Are the Twelve Apostles worth visiting?

The 12 Apostles are a collection of limestone stacks off the shore of Port Campbell, and the scenic sight has been the usual highlight of a Great Ocean Road tour. Not only because limestone formations are famous and iconic, but there must also be some compelling reasons why you should visit the 12 Apostles.



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The 12 Apostles is one of Australia's most iconic destinations, known for its stunning coastal views and captivating rock formations. This natural wonder is located in Port Campbell National Park and attracts travelers from all over the world.

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The main attraction is the twelve apostles, spend at least one hour here absorbing the view and taking Instagram worthy pictures. Then head to the Loch Ard Gorge bridge, just a 3-minute drive from the twelve apostles. There is a great history of the iconic location and its shipwreck.

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The 12 Apostles are made of animal skeletons Millions of years ago, the area surrounding the Great Ocean Road was covered by the ocean. The skeletons of billions of marine animals accumulated on the ocean floor and over time turned into the limestone from which the 12 Apostles are formed.

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How long does it take to drive the Great Ocean Road? You can drive the entire length of the Great Ocean Road in one long day (about 8 hours return), but we recommend splitting the journey up into a few days.

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The closest town to stay in with plenty of shops and cafes is Port Campbell. The 12 Apostles are part of the Port Campbell National Park, stretching over 30 kilometres along the coast from Princetown to Peterborough. The 12 Apostles are about halfway between Princetown, the closest town, and Port Campbell.

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If you cannot get a carpark at the steps, you can walk safely along the Great Ocean Walk to reach this area. It is narrow though, so wheelchairs and prams are not advised! The Gibson steps are closed at times due to high tide and unsafe conditions.

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What are the opening and closing times of the 12 Apostles? The Twelve Apostles lookouts and walkways are able to be viewed from dawn till dusk 365 days per year in fact many people stay till after sunset to view the little penguins returning to shore to their burrows below the main lookout.

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Jesus called twelve disciples. Mark 3:13-14 read, “And He went up on the mountain and summoned those whom He Himself wanted, and they came to Him. And He appointed twelve (whom He also named apostles) to be with Him and to send them out to preach.”

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Port Fairy is a coastal town in south-western Victoria, Australia. It lies on the Princes Highway in the Shire of Moyne, 28 kilometres west of Warrnambool and 290 kilometres west of Melbourne, at the point where the Moyne River enters the Southern Ocean.

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