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Pro
Surfwear, surfing, and surfmuseum
Con
main beaches are crowded in summer
In a nutshell
this aint Torquay, England mate
ahouse2003 Says: Bells Beach is a beautiful stretch of coastline near Torquay that is very popular among the surf community. The main break is known as the Bells Bowl or Bowl section. It is a point break and works through all tides depending on the size of the swell. It is also the home of...
ahouse2003 Says: If you are going to be in Victoria's surf capital, you might as well surf, right?
SailorRoar Says: Go west from Torquay along the Great Ocean Road. Where you can experience some great scenes like, London Bridge, The Arch and the Twelve Apostles (or eleven since one of them collapsed a few years ago, actually if you look picture from the apostles, the closest one is the...
SailorRoar Says: Torquay has one of the few surfing museums in the world, if you are into surfing this is a must go...
Activities other than surfing...
Kate-Me Says: Besides surfing and checking out the beaches at Torquay and Bells Beach, you could also visit some of the many Surf shop outlets, like Ripcurl (pictured)
aserafica Says: Of course, aside from surfing, this area is world famous for its rugged and breathtaking scenery. People from all over the world come here to see the Twelve Apostles and whats left of the London Bridge plus the creatures that dwell around here aside from sunworshippers-the...
Do absolutely nothing or do everything
aserafica Says: Here, I choose to do nothing. You know, walk the dogs, play a bit of ball, go to a cafe, swim a little. Many come here for the surf and this is what Torquay is famous for. After all this is the Surf Coast. Hmm, maybe I should take up surfing. Oops, I dozed off again.
tigerjapan Says: Bell's Beach, famous for its world-renowned Easter Surfing Classic, is located near Torquay on the southern coast of Victoria, 71 km south-west of Melbourne. Bell's Beach is essentially rather small bay situated between two equally unremarkable headlands. It is the swells...
1 Review and 0 Opinions I have not stayed there, but driven past many times. The name is deceptive - it is located on the...
aserafica Says: Another laid back brunch cafe on the esplanade. Menu is very limited but very reasonable. from $6.00. $9.00 mains. Small portions but with these prices, just double your order and you you still have money for coffee. And the coffee is great here. Big Breakfast.
Growlers: Laid back happy hour
aserafica Says: Uncomplicated bar by the sea. Happy hour with hot finger food. Cold beer on tap plus a play area for the ankle biters to run amok. You will meet the locals here. Owned by Nikki Buckley of 'Sale of the Century' fame.Fridays-Sundays Brerakfast/Lunch 9am to 3 pmDinner 6-10...
Easy to drive to hard by public transport
aserafica Says: To get out of Melbourne, take West Gate Bridge, follow M1, then follow signs to Geelong(Princes Freeway). This takes about an hour (70 kms south west of Melbourne). Once you reach Geelong, follow signs to Torquay (turn left at Torquay Rd) which is another 22 kilometres from...
hubba78 Says: Bus is the only form of public transport available, unless you want to pay $30 for a taxi from Geelong. The bus leaves from the Geelong train station, makes several stops in Geelong before heading on to Torquay. It continues on to other popular coastal towns on the Great...
Surf City Plaza: Where to get ready for the waves
Zanzibargirl Says: With names like Quiksilver, Rip Curl and more being famous from this home ground turf and a nearby wave to catch at Bells, Torquay is famous for surfwear. If you want to get into some of the hottest brands of surfwear clothing, grab a board and get ready for a wave this is...
Several surf gear shops: Shopping in Surf City
SailorRoar Says: In the centre of Torquay you will find a cluster of shops selling surf gear, called Surf City. The big ones are all here: Rip Curl, Billabong and Quicksilver
Rip Curl, Quicksilver outlets + full price stores: Surf Shop Outlets
thebestusernameever Says: Get label gear at discount prices. Great for bargain hunters. Make sure you visit all the outlets though including the ones across the main highway. Discounted surf gear, t-shirts, hoodies, jeans etc. $20- $100
hubba78 Says: During the summer months, the Surf Life Saving Clubs set up flags on each beach to indicate the safest area to swim. Stay between the flags to avoid being sucked into the ocean by 'rips'.
OZebomate Says: Cape otway is just past apollo bay and is about 3 hrs from Melbourne. It has a lighthouse and plenty of camp sites/bush walks. The areas forest are pretty lush and ate sort of like temperate rainforests............ Blanket bay is a good campsite where you can fish, snorkel,...
SailorRoar Says: Just outside of Torquay you will find one of the most epic surf beaches in the world. You may have heard of Bells Beach, home to the World Champonship Surfing event Rip Curl Pro, which are held around easter. Surfboard, wax, wetsuit, etc...
hubba78 Says: Beginners can learn to surf on the main beach with local surf schools and experts can ride with the pros down on Bells Beach in Easter.Windsurfing is popular on Fisherman's Beach. During summer, surf equipment can be hired on the main beaches. In the colder months you have...
Kate-Me Says: Since there was not a wave to be seen at Bells Beach, I turned my attention to the carpark, where this beautiful mural on the toilet block caught my eye.... The 2nd photo is a close up so you can appreciate some of the detail.
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Home Town - Torquay is my town......... it is at the beginning of the great ocean road famous for its winding coastal views, 12 apostles and bells beach. The weather here is pretty mild can be as low as10/12...
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Q: Are all the outlets open sundays? and does anyone know when they close?
A: You have posted in the Torquay, Australia, forum but did you mean Torquay, UK? I am guessing you mean the latter because you have also posted in the Teignmouth forum....
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Except for a few weeks of the year (long hot weekends and summer public holidays) Torquay is a quiet getaway from Melbourne. It's November and its already hot and steamy and still, there are stretches...
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I grew up on a small property just outside this small costal town, until I left for Sydney University. Major claims to fame are - home of surf industry giants like Ripcurl - Bells Beach - gateway to...
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Gateway to the Great Ocean Road, Torquay is at the beginning to the Southern coast road between Victoria and South Australia, Melbourne and Adelaide. Where all the big surf brands begin and can be...
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Torquay is my town......... it is at the beginning of the great ocean road famous for its winding coastal views, 12 apostles and bells beach. The weather here is pretty mild can be as low as10/12...
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