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HomePlacesVictoriaGreat Ocean Road (Twelve Apostles)
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Great Ocean Road (Twelve Apostles)

Victoria 57m⚡ Easy
Best Time
October to April, with sunrise or late afternoon best at the Twelve Apostles
Difficulty
Easy
Safety
★★★★☆
Solo Friendly
Family
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About Great Ocean Road (Twelve Apostles)

The Great Ocean Road is Victoria famous coastal drive, with the Twelve Apostles limestone stacks as the classic Port Campbell National Park viewpoint.

💡Why Visit?

Go for dramatic cliffs, ocean stacks, beach stops, rainforest pockets, and one of Australia signature road trips.

Best For
road-tripperphotographercouplefamily
Languages
English
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Quick Facts

RegionVictoria
CountryAustralia
Altitude57m
DifficultyEasy
Solo Friendly✅ Yes
Family✅ Yes
Budget StayA$70.00*/night
Budget FoodA$35.00*/day
PermitNot Required
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💎 Hidden Gems Nearby

Scenic spot
Twelve Apostles
4.719,040 reviews· 0.1 km
National park
Port Campbell National Park (Parks Victoria)
4.812,716 reviews· 0.1 km
Tourist attraction
Loch Ard Gorge
4.87,177 reviews· 3.4 km
Tourist attraction
Bay Of Islands
4.83,388 reviews· 25.6 km
Tourist attraction
Gibson Steps
4.73,696 reviews· 1 km
Tourist attraction
The Grotto
4.72,470 reviews· 17.2 km
Hiking area
Maits Rest Rainforest Walk
4.81,807 reviews· 40.4 km

Ratings & reviews from Google Maps

Activities

Twelve Apostles viewing platform

Public viewing platform access is free.

Time

45-60 minutes

Cost

Free

Effort

Easy

Melbourne to Great Ocean Road guided day tour

Typical adult group day-tour range from Melbourne.

Time

Full day

Cost

A$120*–A$180*

Effort

Easy

Twelve Apostles scenic helicopter flight

Typical short scenic-flight range; weather and operator availability vary.

Time

15 minutes

Cost

A$165*–A$195*

Effort

Easy

🌡️ Weather & Best Time

Weather data not available for this destination yet.

When to Visit

💸Best Value
MayJunAugSep
Crowds Medium Prices Low

Pleasant weather, lighter crowds — the sweet spot.

🔥Peak Season
DecJanFebMar
Crowds High Prices High

Busiest months — book stays & transport early.

🌙Off Season
JunJulAug
Crowds Medium Prices Medium

Quietest window with the lowest prices.

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How to Reach

Nearest Airport
Melbourne Airport (MEL)
260 km · 3.5-4.5 hours by road to Twelve Apostles via inland route
Nearest Railway Station
Warrnambool Railway Station
75 km · 1-1.5 hours by road
Nearest Bus Stand
Port Campbell coach stop
12 km · 15 minutes by road

Most travellers self-drive or join a day tour from Melbourne, often routing via Torquay, Lorne, Apollo Bay, and Port Campbell.

Local Transport

Cab / Taxi
A$520* – A$900*/day
Local Bus
V/Line coach links exist but self-drive or organised tours are more practical for viewpoints.

Where to Stay

🎒 Deluxe
A$70.00*/night
  • Port Campbell motel room
  • Apollo Bay hostel or caravan park cabin
🏨 Premium
A$170*/night
  • Coastal motel or lodge
  • Self-contained apartment
✨ Luxury
A$360*/night
  • Boutique ocean-view lodge
  • Premium coastal retreat
⛺ Camping available · A$45.00*/night

Local Cuisine

⭐ Coastal fish and chipsstreet
⭐ Victorian seafoodrestaurant
Local dairy and bakery stopslocal

Travel Tips

  • Stay overnight near Port Campbell if you want sunrise or sunset without a long drive.
  • Drive on the left and avoid rushing the road.
  • Carry layers because coastal wind is strong.
Things to carry
Windproof jacketCameraWater bottleOffline maps
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