Torquay

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Torquay showing a sandy beach and a bay or harbor as well as a large group of people
Torquay
Torquay
Torquay featuring a bay or harbor as well as a large group of people
Torquay
The Great Ocean Road gets straight down to business at its official starting point: the surfing capital of Victoria and its world-famous breaks, contests and museum.

Take the plunge in Torquay, the birthplace of Australian surf culture as we know it today. The town gained worldwide acclaim when it launched iconic surf brands Rip Curl and Quiksilver, and its barreling breaks set the scene for international surf championships every year. Check the swell for yourself or watch the professionals from the beach. Pick up the latest surfwear items at Torquay’s extensive shopping mall or learn about the history of Australian surfing at the museum. Explore the gorgeous coastline and find secret coves and wave-lashed bluffs on a foreshore hike or settle in at one of the town’s cozy pubs and cafés.

Torquay’s main draw is its trusty surf spot, Bells Beach. Renowned as the heartland of Australian surfing, seasoned surfers flock to its notorious right-hander and reef breaks. Watch the action from the cliff-top parking lot and enjoy panoramic coastal views. Every Easter, Bells Beach hosts the internationally prized Rip Curl Pro event.

If you’re feeling inspired, be sure to visit Surf City Plaza to check out a range of stores retailing top-of-the-range surf gear. Check out the Australian National Surfing Museum and learn about the history of the sport in Australia. You’ll see the National Surfing Hall of Fame, as well as a collection of interactive displays. Now that you’re ready to try out the waves for yourself, book a surfing lesson at one of the nearby beaches. Go swimming at the sheltered beach that fronts the town and enjoy views of the pretty pine-studded foreshore.

Follow Torquay’s stunning coastline via one of the foreshore walking tracks. Hike along the Surf Coast Walk or stroll up to Yellow Bluff and Point Danger. Near to Point Danger, you’ll find a selection of shops, cafés and restaurants, as well as the town pub.

Torquay is a 90-minute drive southwest of Melbourne and is the official starting point of the Great Ocean Road. Visit in summer for fantastic beach weather or in winter to watch the surfing pros at work. Experience Australian surf culture firsthand in the historic town of Torquay.

The Sands Torquay
The Sands Torquay
4 out of 5
2 Sands Boulevarde, Torquay, VIC
The price is P6,901 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
P6,901
P7,592 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (391 reviews)
"Clean spacious room easy parking and easy dining options"

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2025

The Sands Torquay
Wyndham Resort Torquay
Wyndham Resort Torquay
4 out of 5
100 The Esplanade, Torquay, VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P7,668 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
P7,668
P8,435 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 27 - Feb 28
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Great Pool
"Enjoyed the stay, was value for money for the off season. Not sure I would want to pay three times the amount in the high season though. Enjoyed easy access to pool from the room. Enjoyed the facility overall. Pool was great."

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2025

Wyndham Resort Torquay
Torquay Tropicana Motel
Torquay Tropicana Motel
3.5 out of 5
2 Grossmans Road, Torquay, VIC
The price is P4,521 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
P4,521
P4,973 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Torquay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (863 reviews)
"Older style motel but comfortable and had everything you need."

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2025

Torquay Tropicana 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.
Torquay Foreshore Caravan Park
Torquay Foreshore Caravan Park
3 out of 5
35 Bell St, Torquay, VIC
Stay at this 3-star beach cabin in Torquay. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Front Beach and Torquay Golf Club are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (637 reviews)
"13/14th time I’ve stayed in the glamping tent/or pod. I’ve lost count. They are wonderful. Staff are amazing at check in, super friendly, any staff you see out in park, always happy and have a chat. Great location, hear the waves as you go to sleep in a queen size bed. I’ll be back."

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2025

Torquay Foreshore Caravan Park
Beachfront Cottages Torquay
Beachfront Cottages Torquay
4 out of 5
22 Pride Street, Torquay, VIC
Stay at this 4-star cottage in Torquay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Front Beach and Torquay Central Farmers Market ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews)
"Fantastic location so close to everything"

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2025

Beachfront Cottages Torquay
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! (932 reviews)
"Fairly new and clean. Good amenities (gym, pool, restaurant)walking distance to town. Room servicing left a bit to be desired. Bed made on one day of a three night stay. Fresh towels but not swept and tea and coffee not replenished."

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2025

Great Ocean Road 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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