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THE NATURAL WONDER OF BUSH, BEACH AND WATERFALLS
Set between the sparkling waters of Loutit Bay and the majesty of the Otway National Park, Lorne is a spectacular and refreshing place, where the bush meets the beach.
An ideal spot to stop and enjoy on the journey, offering a great range of places to eat and drink, quality accommodation, unique specialty retail and attractions and all the magnificence that is the Otway National Park stretching beyond.
During the whale watching season (from May to September), Lorne is prime spot to capture a glimpse of these amazing sea creatures showing off.
WATERFALLS
With more than 10 waterfalls within 10 kilometres of Lorne, there are plenty of amazing natural wonders to discover.
Waterfalls include Erskine Falls, Henderson Falls, Phantom Falls, Upper and Lower Kalimna Falls, Sheoak Falls with Swallow Cave and the Cora Lynn Cascades. For the endless waterfall chasers, there are beautiful cascades all around the region to explore, so get chasing with our waterfalls guide.
HISTORY & HERITAGE
Lorne's newest attraction is the Great Ocean Road Heritage Centre, located within the Lorne Visitor Information Centre. The displays and exhibits tell the full historical story of the Great Ocean Road - the story unknown by many - which will make your visit to the region even more rich.
TEDDY'S LOOKOUT
With views of Bass Straight and the Great Ocean Road, Teddy's Lookout is a view not to be missed. And around the corner, you will find stunning waterfalls like the mesmerising Erskine Falls.
ART & CULTURE
If the arts is your thing, you'll feel quite at home with Lorne, which boasts a spirited arts community. Lorne is home to the long celebrated Falls Music Festival and Lorne Festival of The Performing Arts. Pop into Qdos Arts to check out constantly changing exhibits and outdoor sculpture park, or visit in March for the Lorne Sculpture Biennale, when up to 40 works are exhibited along the foreshore.
PICNIC & BBQ AREAS
BLANKET LEAF – Erskine Falls Road
Toilets, wood BBQ's, picnic tables and information board.
SHEOAK PICNIC AREA – Allenvale Road
Toilets, free gas BBQ's under shelter, picnic tables and information.
LORNE FORESHORE
Toilets, free gas BBQ's under shelter and picnic tables.
NORTH LORNE – Great Ocean Road North
Toilets, free gas BBQ's under shelter and picnic table.
SCOTCHMANS HILL (the point)
Toilets, free gas BBQ's and picnic tables.
SHELLY BEACH – Great Ocean Road South
Picnic table, toilet block and free gas BBQ's, (in the carpark between the Pier and Shelly beach).
Where To Stay
Cumberland Lorne
Cumberland Lorne is located in the heart of the vibrant seaside town of Lorne on the spectacular Great Ocean Road in Victoria, one hour and 15 minutes from Avalon International...
Lorne Holiday Stays
At Lorne Holiday Stays, they offer their guests stunning holiday homes and apartments on the Great Ocean Road’s most popular tourist town, Lorne.
Around About Lorne
Around About Lorne Studios has the best of both worlds, bush and beach. Located in the picturesque town of Lorne, Around About Lorne is a place to refresh, relax and...
Lorne Coachman Inn
The Lorne Coachman Inn is conveniently situated in a peaceful setting on the northern end of Lorne.
Serendipity
Inspired contemporary architecture, an abundance of natural materials and ocean views that will simply take your breath away.
My Lorne Cottage (Minapre)
This charming cottage and artist studio is located 5 mins drive from Lorne and the Great Ocean Road
It’s very light and airy overlooking bush with slight ocean views
The cottage has a downstairs Artists studio perfect space for writers illustrators ,composers or painters to enjoy a private retreat and have the freedom to create or just enjoy your favourite book !!
With 2 bedrooms and a generous living space large deck this cottage is a very comfortable and appealing holiday destination,
What To See and Do
Lorne Holiday Stays
At Lorne Holiday Stays, they offer their guests stunning holiday homes and apartments on the Great Ocean Road’s most popular tourist town, Lorne.
Go Ride A Wave - Lorne
When you join a surfing lesson with Go Ride A Wave, you are learning to surf with Australia's largest and most professional learn to surf organisation.
Saltair Day Spa Lorne
Australia's First BABOR Concept Spa, designed in Germany, located in the main street of Lorne. Discover world class skincare, heavenly massages and day spa packages.
Great Ocean Road Tours COVID 19 Special
There will be light after lockdown! To celebrate this, Great Ocean Road Tours are offering 1a 15% discount on all tours
Beachouse Gifts
Beachouse Gifts has a wide range of gifts and homewares to choose from, we can cater for all your home and holiday requirements and much more. No matter what your budget we will be able to find a gift to suit that special occasion.
Precious Creatures
Precious Creatures, a children's clothing and toy store, opened its doors in 2005. In the years that followed the store expanded to include a full range of kid's sizes housing...
What's On
Around the region
Amy's Great Ocean Road Gran Fondo
Catering to cyclists of all abilities Amy's Great Ocean Road Gran Fondo is held on fully closed roads in one of the most...
Annual-
24 Oct 2021
06:00 - 16:00
Lorne Sculpture Biennale
The Lorne Sculpture Biennale (LSB) is a vibrant festival celebrating the best of Australian and international sculpture.
Biennial-
30 Oct 2021
Eat and Drink
Lorne Cellarbrations
Lorne Cellarbrations, one of the largest independent retail liquor brands in Australia and part of a family of over 500 stores nationally.
HAH Lornebeach
HAH Lornebeach Located right on the Lorne beach on the Great Ocean Road, Lorne's newest and healthiest alternative for the relaxed or active lifestyle is HAH Lornebeach cafe.
Ipsos Restaurant & Bar
Alex and Dominic Talimanidis grew up on the kitchen floor of this restaurant when the premises was operated as Kostas Taverna by the Talimanidis family from 1976 until 2003.
Coda Lorne
Coda Lorne is located at the Lorne Hotel. Set on the third level of the hotel, you will find both amazing views of the Great Ocean Road and Lorne streetscape...
Lorne Hotel
Situated in the main street of Lorne directly opposite the beach, the Lorne Hotel offers the perfect relaxed dining experience in the Ocean View Bistro, or the Rooftop Beer Garden.
Great Ocean Road Bakery
Great Ocean Road Bakery is the perfect stop for an early breakfast or lunch with their freshly made sandwiches and salad rolls ready to go.
