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The Great Ocean Road

Victoria · Australia

8 story sections

Enjoy an included morning tea at the famous seaside town of Torquay.

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Contents

8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1The Great Ocean Road

    Welcome to the Great Ocean Road, a 'world-renowned scenic drive' that stretches for 243 kilometers along the 'rugged southeastern coast of Australia.' This 'legendary route' is far more than just a road; it is a 'cinematic…

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  2. 2Torquay — The Surfing Capital of Australia

    Your journey begins in 'Torquay,' the 'official starting point' for the Great Ocean Road and without a doubt the 'surfing capital of Australia.' This 'nice little surfing town' is the birthplace of world-famous brands like…

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  3. 3The Engineering Feat — Picks, Shovels, and TNT

    The construction of the Great Ocean Road was a 'monumental' engineering feat that 'took the soldiers 13 hard years' between '1919 and 1932.' As you drive the 'spectacular' bends, consider that this route was 'cut out' of the…

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  4. 4Wildlife Wonders — Koalas and Kangaroos

    The Great Ocean Road is 'teeming with an abundance of wildlife,' and spotting these 'cute animals' in their 'natural habitat' is a 'highlight' of any 'road trip.' Between the 'charming seaside towns,' look up among the…

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  5. 5The Otway Rainforest — A Lush Escape

    Leaving the 'rugged windswept coastline' for a while, the Great Ocean Road 'plunges into the heart of the uway ranges,' a world of 'dense rainforest' and 'lush' green landscapes. Here, you can find 'unexpected wonders' like the…

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  6. 6The Shipwreck Coast and the Limestone Icons

    The final section of the Great Ocean Road takes you along the 'Shipwreck Coast,' a stretch of 'rugged windswept coastline' 'notorious for shiprecks' due to its 'jagged limestone cliffs and rough seas.' This is where you find some…

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  7. 7Allensford and Warrnambool — The Journey's End

    While the 'official route for the Great Ocean Road concludes in Allensford,' most travelers 'recommend continuing to Warrnambool' just beyond. This 'charming seaside town' marks the 'symbolic' end of the '243 km' 'road trip of a…

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  8. 8Closing

    As you conclude your 243-kilometer journey along the Great Ocean Road, you carry with you a 'deep dive' into the heart of Australia’s 'striking natural beauty' and its 'fascinating history.' You have 'experienced' the 'unbridled…

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What is The Great Ocean Road?

The Great Ocean Road is a place in Victoria · Australia with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationVictoria · Australia
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates-38.3384, 144.3081
Last updated

Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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