Apollo Bay is situated about 3 hours drive along the Great Ocean Road, South West of Victoria’s capital, Melbourne. Apollo Bay is a small township between the Southern Ocean and the Otway Ranges. It is the starting point for the world famous Great Ocean Walk, a 104 kilometre trek, that takes in the nearby Cape Otway and 12 Apostles. During whale season from May to October, Southern Right whales come to breed but you can also see a wide variety of other types.
Apollo Bay is an excellent place to base yourself whilst visiting nearby attractions. It offers a wide variety of accommodation options to suit all needs.
Things to do
See nature at it’s best around Apollo Bay.
The 12 Apostles are just 1 1/4 hour scenic drive from your Apollo Bay base.
Location
News
- Director of Good Life Real Estate in Apollo Bay, Trish Goodlet, said she had noticed an increase in homes used for short-stay accommodation being put …
- … Apollo Bay SLSC, describing the exercises as "incredibly beneficial" for all involved.She added the team is already planning Gippsland's 2027 …
- … Easter Saturday afternoon at Eagles Nest Fine Art Gallery, based in Apollo Bay. Guests at the opening included […]


