Bells Beach
A world-famous surfing spot where the world's longest-running professional surf event is held every Easter. Clifftop lookouts let visitors watch expert surfers riding the waves.
Bells Beach lies about 7 km south-west of Torquay. Swells from the Southern Ocean break over the reef in long, powerful lines. Since 1962 it has hosted the Rip Curl Pro, a World Surf League event, and the champion rings the bronze bell trophy. Ordinary visitors can watch the surfers from the clifftop viewing platform and wooden steps. The beach has large waves and reefs and is not suitable for swimming. It is also the setting for the ending of the film Point Break. Entry is free.
Opening hours
Open all day
Nearby sights
- Torquay
- Anglesea
- Split Point Lighthouse
- Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch
- Teddy's Lookout
- Lorne
- Erskine Falls
- Kennett River Koala Walk