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SEE + DO
Noonyara Retreat Apollo Bay provides the perfect place to unwind and reconnect with nature.
There is much to see and do in this magical part of Australia on the Great Ocean Road: from the Otways, with serene walking trails and waterfalls, to the rugged coastline, beautiful bays and engaging community, flora, fauna and fungi.
Here are our favourite activities across the arts, food, nature, and wellness in this region.
Art
Suzette Jackson Studio
420 Great Ocean Road Apollo Bay
Suzette Jackson Studio is the ceramics and painting home of Suzette, also used for workshops and artist studio for Noonyara Retreat.
The studio is open at various times for open studio weekends and workshops, or by appointment.
Home to artists and writers, emerging and professional there is much to see and do in Apollo Bay and the surrounding region, from open studios, arts markets and annual art shows to musics and theatre productions.
Apollo Bay Arts Gallery - 21 Great Ocean Road Apollo Bay
Apollo Bay Art Show - Annual art show held Easter School Holidays
Apollo Bay Community Market [art stalls] - Community foreshore every Saturday morning
Apollo Bay WORDfest - Annual Literary Festival held last weekend of July
Food + Coffee
Apollo Bay Fishermen's Co-op
Fish'n'Chips - 18 Pascoe Street, Apollo Bay
Fish Market - 57 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay
The Fishermen’s Co-Op started seventy-five years ago when local fishermen banded together to find markets for produce from the Bass Strait including abalone, scallops, snapper, flake (or gummy shark) and our world-famous Southern Rock Lobster (crayfish). Boats today still bring their catch to us here at the last working fishing harbour on the Great Ocean Road.
Find some of the best coffee, wholesome produce, distillery, and cafes in Apollo Bay and along the great ocean road. From local organic and biodynamic foods, sourdough breads, pastries and pizzas to local coffee roasters, whiskery, brewery and gin distillers there is something for everyone. Here are some of our favourites.
Cup of Chino - cafe and organic grocer, featuring Hello Coffee - 1/20 Pascoe Street, Apollo Bay
Hello Coffee - local coffee roasters, Apollo Bay
Shelter Cafe - Market Lane coffee, and local foods, sourdough cakes and pizzas
12 Apostles Food Artisan Trail
Nature
Wildlife Wonders
475 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay
Experience the stunning, protected sanctuary that is Wildlife Wonders, brimming with native plants and wildlife to discover.
'Walk with Wildlife' tours run daily and special 'Dusk Discovery' tours run on selected evenings, with the chance to spot more elusive animals at dusk, like potoroos and bandicoots. Enjoy refreshments or lunch at the Emu Cafe.
100% of visit profits supports threatened plants and animals through the work of the Conservation Ecology Centre.
Ask for our guest 10% discount on your next tour on arrival.
Where the forrest mets the great southern ocean this region is home to many of natures wonders, including the 12 Apostles along the renowned Great Ocean Road. There are beautiful beaches, coastal walks and nature trails to explore.
The 12 Apostles and Bay of Islands, Great Ocean Road trail
Lake Elizabeth
Outdoor activities in Apollo Bay
Waterfalls including Stevenson Falls
Wellness
The Corner Sauna
1 Hardy Street, Apollo Bay
The perfect tonic for pre or post swim, after exercise or just to hang out with friends, the Corner Sauna is a wood-fired sauna and ice bath in Apollo Bay. Built for locals and visitors who want to slow down, feel better, and connect.
Ask for our guest 20% discount on your single session on arrival.
Join any one of our amazing gym, pilates, and yoga instructors for a session or keep an eye out for locally based yoga retreats, wellness events or festivals. We are all about wellness in Apollo Bay, mind, spirit, and body.
Great Ocean Road Running Festival - May 15 + 16, 2027
Swim Apollo Bay - March 13, 2027
Apollo Bay Surf and Kayaking - Surf Lessons + Kayak tours at Marengo Marine Reef Sanctuary
Otway Ocean Flow Festival - May 1-2 20207
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