Warrnambool
Warrnambool is nestled into the rising contour of Victoria's south-west coast amid green dairying country and overlooking the deep blue of the Southern Ocean. Warrnambool has had a long and colourful history linked with the sea with marvellous beaches that attract crowds during warmer months. In the cooler parts of the year, the beach is a great place to stroll with interesting coastal features, including Pickering Point, Thunder Point and Point Ritchie around the mouths of the Merri and Hopkins rivers.
Warrnambool is known as Victoria's Southern Right Whale nursery. These giants return to Logan's Beach every May to October and can often be seen just 100 metres off the shore.
The city has a thriving arts and events scene, excellent restaurants serving the best and freshest local produce and a relaxed café scene, most evident at the bottom end of Liebig Street.
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Visit Logans Beach whale nursery to see giant southern right whales and their calves (usually June September).
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Visit this re-created nineteenth century port, and experience "Shipwrecked", the stunning sound and laser show.
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See koalas, kangaroos, emus and abundant birdlife at this beautiful wildlife haven nestled inside an extinct volcano.
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Follow the Shipwreck Trail and discover the treacherous history of the coastline between Moonlight Head and Nelson.
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Visit these icon's of the Great Ocean Road, majestic limetone rock stacks towering above the Southern Ocean.
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Enjoy a swim in the clear water, surf the waves, cast a line offshore or walk or ride along the beach at sunset.
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Events
- Grand Annual Sprintcar Classic - January
- Sungold Field Days, Allansford - February
- Warrnambool Racing Carnival - May
- Fun 4 Kids Festival - June - July
- Shipwreck Coast Golf Classic - August
How to get there
Warrnambool is located 270 kilometres west of Melbourne. Travel by car via the Princes Highway or Great Ocean Road. Daily rail or coach services are available from Melbourne.
