Over the weekend, we visited the quiet coastal town of Queenscliff. It is located just 20 minutes east of where we are staying in Ocean Grove.

In its day, Queenscliff served as a 19th century holiday destination for Melbourne’s elite, a busy maritime centre and a strategic defence base. The town’s charm and impressive historical hotels made us feel as if we had stepped back in time. We stopped to have a look at the walls of defence that had once protected the area from any intruders as it’s location marks the entry point to Port Phillip bay (leading to Melbourne). We also visited the lighthouses, one white and one black lighthouse, the black one being one of three in the world, located inside Fort Queenscliff.

 

Today, Queenscliff is unique and charming coastal town offering stunning views of the coast line, plenty of places to get a good coffee and yummy bite to eat and a harbour where you can swim with dophins, go scuba diving, or simply fish from the iconic landmark, Queenscliff Pier (none of which we were able to do because of the time of year). We will be sure to come back to Queenscliff in the summer months when the town becomes alive with activity.