Top Things to do in Great Ocean Road
10 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Great Ocean Road That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Great Ocean Road, Australia including Mystery In The Trees, Bunyip Sculpture, Twelve Apostles Marine National Park, Great Ocean Road, Our Story Water Tower Mural, Teddy's Lookout, The F Project, Anglesea Art House, Warrnambool Breakwater, Gibsons Steps.
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1. Mystery In The Trees
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
Eagle-eyed visitors to the Warrnambool CBD may notice that strange creatures have begun appearing in the trees. Warrnambool artist Gary McCosh has created and hidden 20 Australian animals, a project dubbed Mystery in the Trees. The animals range from a 60cm thorny dragon to a 7m python, with a mixture of Australian wildlife. Follow the cryptic clues to find them all?
2. Bunyip Sculpture
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By BeckandSteven - Melbourne, Australia
If you have ever inquired of someone "What chance do I have?" only to have them answer "You've Got Two Chances, Buckley's and None" you may be interested as to how this marvellous Sculpture located in Aireys Inlet has links to the origins of that famous saying. [The Man Whose Chance You Have]: In the year 1803 a man named William Buckley was deported from England bound for a convict settlement near Sorrento in Victoria. Facing prison in an unknown land the young man in his twenties was not prepared to relinquish his freedom. Escaping into the surrounding bushlands accompanied by two others, records indicate that his companions found the going too tough, consequently turning back shorty thereafter. William perservered, wandering through the harsh bushland, dehydrated & barely sustaining himself via means of shellfish & berries. Fortunately for Buckley the region was home to the Wathaurong People whom befriended him. Treated with respect & ultimately fondness the tribe provided him with immense assistance, shared their food & taught him about all aspects of their culture. History records William had two wifes & at least one child, remaining with his Wathaurong family for thirty two years. As if the tale of this escaped convict whom became known as the "Wild White Man" isn't already fascinating enough, when we add Williams assertions that had seen Bunyip's on many an occasion the adventure takes on an even wider dimension. This leads nicely into us now considering the artist behind this magnificent monument in its own right. [Buckleys Bunyip meets artist & musician Jeff Raglus]: Situated at the entrance to the Allen Noble Sanctuary this ingenious statue was designed & carved by Jeff Raglus whom many may be familiar with as a result of his designs for famous brand Mambo. [ Alex Lorenzi worked alongside Jeff in the design & carving of this commissioned artwork.] It is understood that the inspiration for the art work was drawn from the story of William Buckley & the structure celebrates his amazing tale of survival & in particular refers to his claims that he had seen a Bunyip. The glorious natural beauty of the wetlands was not lost upon the artist either & visitors will enjoy discovering the additional numerous features such as bird life, insects, weather, myths as well as the history of the wetlands in which the sculpture sits. Jeff Raglus has an extensive range of talents. He is described as a multi instrumental musician, visual artist, author of children's books & sculptor just to name a few. His timber sculptures are initially carved using three chainsaws, before he then hammers away with Swiss chisels before, finally, painting the work. My husband & I absolutely loved experiencing this monument up close & it was delightful to discover all of the little nooks & crannies throughout this fabulous old tree. The natural grains & bends of the trunk have been cleverly used to the best advantage and a wealth of layers & grooves highlight a wide variety of tiny scenes. The colours are vibrant & are complemented by means of the surrounding wetlands that it draws upon. [Summary]: Located at the entrance of the Allen Noble Sanctuary in Aireys Inlet the Sculpture is easy to access & if you combine a trip to check out Buckleys Bunyip with a relaxing walk around the wetlands we are sure that you will find it a very enjoyable experience. The Bark Hut Reserve & Playground along with the Split Point Lighthouse are also nearby so for those planning a trip to either of those sites can easily include a stop to "meet" a couple of local legends - the wonderfully eccentric William Buckley & his often companion, the very elusive Australian Bunyip!
3. Twelve Apostles Marine National Park
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5.0 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By nonchoi
This is really amazing natural place. Wonderful views, great ocean waves and stunning rock formations. I recommend the sunset time there, but I would stay for more than a day to avoid crowds.
4. Great Ocean Road
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5.0 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By RobandMaryJean
This a bucket-list type of trip - but don't just visit the Twelve Apostles. See Loch Ard Gorge, London Bridge (now an arch), The Arch, the Bay of Martyrs, the Bay of Islands and Childers Cove - as well as Bells Beach, Lorne and other stops on the way to Port Campbell. Also, add in visits to the Grampians and Ballarrat if you can.
5. Our Story Water Tower Mural
6. Teddy's Lookout
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4.5 based on 662 reviews
Reviewed By RobSwindon69 - Crewkerne, United Kingdom
Only 5 minutes or so off the Great Ocean Road with a small car park and very short walk to the lookout point which offers a stunning view of the coastline and Great Ocean Road. Worth combining with Erskine Falls which is only a short drive away.
7. The F Project
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4.5 based on 11 reviews
The Artery is Warrnambool's newest arts hub. It combines a beautiful gallery space with a shop stocking artists' jewellery, prints, cards, paintings, sculptures, soft furnishings and accessories. It is also a home to 33 artist studios and a regular schedule of creative workshops. This is an F-Project initiative to help artists develop their careers while encouraging art engagement in the community
8. Anglesea Art House
9. Warrnambool Breakwater
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4.5 based on 155 reviews
Reviewed By ET3121 - Greater Melbourne, Australia
As a kid we use to visit an aquarium located here. The aquarium is long gone but the Breakwater is still a must see spot in Warrnambool. Watching the waves crash is hypnotic and a popular activity for generations
10. Gibsons Steps
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4.5 based on 327 reviews
Reviewed By beno2028 - Warilla, Australia
The Gibson steps have a gate approximately 100 metre down the stair case which was locked on our visit and as it is only safe to assess the beach at low tide and in good weather I can only assume this was down for safety reasons. However you can still get a good view despite the gate closure
