Torquay.

What to do in Torquay Victoria Australia

Torquay curves around wide coastal bays, split between quiet residential streets, surf outlets along the Surf City strip, and a grassy foreshore. Days revolve around tide charts, morning swells, and leisurely post-swim lunches on Bell Street. It suits independent travellers who prefer sea air, coastal trails, and good coffee over polished resort luxury.

24 hours in Torquay Victoria Australia

Start with coffee on Gilbert Street, then walk the high cliff path to look over Bells Beach. Grab a flathead burger on the Esplanade for lunch, spend two hours swimming the calm water at Front Beach, and finish with a cold pale ale at Blackman's Brewery before dark. Select 1 Day above to see it.

2 days in Torquay Victoria Australia

A second day lets you explore the red clay cliffs of Point Addis and walk the bush tracks of the Ironbark Basin. Drive ten minutes inland to Bellbrae for a glass of local Pinot Noir, followed by wood-fired sourdough pizza back near the beach. Choose 2 Days to expand the plan.

3 days in Torquay Victoria Australia

With three days, venture south along the Great Ocean Road toward Anglesea and Aireys Inlet to see the Split Point Lighthouse. Take time for an unhurried morning at the Saturday farmers market, stocking up on local goat curd and crusty loaves for an afternoon clifftop picnic.

Torquay Victoria Australia itineraries by interest

• Surfing in Torquay Victoria Australia

  Watch the clean right-hand reef break at Bells Beach, paddle out at Jan Juc, or hire a longboard for gentler waves at Cosy Corner.

• Coastal Walks in Torquay Victoria Australia

  Follow the Surf Coast Walk over limestone bluffs, winding from Point Impossible past rocky shelves down to the Ironbark Basin forest.

• Local Seafood in Torquay Victoria Australia

  Order battered King George whiting, local gummy shark, or grilled Southern Rock lobster from fishmongers along the Esplanade.

• Coffee Culture in Torquay Victoria Australia

  Drink double-shot flat whites roasted locally by Cartel and Ocean Grind, served alongside sourdough crumpets in the town centre.

• Craft Breweries in Torquay Victoria Australia

  Sample crisp ocean-inspired pale ales and wood-fired pizzas at Blackman's Brewery or coastal sours at Sou'West Brewery in town.

• Wine & Vineyards in Torquay Victoria Australia

  Taste cool-climate Pinot Noir and dry Chardonnays at boutique cellar doors in nearby Bellbrae and the rolling Mount Duneed hills.

• Maritime History in Torquay Victoria Australia

  Browse vintage boards and original wetsuit patents at the Australian National Surfing Museum on Surf City Plaza.

• Beaches in Torquay Victoria Australia

  Swim the sheltered shallows of Torquay Front Beach or brave the rolling southern shorebreak across Jan Juc and Point Addis.

• Native Wildlife in Torquay Victoria Australia

  Spot eastern grey kangaroos grazing on the greens at Anglesea Golf Club, and watch for passing southern right whales off Point Danger.

• Markets & Produce in Torquay Victoria Australia

  Pick up local honey, heirloom berries, and sourdough loaves at the weekly Torquay Farmers Market held every Saturday morning.

• Day Trips in Torquay Victoria Australia

  Drive inland through the Otway rainforest to Erskine Falls, or cruise the winding asphalt of the Great Ocean Road toward Lorne.

• Bakeries & Cafes in Torquay Victoria Australia

  Line up for hot meat pies, flaky sausage rolls, and morning fruit pastries from bakeries tucked along Bell Street and Gilbert Street.