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A seafood village embraced by tranquil beaches, rolling green hills
and the Great Otway National Park.
Turn the ‘out of office’ on and leave the high heels at home. Join the simple life with sand between your toes, sunshine on your back and fresh food in your belly. Kid's roam with the freedom of old - giggling at every twist and turn along the journey. Reconnect with a slower pace of life in Apollo Bay.
Outdoor Adventure
Feel alive in nature's playground...Join the pursuit for ecstasy in whatever fashion you please with an endless variety of adventures built to showcase the capturing beauty of Apollo Bay & the Otways. Bike, hike, ride, kayak, board, drive or fly through the regions best.
Wrestle a fighting salmon from the Barham River mouth and dive amongst the rocks spying the glaring eyes of a wary lobster. Or, trusting the expert team of fisherman and chef to serve up the catch of the day matched with a crisp glass of locally harvested Sauvignon Blanc.
Stay & Explore
Unpack your bags and stay a while. Life is an adventure in Apollo Bay with protected bays to swim, endless Great Otway National Park trails to blaze and a hearty meal of local food and wine waiting for you upon return. Base your Great Ocean Road holiday in Apollo Bay and explore nature’s big backyard.
The magnitude of the ocean versus the majesty of the forest. Discover a land where ancient flora and bubbling streams meet life on a cliffs edge shaped by relentless crashing waves. Apollo Bay marks the entry point for some of Australia’s most celebrated short and multi-day walks, and is the perfect base to explore the Great Ocean Walk and surrounding Otways rainforest.
Wild for Wildlife
Shhh. Did you here that? Look, it's a... The Otways are home to many of Australia's favourite locals including kangaroos, wallabies, echidnas, platypus, koalas, glow worms, birds, seals, penguins and even migrating Southern Right Whales.
APOLLO BAY MUST DO'S...
SPOT A KOALA
In the area, you don't have to look hard to spot a koala! .If you're on the lookout, try casting your eyes upwards - you'll generally find koalas wedged in the nook of a tree branch and most often fast asleep.
WATERFALLS
With its diverse terrain and coastal margin, the Otways is a natural for waterfalls. The striking cool temperate rainforest of the Great Otway National Park boasts one of the highest rainfalls in the state.
ADVENTURE AWAITS
Join the pursuit for ecstasy in whatever fashion you please with an endless variety of adventures built to showcase the capturing beauty of Apollo Bay & the Otways. .
FAMILY FUN
There are many great options for fun activities for kids of all ages in Apollo Bay! With a great range of attractions there will be loads of ideas to explore the area!
ANOTHER POINT OF VIEW
Take to the sky to see Apollo Bay from above with Apollo Bay Aviation or venture further up the coast to see icons like the Cape Otway Lightstation and the 12 Apostles Coast
BRING YOUR DOG - WE HAVE DOG BEER!
Head to the Great Ocean ROad Brewhouse to try a local beer or a hearty meal; and don't worry - they cater for your pooch too!
THINGS TO DO THIS SEASON
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Otway Fly Tree Top Adventures
Floating amongst the towering eucalypts, suspended 30 metres above the forest floor on the Otway Fly Tree Top Walk. Then zip line from tower like Tarzan on the Zip Line Eco Tour. Find your birds eye view the Otway Fly Tree Top Adventures.
Way back when
First populated by the indigenous Gadubanud people, Apollo Bay was a land explored largely by foot and sea until the 1930's when road improvements increased european access.
Great Ocean Walk
Starting in Apollo Bay, the Great Ocean Walk is one of Australia's most scenic coastal hikes covering 104km of trail. Natures drama unfolding at every step, and every day is a different adventure.
Cape Otway Lightstation
Help guide ships around the treacherous meeting of Bass Straight and the Southern Ocean. This coastline has stories to tell of lives lived and lost on the cliffs knife edge. Discover the regions history and natural beauty at the Cape Otway Lightstation.
