Anglesea

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Anglesea showing a bay or harbor and a beach as well as a large group of people
Anglesea showing kayaking or canoeing and a river or creek as well as an individual child
Anglesea featuring a beach as well as a large group of people
Anglesea
Anglesea featuring a sandy beach and rocky coastline
Situated on the Great Ocean Road where the Anglesea River meets the sea, this coastal town is known for its rare wildflowers, great surf and wildlife.

Explore family-friendly beaches, surf the renowned breaks, play a round of golf with a mob of kangaroos or relax in a casual oceanfront café in Anglesea, a seaside town in Victoria’s Great Ocean Road region. Anglesea’s sweeping, sandy main beach makes it a popular getaway for families, while the surf beach, golf course, stunning nature reserves and scenic headland trails will be sure to delight anyone looking for an active escape on Victoria’s Surf Coast.

Anglesea is an ideal spot for a day at the beach. Pack a picnic, towels, sun protection and a surfboard and head down to the town’s Main Beach, which has a wide sandy section at the shallow tidal river mouth. Pick a spot on the expanse of sand and settle in for the day. This beach is home to the Anglesea Surf Life Saving Club, which patrols Main Beach and the nearby Point Roadknight Beach during the summer period. A section of Main Beach features gentle breaks, ideal for beginner surfers. More experienced surfers might want to check out the bigger swells further north or south of town.

Discover Anglesea’s beautiful eucalyptus forests and coastal wilderness on a network of well-signposted nature trails. Begin the 1-hour Point Addis Koorie Cultural Walk at nearby Point Addis to learn about the heritage and culture of the area’s local Aboriginal people. This spot is also popular launching spot for hang-glider tours. At the Anglesea Golf Club, you can see eastern grey kangaroos grazing on the fairways at dawn or dusk.

Enjoy a barbecue lunch at one of the picnic areas dotted along Anglesea’s oceanfront Coastal Reserve and Coogoorah Park. Find cafés, restaurants, boutique stores and surf shops along Anglesea’s main streets.

Nestled in between Torquay and Aireys Inlet, Anglesea is the first stop heading southwest on the Great Ocean Road from the road’s official start at Torquay. Spend a day or a week exploring Anglesea’s nature trails and scenic beaches. Visit in summer for great beach conditions or in spring to spot beautiful native Australian wildflowers, including rare orchids.

Great Ocean Road Resort
Great Ocean Road Resort
4 out of 5
105 Great Ocean Road, Anglesea, VIC
The price is P6,489 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
P6,489
P7,138 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 17 - Mar 18
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Anglesea. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (936 reviews)
"The Great Ocean Road Resort was very nice. While we only stayed one night, everything about the facility was exceptional except the rather tight parking near our unit which was only a very minor issue."

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2025

Great Ocean Road Resort
Anglesea Family Caravan Park
Anglesea Family Caravan Park
2 out of 5
35 Cameron Road, Anglesea, VIC
The price is P6,630 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
P6,630
P7,292 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Book a stay at this beach mobile home in Anglesea. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Edna Bowman Nature Conservation ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (296 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, clean comfortable cabin and Netflix"

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2025

Anglesea Family Caravan Park
Anglesea Riverside Motel
Anglesea Riverside Motel
2.5 out of 5
109 Great Ocean Rd, Anglesea, VIC
The price is P5,408 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
P5,408
P5,949 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 17 - Mar 18
Stay at this motel in Anglesea. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Coogoorah Park and Anglesea Surf Beach are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (58 reviews)
"Very clean. Very comfortable."

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2025

Anglesea Riverside Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Great Ocean Road Resort
Great Ocean Road Resort
4 out of 5
105 Great Ocean Road, Anglesea, VIC
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Anglesea. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (936 reviews)
"The Great Ocean Road Resort was very nice. While we only stayed one night, everything about the facility was exceptional except the rather tight parking near our unit which was only a very minor issue."

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2025

Great Ocean Road Resort
Anglesea Family Caravan Park
Anglesea Family Caravan Park
2 out of 5
35 Cameron Road, Anglesea, VIC
Book a stay at this beach mobile home in Anglesea. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Edna Bowman Nature Conservation ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (296 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, clean comfortable cabin and Netflix"

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2025

Anglesea Family Caravan Park
Cumberland Lorne Resort
Cumberland Lorne Resort
4.5 out of 5
150 Mountjoy Parade, Lorne, VIC
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Lorne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,987 reviews)
"sea view, just walk down special secret stairs and you are in the middle of Lorne’s bustle. The only thing is pool was boarded off and not available for kids."

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2025

Cumberland Lorne Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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