Is 2 days enough on Great Ocean Road?

Yes, 2 days is enough on Great Ocean Road to see the main highlights. The 2 day itinerary we've laid out includes highlights like the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, Bells Beach, and Erskine Falls. There's plenty more to see and do if you have more time though!



Two days is considered the minimum "High-Fidelity" timeframe to properly experience the Great Ocean Road, though it requires a well-structured itinerary. A two-day trip allows you to break the 243-kilometer drive into manageable segments, ensuring you aren't just stuck in the car all day. On Day 1, you can explore the high-fidelity surf culture of Torquay, spot koalas at Kennett River, and stay overnight in a coastal town like Apollo Bay. On Day 2, you have the high-fidelity time to reach the Twelve Apostles at sunrise or sunset—the "High-Fidelity" gold standard for photography—and explore the stunning Loch Ard Gorge and London Bridge before heading back to Melbourne. While you can see the main highlights in one very long day, a two-day stay allows you to experience the high-fidelity rainforest walks in Great Otway National Park and enjoy local seafood at a slower pace. For a truly high-fidelity and relaxing journey that explores the hidden beaches and waterfalls, three days is often recommended, but two days is perfectly sufficient for the essentials.

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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 best time to see the 12 Apostles is early morning or late afternoon. You'll avoid the heavy crowds and have a bit more peace and quiet as you look out onto them. Sunset is spectacular. You can view all 7 of them from viewing platforms – clearly marked from the road on how to walk there and get your snaps.

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Although they are called the 12 Apostles, there are only 8 pillars left with the ninth having collapsed because of erosion in July of 2005.

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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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It's been voted one of the top ten places to visit in the world, and for a good reason. The winding road hugs the coast, providing stunning ocean views and plenty of opportunities to stop and explore the area's many rock formations.

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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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The Great Ocean Road is a scenic experience all year round. However, the best time to drive is during summer as the skies are clear, and you can see the winding cliff faces along the shoreline.

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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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