Katherine's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Stingray Bay
61 Viaduct RdBeautiful safe place for children to swim at the river mouth
Southern right whales come here to birth their calves and can be seen from May to September
49 locals recommend
Logans Beach Whale Watching Platform
11-13 Logans Beach RdSouthern right whales come here to birth their calves and can be seen from May to September
Botanical Gardens
24 Bromfield StBeautiful gardens and a brand new nature play area for kids
Great views and starting point for a walk to the historic Shelley beach. Also in the area are several Aboriginal sacred sites.
30 locals recommend
Thunder Point
Great views and starting point for a walk to the historic Shelley beach. Also in the area are several Aboriginal sacred sites.
See kangaroos, koalas and emus up close. Beautiful spot for a picnic or bbq
110 locals recommend
Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve
105 Lake View RdSee kangaroos, koalas and emus up close. Beautiful spot for a picnic or bbq
Fantastic place for the kids with playgrounds, flying fox, maze and walking areas. Across from there is the kiosk which is a popular spot for coffee or lunch
28 locals recommend
Lake Pertobe
Fantastic place for the kids with playgrounds, flying fox, maze and walking areas. Across from there is the kiosk which is a popular spot for coffee or lunch
Historic village. Easily spend a day and stay for the light show at night
51 locals recommend
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village
89 Merri StHistoric village. Easily spend a day and stay for the light show at night
Cannon Hill Lookout
97 Merri StPanoramic views across Lake Pertobe, warrnambool beach and the ocean
Promenade from warrnambool breakwater to thunder point. Beautiful views and a lovely walk with plenty of rest stops available
13 locals recommend
Warrnambool Foreshore Promenade
Promenade from warrnambool breakwater to thunder point. Beautiful views and a lovely walk with plenty of rest stops available
Food scene
Pavilion Cafe & Bar
50 Viaduct RdGreat coffee/ food overlooking the breakwater and bay
Great pub with a good vibe and live music. There is a restaurant next to it for those who enjoy fine dining
42 locals recommend
Hotel Warrnambool
Kepler StreetGreat pub with a good vibe and live music. There is a restaurant next to it for those who enjoy fine dining
The Cally
112-114 Fairy StLive music, good food
Allansford Cheese World Cafe
Cheese tastings and museum
Shopping
Warrnambool’s Main Street has fantastic shops, cafes and restaurants.
Liebig Street
Liebig StreetWarrnambool’s Main Street has great shops, cafes and restaurants.
Surfing
Warrnambool surf beach is a great place for beginner surfers/body boarders. Venture along the coast to Logans beach for more of a challenge
Warrnambool Foreshore Reserve