Ocean Road. The Shipwreck Trail, the Great Southern Touring Route and the Volcanic Trail
Self-guided walks at Loch Ard Gorge that introduce shipwreck history, geology, and coastal ecology.
Watch the thousands of Muttonbirds (Short-tailed Shearwaters) that fly in to their nest burrows from the sea each evening in summer.
Swim or surf at Port Campbell.
Snorkelling and scuba diving tours available.
The Port Campbell commercial centre is based around the tree-lined strip of Lord Street and features cafes, restaurants and speciality shops, catering well for visitors. The town centre is an inlet of water surrounded by the Port Campbell National Park and it includes an attractive foreshore area, a calm sandy beach swimming area, and a jetty.
Visit Loch Ard Shipwreck Museum which displays artefacts from five vessels which were wrecked on the coast near Port Campbell.
- The Schomberg
- The Loch Ard
- The Fiji
- The Newfield
- The Falls of Halladale.
Walk the Discovery Walk
For spectacular views across the bay, along the coast and over the town itself, take the Discovery Walk. Either climb up the steps from the beach at Port Campbell Bay and enjoy the view from the walking track along the cliff top, or alternatively access to the Discovery Walk and the Town Lookout can be reached via a car park on the Great Ocean Road to the west of town.
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