Great Otway National Park
A land where ancient giants meet ferocious waters. Discover the rugged coastlines, sandy beaches, lushes forests and descending waterfalls that make up the Great Otway National Park.
Crafts & Markets
Plan your visit to coincide with the many markets, festivals, community arts events and cultural festivals that fill the region’s calendar year-round. Apollo Bay has inspired generations of artists, writers, sculptors and performers.
Explore places to eat
Apollo Bay Fishermen's Co-op
Situated overlooking the Apollo Bay Harbour, the Apollo Bay Fishermens Coop is the best place in town for fish & chips and a stunning array of locally caught seafood including flake and crayfish.
Sandy Feet Cafe and Health Foods
Located in Apollo Bay, Sandy Feet is the place to go for wholesome breakfast, snacks and lunches every day and dinner Friday to Sunday evenings (bookings for dinner recommended).
Scorched Grill
Scorched Grill is the place to go in Apollo Bay for delicious hand made burgers fresh from the grill and daily seasonal specials.
Bay Leaf Cafe
Bay Leaf Café is the spot for breakfast, coffee & cake, lunch with beer & wine.
Breakfast Boxes Delivered to Your Accommodation, Apollo Bay
Ask about having a hamper waiting at your accommodationfor your arrival. Add a bottle of local wine or delicious Apollo Bay Distillery Gin.
LittleCrumb Bakery
LittleCrumb Bakery is a fresh new cafe and bakery, perfectly located on the Great Ocean Road - directly opposite the beautiful Apollo Bay beach.
Find a place to stay in
Browse through our selection of accommodation
Recommended accommodation
The Dolphin Apartments
The Dolphin Apartments offer luxury accommodation in the beautiful Apollo Bay. The town nestles into the picturesque green foothills of the Otway Ranges that roll down to a sweeping arc...
Stacks of Offers @ Pisces Big4 Apollo Bay
Stacks of offers available for any type of stay - and flexibility if you have to cancel due to COVID.
The Source, Otways
Come explore the surrounding gardens, visit the cows grazing on the paddocks and take an unforgettable stroll through 100 plus acres of the temperate rainforest.
Apollo Bay Holiday Park
Paradise by the Sea – Apollo Bay Holiday Park is set just metres from the beach and a short stroll to the town centre where beautiful restaurants and retail therapy await.
Skenes Creek Lodge Motel
Skenes Creek Lodge Motel is situated in a quiet, spacious beach garden setting, and is located on the Great Ocean Road in Skenes Creek, Apollo Bay.
Smyth Real Estate Apollo Bay - Holiday Rentals
Smyth Real Estate Apollo Bay is a locally owned business, operating in Apollo Bay since 1996. They provide all aspects of real estate management to Apollo Bay and surrounding communities.
Explore Events
Matty Orchard - Free Live Music at The Brewhouse
Visit the Great Ocean Road Brewhouse for a great night of free live music with Matt Orchard.
Annual
Dave Weston - Live Music at the Brewhouse
Dave Weston is a seasoned solo acoustic entertainer performing cover songs across a wide range of musical genres and eras, specific to any occasion.
Annual-
13 Mar 2021
20:30 - 23:30
The Beach Blokes - Free Live Music
Join for a big night with the laid-back combo, Tim Henwood and Matty Orchard, providing a turbocharged acoustic experience.
Annual-
20 Mar 202120:30 - 23:30
Justin Keenan - Free Live Music at the Brewhouse
Meet Justin Keenan. Justin is one of those musicians with a story to tell.
Annual-
27 Mar 202120:30 - 23:30
Apollo Bay Creatives Pop-Up & Art Exhibition
Apollo Bay Creatives Pop-Up presents handmade and textile design.
Biannual-
29 Mar 202110:00 - 17:00
Kieser Great Ocean Road Running Festival
The Kieser Great Ocean Road Running Festival from Saturday, 15 May to Sunday, 16 May 2021 offers one of the most spectacular marathons...
Annual-
15 May 2021
