South West Attractions

Cape Nelson State Park (Attraction)
Cape Nelson Rd, Portland, Victoria 3305, Australia

Spectacular coastal cliffs, diverse bird life, picturesque walks and picnic areas, and the unusual Soap Mallee (Eucalyptus diversifolia) which is restricted to Cape Nelson in Victoria, are some of the attractions for visitors to the 243 hectares Cape Nelson State Park, 11 km south west of Portland along the Cape Nelson Road. Things to Do Sightseeing The Cape Nelson Lighthouse is ...

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Crawford River Regional Park (Attraction)
Princess Hwy, Hotspur, Victoria 3303, Australia

Things to see and do * Pleasure driving along 'The Boulevard', which follows the northern bank of the river, through forests of Brown Stringybark, Manna Gum and lush tree-fern lined gullies, is a beautiful way to discover the Park. * Camping at Hiscocks Crossing and picnicking along 'The Boulevard' is popular * Fishing is challenging, with species such as Redfin and Rainbow Trout to be caugh ...

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Dergholm State Park (Attraction)
Dergholm Chetwynd Rd, Dergholm, Victoria 3312, Australia

Set among rolling hills in Western Victoria, Dergholm State Park is a great place to bushwalk, picnic and enjoy a tranquil natural setting. The park has diverse vegetation communities including woodlands, open forests, undisturbed heaths and swamps, varied wildlife and geological features. Things to see and do * Enjoy spectacular spring wildflowers by day * At night, try a spotligh ...

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Discovery Bay Coastal Park (Attraction)
Bridgewater Lakes Rd, Cape Bridgewater, Victoria 3305, Australia

Discovery Bay Coastal Park is a majestic 50 km sweep of ocean beach, huge dunes, Aboriginal middens and coastal lakes. Things to Do * Attractions include freshwater lakes, massive dune systems, magnificent coastal cliffs, volcanic features and sweeping ocean beaches. * Outstanding features of Discovery Bay Coastal Park at Cape Bridgewater include a seal colony, blowholes, the "petrified fo ...

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Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village and Shipwrecked Sound and Laser Show (Attraction)
89 Merri St, Warrnambool, Victoria 3280, Australia

By Day - Flagstaff Hill Flagstaff Hill's is a maritime village built around the state heritage Lighthouse precinct on 10 acres, reflecting the rich maritime atmosphere of an 1870's coastal port. Flagstaff Hill is the ideal starting point to discover Warrnambool and the Shipwreck Coast. More than 180 ships have come to grief along the Shipwreck Coast, with much of this tragic history being docu ...

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Hamilton Art Gallery (Attraction)
107 Brown St, Hamilton, Victoria 3300, Australia

Hamilton Art Gallery, one of the finest galleries in Australia, is famous for its outstanding international collections of fine and decorative arts. * The fabulous Shaw Bequest featuring 800 items of exquisite English and European silver, glass, porcelain, miniatures and oriental ceramics reflects the collecting interests of Herbert and May Shaw of 'Kiama' near Hamilton. This generous bequest ma ...

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Lower Glenelg National Park (Attraction)
Princes Hwy, Winnap, Victoria 3304, Australia

Lower Glenelg National Park, 27,300 hectares in area, is situated in the south-western corner of Victoria. The Glenelg River is the central feature. Along the last part of its winding 400 kilometre path to the sea the river has carved a spectacular gorge up to 50 metres deep through limestone. River erosion and the action of rainwater have created some remarkable caves. These and the rich varie ...

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Mount Napier State Park (Attraction)
Murroa La, Byaduk North, Victoria 3300, Australia

Mount Napier State Park lies 20km to the north-east of Mount Eccles (260km south-west of Melbourne) and is dominated by Mount Napier, a true volcanic cone. Here one can stand on the edge of the most recently active volcano in Victoria and enjoy magnificent views from the Grampians to the sea. Things to see and do There is a walking track to the summit, which leads through the forest ...

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Mount Richmond National Park (Attraction)
Portland Nelson Rd, Gorae West, Victoria 3305, Australia

Mount Richmond is an extinct volcano surrounded by low, flat land. The volcano is covered with a layer of sand blown inland long ago from Discovery Bay. Forest, open heath and scattered swamps cover the park, which is noted for its flora and fauna. Things to Do The park is ideal for a picnic lunch. Use of private gas barbecues is encouraged, as is removal of any rubbish. There arealso a vari ...

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Port Fairy Day Spa (Attraction)
56 Bank St, Port Fairy, Victoria 3284, Australia

Experienced Staff, perfect location and exceptional facilities ensure your time at the Port Fairy Day Spa will be of total indulgence and bliss. Our 5 star day spa features an indoor heated saltwater pool with hydrotherapy massage jets, dual geisha tubs, pedispa, large gift shop, hair salon, seven wet/dry rooms including a dual room. The Port Fairy Day Spa uses Pevonia Botanica skin care pro ...

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Portland Maritime Discovery Centre (Attraction)
Lee Breakwater Rd, Portland, Victoria 3305, Australia

Step inside the rib cage of our Sperm Whale skeleton. Unfold the history of Victoria's birthplace through Portland's images of the past. Explore treasures from the shipwreck trail. Discovery your links with the sea. Unfold a wealth of activities available at our regional visitor information centre. ...

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Portland Powerhouse Motor and Car Museum (Attraction)
corner Percy and Glenelg St, Portland, Victoria 3305, Australia

Motor car and motor museum contains 30 motor cars and many engines to view. There is a sectioned grey Holden motor attached to an electric motor and pushbutton. A sectioned "Wankel" Rotary motor is also on display and connected to an electric motor and button as well. ...

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Tower Hill State Game Reserve (Attraction)
Princes Hwy, Tower Hill, Victoria 3283, Australia

Things to Do There are five self-guided walks at Tower Hill, each with a different theme. * Peak Climb (orientation and geology - 30 mins, steep) * Lava Tongue Boardwalk (wetlands - 30 mins, easy) * Hat Island Habitat Track (revegetation - 45 mins, easy) * Whurrong Walk (Aboriginal foods - 1 hour, easy) * Journey to the Last Volcano (geology - 1 ...

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Tower Hill State Reserve (Attraction)
Princes Highway, Tower Hill, Victoria 3283, Australia

Tower Hill State Game Reserve sits inside an extinct volcano and is a haven for wildlife and water birds. There are over 200 kangaroos and koalas in this tiny crater-bound eco system, many living around the visitor car park, as well as kangaroos, emus, echidnas and wallabies and water birds. Boardwalks, nesting boxes and a bird hide have been constructed to assist bird watchers. Visit Tower Hill's ...

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Whale Watching (Attraction)
Great Ocean Road, Warrnambool, Victoria 3280, Australia

Warrnambool is known as Victoria's southern right whale nursery. Most years between June and September, female southern right whales return to the waters of Logans Beach near Warrnambool to calve. The whales often swim within 100 metres of the shore and can be viewed from a specially constructed platform in the sand dunes or from the beach. In summer southern right whales live in the sub-Antarctic ...

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