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A Long Weekend with Kids in Warrnambool
A Long Weekend with Kids in Warrnambool
there is so much more to discover in this beautifully untamed part of Australia. The historic former port city of Warrnambool is located right at the end of this famous drive and proves to be a great destination in its own right. With many family-friendly sights and attractions, activities and delicious food options, why not plan a long weekend away in Warrnambool with a return trip via the famous Great Ocean Road?
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Sesame Street Circus comes to town
Sesame Street Circus comes to town
The magic of Sesame Street will be brought to life for Warrnambool audiences with a brand-new show. The Sesame Street Circus Spectacular had its successful Australian premiere in Melbourne, and will now travel to Warrnambool for shows in March 2020. The 90-minute show will feature Sesame Street favourites such as Elmo, Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby, Bert, Ernie, and Super Grover.
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Self Guided Street Art Tour
Self Guided Street Art Tour
Follow the numbers from 1 to 26, through hidden laneways and unexpected spaces to find the art and soul of Warrnambool. All the artworks hold rich stories of Warrnambool's past, many paying homage to legends who have left their mark and some capturing the cheeky spirit of this city by the sea.
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World First Geo-located Travel Podcast
World First Geo-located Travel Podcast
It's free and simple to use. When Storytowns is launched Christmas Day, go to the website, choose a podcast tour to your liking, then your phone will instantly connect with google maps and take you on a podcast adventure around the Warrnambool region.
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NEW THIS SUMMER
Spending Summer in Warrnambool? Here is everything you need to know to avoid holiday regret!
AUTUMN ON MY MIND
Just because the cooler weather is closing in, doesn’t mean you should too! With the long weekend, school holidays and Easter just around the corner there’s lots to see and do.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Warrnambool Toy Library Messy Play Day
89 Merri Street, Warrnambool, VIC 3280
Let your children explore a range of Messy Play stations that encourage sensory exploration and creativity.
Annual-
15 Mar 2020
10:30 - 14:00
Warrnambool Seaside Volleyball Tournament
Caramut Road, Warrnambool, VIC 3280
Three day tournament held in Warrnambool hosted by Warrnambool Volleyball Association.
Annual-
07 Mar 202009:00 - 17:00
TEDxWarrnambool
37 Ardlie Street, Warrnambool, VIC 3280
TED is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to sharing ideas in the form of short, powerful talks.
03 Apr 2020-
17:00 - 21:00
The Perception Experiment
185 Timor Street, Warrnambool, VIC 3280
A trickle of salt becomes a torrent, becomes a cloud, becomes a pattern; capturing breath and heartbeat before slipping away.
04 Mar 2020-
19:30 - 21:30
Ocean Film Festival World Tour - Warrnambool 28 March 2020
185 Timor Street, Warrnambool, VIC 3280
Designed to mesmerise and enthral, the Ocean Film Festival World Tour showcases a three hour celebration of our oceans comprised of sublime footage...
Annual-
28 Mar 202019:00 - 22:00
Eureka Sprintcar Series- Sprintcars
10275 Princes Highway, Allansford, VIC 3277
It is the Penultimate round of the Eureka Sprintcar Series for the 2019-20 season with the Street Stocks also making a return to...
Annual-
14 Mar 202016:00 - 23:00
The Kazoo's Dress Up Box
185 Timor Street, Warrnambool, VIC 3280
An action-packed choose-your-own adventure. Dress Up Box will have audiences on the edge of their seats as children are selected to join The...
31 Mar 2020-
10:00 - 11:00
Shades of Bublé: A Three-Man Tribute to Michael Bublé Warrnambool
185 Timor Street, Warrnambool, VIC 3280
Direct from New York City, Shades of Bublé – The Three Man Michael Bublé tribute arrives in Australia.
19 Mar 2020-
19:30 - 21:30
Good Vibrations: Songs by The Beach Boys
185 Timor Street, Warrnambool, VIC 3280
Keep the fading summer memories going as Drew Downing and his band recreate the sound of beach parties and summer romance.
18 Mar 2020-
11:00 - 12:30
American Song
185 Timor Street, Warrnambool, VIC 3280
The latest play from acclaimed Australian playwright Joanna Murray-Smith (Honour, Switzerland, Bombshells), American Song tackles the confronting and heartbreaking issue of gun violence,...
10 Mar 2020-
19:30 - 21:30
Victorian Wingless Sprint Championship
10275 Princes Highway, Allansford, VIC 3277
Come and see all of the wheel to wheel, bumper to bumper action of the Wingless Sprints , with a Victorian Title Double-Header...
Annual-
27 Mar 202016:00 - 23:00
No Limits 2020
185 Timor Street, Warrnambool, VIC 3280
No Limits 2020 is the first event of its kind in the south west.
Annual-
29 Feb 202011:45 - 17:00
Making Waves 2020
185 Timor Street, Warrnambool, VIC 3280
Making Waves is health professional conference with some amazing local and national speakers.
Annual-
28 Feb 202008:30 - 17:15
Warrnambool Greyhound Cup
330 Koroit Street, Warrnambool, VIC 3280
The Warrnambool Greyhound Cup is Warrnambool Greyhounds premier night of Group Racing - with all the action on and off the track.
Annual-
06 May 2020
Sesame Street Circus Spectacular by Silvers
Raglan Parade, Warrnambool, VIC 3280
Featured in this 90-minute spectacular will be all your favourite Sesame Street characters, including Elmo, Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby, Bert and Ernie, Super...
