2026 Ocean Grove Travel Guide: must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transport & travel experiences (updated in August)

#natureexploration Bells doesn't offer the golden, swimmable sands of nearby Jan Juc or Torquay Front Beach. Instead, you get dramatic clay cliffs, limestone stacks, and the sheer power of the Southern Ocean. There is a palpable sense of "surf history" here, especially given it just hosted the 50th Anniversary of professional surfing at the 2026 Rip Curl Pro. The Vibe: Energetic and respectful. People come here to watch the masters at work or to test their own limits. The Look: High clifftops overlooking the "Bells Bowl"—a natural amphitheater where the waves wrap around the reef.

Queenscliff's ups and downs, hesitant and stammering

#melbournetrip Queenscliff White Lighthouse is a big white light house. There is a nice walk track going to the light house.It a nice place to see the sunset.There also have a bit of history on the memorial plaques about the contribution of Australian navy during the world wars Queenscliff is a lovely getaway destination for the weekend. It is not too far from Melbourne and you can see the seaside view. They have cafe and good shops in the town centre. Car Park is free