A welcoming Aboriginal cultural space operated by the Wathaurong Aboriginal Co‑operative. Visitors can explore local art, stories, and traditions of the Wadawurrung people while enjoying a peaceful connection to Country.

The centre also offers unique wildlife moments, with opportunities to see and photograph real emus and wallabies in a calm, natural setting. These animals hold cultural significance and add a memorable, highlight to any visit.

FREE ENTRY

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Barwon Bluff is one of the Bellarine’s most dramatic coastal viewpoints, where rugged cliffs drop into swirling ocean and the Barwon River meets the sea. The lookout platforms offer sweeping views across the surf, rocky reefs and distant headlands, making it a favourite stop for photographers and sightseers. It’s an easy, accessible spot with big scenery and that classic wild‑coast atmosphere.

QUEENSCLIFF

Nestled on the Bellarine Peninsula near Point Lonsdale and the gateway to Port Phillip Bay, Queenscliff is a beloved seaside escape that draws visitors from across the globe. With its endless array of attractions— Queenscliff offers something for every kind of Visitor.

First gazetted on 12 May 1862, the town retains a distinct 19th-century charm, reflected in its grand hotels, stately public buildings, and quaint fishermen’s cottages. While today it thrives as a vibrant holiday destination, Queenscliff once played a pivotal military role. By the 1880s, it had become the most heavily fortified site in the Southern Hemisphere, guarding the bay’s entrance with imposing defences.

At the heart of town stands the Vue Grand Hotel, built in 1881—a striking landmark on Hesse Street, where heritage shopfronts and century-old architecture create a streetscape steeped in history.

To the east of Wharf Street lies  Queenscliff Harbour, a vibrant waterfront precinct dotted with working wharves and home to a small fleet of fishing vessels. Alongside its maritime activity, the harbour features a lively retail strip, where cafés and restaurants serve up local fare with sweeping views across the water.

Rising above it all is a striking 30-metre navigation tower, a modern beacon guiding vessels into Port Phillip Bay. At its summit, an observation deck offers visitors breathtaking, uninterrupted panoramas of Queenscliff, the surrounding coastline, and the vast expanse of the bay.

FREE Entry to Tower. LIFT TO THE TOP.

🌊 Queenscliff South Pier.

Stretching gracefully into the waters of Port Phillip Bay, Queenscliff South Pier is a beloved spot for strolling, fishing, and soaking up coastal views. With its heritage-listed shelter shed and panoramic outlook across the bay, the pier offers a peaceful vantage point to watch ferries glide past, seabirds wheel overhead, and the tides shift with the rhythm of the sea.

• Great for photography, with views of Swan Island, the Rip, and passing ships.

Point Lonsdale Lighthouse—also known as the Point Lonsdale Signal Station—marks the eastern tip of the Bellarine Peninsula. Perched on a rugged headland, it overlooks The Rip, a notorious stretch of water where Bass Strait meets Port Phillip Bay. Widely regarded as one of the world’s most treacherous navigable passages, The Rip forms the sole seaborne gateway to Melbourne, making the lighthouse a vital guardian of maritime safety for over a century.

The Ozone shipwreck looms out of the shallows like a rusted giant, its twisted iron ribs rising from the water as a stark reminder of Victoria’s wild maritime past. Once a proud paddle steamer, it now sits half‑claimed by the sea, battered by tides and time. From the shoreline you can feel the history in the air — the eerie silhouette, the crashing waves, the sense of a story frozen mid‑wreck. It’s one of the Bellarine’s most hauntingly beautiful coastal scenes and an unforgettable photo stop.

Perched on the northern edge of the Bellarine Peninsula, just 29 kilometres from Geelong, Portarlington is a charming coastal town with a rich cultural tapestry. Behind the township, gently undulating hills cradle vineyards and olive groves, creating a scenic backdrop that offers sweeping, panoramic views across Port Phillip Bay.  The Pier offers amazing photo opportunities. ( Local Market Day)