Cape Otway Lightstation

Lighthouse Cape Otway, Victoria, Australia
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What to expect

The Cape Otway Lightstation is a significant lighthouse and a must-visit attraction on the Great Ocean Road. It is considered Australia's most significant lighthouse and is also known as the 'Beacon of Hope'. The lightstation offers stunning views of the Bass Strait and the Southern Ocean, and visitors can explore the historic telegraph station and discover Australia's extraordinary secret war history from WWII. The lightstation is also a great spot for whale watching and offers unique historic lightkeeper's accommodation. The place has a rich history, with hundreds of lives lost along this shipwreck coast, and it was the first sight of land for many 19th-century migrants traveling to Australia by ship

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This family's experience:

Activities: We took a self-guided tour of the light station and historic buildings

Highlights: The light station was a fascinating glimpse into history. The kids loved the views from the clifftop and the interactive exhibits ✨