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Port Campbell

Australia

Best things to do in Port Campbell

21 curated attractions in Port Campbell, Australia. Handpicked for every kind of traveler.

Best time

December - February

Average temp

20°C/68°F

Budget

Expensive

Safety

Very safe

About Port Campbell

Port Campbell is a small coastal village on the Great Ocean Road, drawing visitors for its proximity to some of Australia's most famous natural landmarks. The Twelve Apostles, a collection of limestone stacks rising from the southern ocean, are the main attraction, while the nearby Loch Ard Gorge tells a shipwreck story with dramatic cliffs and sea caves. The town itself is quaint, with a jetty for fishing and a few eateries, but it exists primarily to serve tourists eager to see the geological wonders that line the coast. If you're in the area, the Great Ocean Road is the reason to be here, but don't expect much else: when the sun sets on the cliffs, the village is quiet enough to hear the waves.

Who it's for

Ideal for anyone with a strong penchant for geological formations and coastal scenery. A poor choice for those looking for nightlife or extensive dining options, as the village caters to the day-tripper crowd and can empty out as the sun goes down.

Getting around

Public transport: Poor

  • Walking from the jetty to the Twelve Apostles takes about an hour, but that's mostly the coastline, so be prepared
  • The local bus service is infrequent and not reliable for tourists
  • A car is the best way to access nearby attractions, as they are spread out along the coast
  • Melbourne is a three-hour drive away, making it a popular day trip stop
Great Ocean Road

Great Ocean Road

Coastal walks & sea cliffs
Port Campbell Discovery Walk

Port Campbell Discovery Walk

Natural Wonders
The Blowhole

The Blowhole

Rivers, canyons & gorges
Thunder Cave

Thunder Cave

Caves & cenotes
Erskine Falls

Erskine Falls

Nature
Loch Ard Gorge

Loch Ard Gorge

Rivers, canyons & gorges
Port Campbell National Park

Port Campbell National Park

National parks & nature reserves
Bay of Islands

Bay of Islands

Beaches
Bay of Martyrs

Bay of Martyrs

Beaches
12 Apostles

12 Apostles

Natural Wonders
Shipwreck Lookout

Shipwreck Lookout

Scenic viewpoints
Go Ride A Wave - Anglesea

Go Ride A Wave - Anglesea

Adventure
Tom and Eva Lookout

Tom and Eva Lookout

Scenic viewpoints
The Razorback

The Razorback

Coastal walks & sea cliffs
Childers Cove

Childers Cove

Natural Wonders
Gibson Steps

Gibson Steps

Coastal walks & sea cliffs
The Grotto

The Grotto

Caves & cenotes
The Twelve Apostles

The Twelve Apostles

Coastal walks & sea cliffs
London Arch (formerly London Bridge)

London Arch (formerly London Bridge)

Coastal walks & sea cliffs
Port Campbell Jetty

Port Campbell Jetty

Canals, harbours & waterfronts
The Arch

The Arch

Scenic viewpoints

Where to eat in Port Campbell

The places worth planning a meal around.

Port Campbell Hotel

Port Campbell Hotel

Modern Australian · $20–$40

★ 4.3 · 1,179 reviews

REAL Pizza

REAL Pizza

Italian · $20–$40

★ 4.2 · 569 reviews

So and Piglets Brewery

So and Piglets Brewery

Modern Australian · $20–$40

★ 4.0 · 541 reviews

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