13 Mar 2020-
18:30 - 20:30
SLSV Junior Championship
76 Pertobe Road, Warrnambool, VIC 3280
Warrnambool Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC) will host the Victorian Junior State Championships in 2020.
Annual-
07 Mar 2020
Warrnambool Lawn Open Tennis Tournament
Pertobe Road, Warrnambool, VIC 3280
The Warrnambool Lawn Open is the biggest tournament held by the Warrnambool Lawn Tennis Club with a total of 51 events being held...
Annual-
07 Mar 2020
Easter Arts Festival Warrnambool
, Warrnambool, VIC 3280
Easter Arts Festival Warrnambool is a community festival encompassing all of the arts, from concerts to exhibitions.
Annual-
01 Mar 202009:00 - 17:00
Warrnambool May Racing Carnival
2-64 Grafton Road, Warrnambool, VIC 3280
It's Grand. It's May Racing. All roads lead to the 'bool for one of Australia’s hallmark country racing events, the May Racing Carnival.
Annual-
05 May 202011:00 - 17:00
Enjoy city lifestyle experiences wrapped up in the spectacular beauty and wild nature of the raw Southern Ocean. Warrnambool offers opportunities for relaxation, refined refreshments and a new sense of playfulness, adventure and rejuvenation...
Family Fun
You are planning the spring holiday around the dinner table – the 9yr old says he wants to do all the activities, surfing, mini golf, fishing. The 6yr old says she wants to make a sand castle, go swimming and catch a movie. Your other half wants to stay somewhere close to the centre of town so there isn’t too much driving and can relax with a local drop and spend a few hours at a museum or gallery – and you?
Well you just want everyone to have a great holiday and read your new book and enjoy a crayfish dinner. Lucky you don’t have to think too hard about where to go as you know Warrnambool can tick all the boxes for everyone!
Natures Drama
Walk in the footsteps of the indigenous Gunditjmara Nation of people at Tower Hill National Park, watch Southern Right Whales return home to give birth and raise their calves, meet the Maremma dogs commissioned to protect the Little Penguins on Middle Island or discover by bike or foot the many parks and reserves protecting native flora and fauna.
Active Adventure
Walking, running, playgrounds, fishing and so much more. Discover your next outdoor adventure today.
Creative Inspiration
The extraordinary environment around Warrnambool has inspired a creative response from generations of artists, writers, musicians, craftspeople and artisans. With numerous galleries, markets and retail stores offering handmade items and art pieces for visitors to take home and treasure. Download our gallery and market guide today.
History & Heritage
Warrnambool is located along the infamous Shipwreck Coast with many shipwrecks occurring within the vicinity of our Lady Bay. Admire the beauty of Proudfoots historic boathouse, our state heritage listed lighthouse precinct or pay a visit to Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village and make a day of it. Alternatively, follow our cbd heritage trail and take in our historic buildings, gardens, and landmarks.
Eat & Drink
High quality local produce is celebrated in many of Warrnambool’s best restaurants, cafes and bistros. The resulting food matches the best you can find in Melbourne, with a wide array of Australian and multicultural options. And the prices will make you smile.
There are also plenty of interesting shops where you can can stock up on tasty delights. The local bakeries, butchers, delicatessens and fruiterers are exceptional.
The Great South West Food & Wine Group promotes the diversity and quality of the food and wine produced in the region - from the Otway Ranges in the east, to the South Australian border in the west, and the Grampians in the north
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village reopened to the public after a $2.95 million dollar upgrade in June 2017. During this period our amazing attraction underwent major upgrades and renovations throughout the venue, including the installation of a brand new light and sound show. With the welcome addition of further activation and so much more to explore, there has never been a better time to visit Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village.
Visitor Information
Call into the Visitor information Centre and discover the best kept secrets from the locals. A: 89 Merri St, Warrnambool P:1800 637 725 Open 7 days 9.00am-5.00pm, closed Xmas Day.
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Conferences & Functions & Events Planning
Warrnambool is the event capital of the Great Ocean Road. The city by the sea offers delegates everything you would expect from a bustling city but without the enormous cost.
Plan your visit
Itineraries
Take the worry out of planning your trip, look over the suggested itineraries that cover the local coffee spots, beaches and lookouts.
Holiday Blog
Discover the hidden secrets of Warrnambool from holiday makers. Tips on trips with kids, the best spot to eat or things to do on a rainy day.
What's On
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Must Do's...
Meet the Maremmas
The Meet the Maremma Experience is fun, educational and interactive. You will learn about Little Penguins and the importance of conserving them. You will also learn how this world first project uses Maremma dogs to look after the penguin colony on Middle Island.
Flagstaff Hill
Book your ticket to the Sound and Light Show ‘Tale of the Shipwreck Coast’. Tales of the Shipwreck Coast is told through light projections onto a massive wall of water from the Village lake and the village buildings themselves. It weaves three true stories of the past, from local Aboriginal dreamtime, to the tales of whalers and the infamous wreck of the Loch Ard. It runs on dusk every night and it’s best to book to avoid disappointment.
Whale Watching
Almost every year between June and September, female Southern Right Whales return to the waters of Warrnambool's Logans Beach to calve. The whales often swim within a hundred meters of the shore. They can be viewed from a specially constructed platform in the sand dunes or from the beach.
