Guidebook for Warrnambool
Sightseeing
Southern Right Whales are usually in residence during the winter months. Popular surfing beach when the wind is from the north.
49 locals recommend
Logans Beach Whale Watching Platform
11-13 Logans Beach RdSouthern Right Whales are usually in residence during the winter months. Popular surfing beach when the wind is from the north.
See the waves spilling across the reefs on a big swell or survey the coastal views on a flat day
30 locals recommend
Thunder Point
See the waves spilling across the reefs on a big swell or survey the coastal views on a flat day
Moyjil / Point Ritchie
Point Ritchie RoadWhere the Hopkins River meets the Southern Ocean
Breakwater Rock Pier
61 Viaduct RdGreat area for a casual stroll and sightseeing
Take a walk on Griffiths Island to the lighthouse. See thousands of mutton birds arrive at dusk during the summer months.
21 locals recommend
Port Fairy Lighthouse On Griffiths Island
Take a walk on Griffiths Island to the lighthouse. See thousands of mutton birds arrive at dusk during the summer months.
Arts & Culture
Warrnambool Art Gallery
26 Liebig StThe old Warrnambool Performing Arts Centre has had a facelift!
20 locals recommend
Lighthouse Theatre Warrnambool
185 Timor StThe old Warrnambool Performing Arts Centre has had a facelift!
Drinks & Nightlife
Check the billboard above the venue entrance to see who is playing this week,
8 locals recommend
The Loft Live Music Warrnambool
58 Liebig StCheck the billboard above the venue entrance to see who is playing this week,
Seanchai
62 Liebig StPopular Irish pub
The Cally
112-114 Fairy StNewly renovated pub with a great family-friendly meals area.
This bar is a local institution. Plenty of beers on tap and great bar meals.
42 locals recommend
Hotel Warrnambool
Kepler StreetThis bar is a local institution. Plenty of beers on tap and great bar meals.
Parks & Nature
Best to visit at dusk to see kangaroos, emus and koalas.
110 locals recommend
Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve
105 Lake View RdBest to visit at dusk to see kangaroos, emus and koalas.
Killarney Beach
Beautiful white sand beaches protected by a basalt barrier reef
Warrnambool Surf Life Saving Club
76 Pertobe RdSafe beach patrolled from November to Easter
Follow Buckley's Rd to the hidden coastal walking track. This is raw nature at its best.
Lake Gillear Wildlife Reserve
Follow Buckley's Rd to the hidden coastal walking track. This is raw nature at its best.
Hopkins Falls Scenic Reserve
Hopkins Falls RoadSpectacular falls when the river is up
Lake Pertobe Motor Boats
Pertobe RoadFree electric BBQs, plenty of playgrounds and open space
Food Scene
Pickled Pig
78 Liebig StAward winning restaurant
Figsellers Cafe
89 Liebig StreetPopular local coffee shop
Sip a coffee while watching the thoroughbreds gallop in the early morning. Also open for breakfast and lunch.
56 locals recommend
Pavilion Cafe & Bar
50 Viaduct RdSip a coffee while watching the thoroughbreds gallop in the early morning. Also open for breakfast and lunch.
Siamese Authentic Thai Restaurant
108 Lava StGreat Thai takeaway. Kids love the satay!
Entertainment & Activities
Capitol Cinema
54 Kepler StGreat Ocean Road Tenpin Bowl
153 Timor StMini Golf by The Sea
47 Pertobe RdWarrnambool Lawn Tennis Bowling Club
Grass court hire
Getting Around
Warrnambool Station
Merri Street