Local Attractions

There’s plenty to see nearby:

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  Cape Otway Lightstation

  Built in 1848, the oldest surviving lighthouse on the Australian mainland is now open to the public. Climb up the lighthouse, visit the original lighthouse keepers quarters or the historic Telegraph Station. An educational program known as KIDZONE is available for school groups and gives a fantastic day’s entertainment and learning for students. Guides are available to lead groups around the precinct and describe historical details of life and hardships at the lighthouse.

  Visit the Cape Otway Lightstation website.

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  Flagstaff Hill

  A reconstructed maritime village that recreates life in a seaside town during the 1800’s with many displays and buildings of the era. Home to the beautiful Loch Ard Peacock—a porcelain sculpture salvaged from a shipwreck in 1878 and now on permanent display

  Visit the Flagstaff Hill website.

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  Tower Hill

  Kangaroos, emus and koalas abound in this volcanic crater that now provides a home to wildlife and a large range of waterbirds. Aboriginal interpretation is available at Tower Hill through the Worn Gundidj cooperative. Staff can guide students on a range of topics including Music and Language, Traditional Games, Hunting and Gathering or Traditional Dance. A beautiful and interesting spot to visit.

  Visit the Tower Hill website.

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  Otway Fly

  Perched high in the rainforest tree tops of Victoria’s Otway Ranges the Otway Fly provides a unique walk within the Canopy of the exquisitely beautiful beech myrtle forest.

  Visit the Otway Fly website.