Explore torquay
Visit Bells Beach
Located on the outskirts of Torquay, Bells Beach is world-renowned for its incredible surf break and stunning natural beauty.
It is the home of the Rip Curl Surf Competition which takes place every Easter weekend.
Take a stroll on Torquay’s Foreshore and Coastal Path
Spend an afternoon exploring Torquay’s foreshore. Torquay has a beach for everybody! While Bells Beach, Jan Juc’s Beach, and Fisherman beach are renowned among surfers worldwide. Torquay is Australia’s surfing epicenter, you can’t miss out on the opportunity to take a surf lesson or two! The town is dotted with state of the art surf schools and you will get the chance to ride your first wave in one of the most sought-after settings in the world.
Visit us for a G&T or a cocktail
The Distillery Cellar door bar offers tasting trays from our full gin range, mini negroni and mini martini tasting trays plus signature cocktails and mixed drinks - featuring Great Ocean Road Gin of course. We also have local beers, wine and soft drinks available. Our food snacks menu includes bao buns, gozleme, Turkish bread and dip, crips and nuts. We are also a dog friendly and kid friendly venue.
Sample local Distilleries & Breweries
Our new distillery and cellar door bar are open Friday and Saturdays for tastings and sales. FlowState distillery are just around the corner, so be sure to pay them a visit too. For the beer lovers, Blackman’s Brewery, 4 Pines Torquay, Sou’West Brewery and Bells Beach Brewing are must-do’s to include when you are planning what to do in Torquay.
Go Shopping in Torquay Central Farmers Market
Located 40 minutes walk northeast of the town center, this local market is a must-do stop if you find yourself in Torquay on a Saturday morning. Open from 8.30 am to 1 pm, the many outdoor stands offer the best selection of just-picked fruit and vegetables, homemade baked delicacies, and local coffee.
Some of the best food and drink in town
Fuel up on some great food from some of our local foodie favourites Ginger Monkey, Maple Bakery, Mortadeli, Phoklore, Bomboras, The Kyne, Front Beach Bar and Café.