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Colac Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

city in Victoria, Australia

About Colac

The Princes Highway goes directly through the centre of this pretty Victorian country town. Shops line the strip, and there is a pretty central part with shade and fountains. The lake and botanical gardens are a short walk or drive from the centre of town. Colac is the major town of the diverse Otways region, which has landscapes to appeal to everyone. With spectacular natural scenery, mighty timbers and magnificent waterfalls, the lush green hills roll down to long stretches of sandy beaches of the Great Ocean Road. There's also the volcanic lakes, craters and wetlands of the Hinterland. The region encompasses smaller villages including Gellibrand, Forrest, Birregurra, Cressy, Beeac, Beech Forest and Lavers Hill. There are also the seaside hamlets of Wye and Kennett River, Cape Otway, J

Top Attractions in Colac

Explore the best things to see and do in Colac:

  • Colac & District Family History Group
  • Colac & District Historical Society

Where to Eat in Colac

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴The Farmer's Son

Where to Stay in Colac

  • 🏨Baronga Motor Inn in Colac

Colac Travel Guide Sections

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