Great Ocean Road, Australia: Travel Facts & Tips

Discover Great Ocean Road, Australia — Coastal cliffs + 12 Apostles.

•The Great Ocean Road is one of the world's longest coastal drives, stretching approximately 243 kilometers (151 miles) along the southern coast of Australia.
•The 12 Apostles, a collection of limestone stacks, were formed over 20 million years ago through erosion of the cliffs and stand up to 45 meters (148 feet) tall.
•The road was constructed by returned soldiers between 1919 and 1932, making it the world's largest war memorial, dedicated to those who served in World War I.
•The Great Ocean Road is home to the Great Otway National Park, which encompasses over 100 kilometers (62 miles) of walking tracks, ancient rainforests, and waterfalls.
•Loch Ard Gorge, named after the ship Loch Ard that sank in 1878, is a stunning natural formation along the Great Ocean Road, where 52 lives were lost, and only two survived.

Frequently Asked Questions

Coastal cliffs + 12 Apostles.

The best time to visit is Oct–Apr. Budget travelers typically spend $100-200 per day.

Great Ocean Road, Australia is located at coordinates -38.6806, 143.3906 in Australia.