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Bells Beach

Bells Beach(Curl Pro Bells Beach)

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Located near the coastal towns of Torquay and Jan Juc along the famous Great Ocean Road in Victoria, Bells Beach - also known as Curl Pro Bells Beach - is a one-kilometer-long golden sand beach with few rocky portions.  This immensely popular beach is part of the Surf Coast Shire and is one of the most iconic surf destinations in the world.  In 2011, Bells Beach was declared a National Surfing Reserve, recognizing its significance in surfing culture.  It has a beautiful backdrop of mountains, cliffs, lush vegetation, and a few oceanfront buildings, providing Instagram-worthy views of the Southern Ocean.  Bells Beach, Australia, encourages sustainable tourism practices to preserve the natural beauty, flora, and fauna of the region.  The beach and coastal reserve are listed on the Victorian Heritage Register.  Interestingly, the beach gets its name from John Cavert Bell, a local pioneer who owned land in the area in the 19th century.

If you get hungry, there are many great restaurants near Bells Beach.  Bellbrae Harvest serves amazing salads, seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.  Bird Rock Jan Juc serves soups, salads, meat, seafood, and poultry dishes.  Bomboras Torquay serves delicious seafood, meat, and vegetarian dishes.  Bob Sugar Torquay serves delicious soups, salads, pizzas, pastas, meat, seafood, and poultry dishes.  If you are looking for another good and affordable restaurant nearby, IL Matto Torquay serves salads, pasta, ravioli, pizzas, burratas, and tiramisu.

If you are looking for Bells Beach hotels, there are many great options nearby.  If you are looking for an upscale hotel, the 5-Star The RACV Torquay Resort is 10 minutes away by car and offers many amenities, including an indoor pool, a spa, a sauna, a golf course, hot tubs, tennis courts, and restaurants.  A more affordable hotel is the 4-Star Bells Estate Great Ocean Road Cottages, which offers a few amenities, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, a fitness center, and a restaurant.  Another moderately priced option is the 4-Star Wyndham Resort Torquay, which has several amenities, including an indoor and outdoor pool, a fitness center, a restaurant, a terrace, a bar, tennis courts, and a kids' play area.  A more reasonably priced option is the 3-Star Torquay Tropicana Motel, which has a few amenities, including a seasonal, solar-heated outdoor pool, a hot tub, a BBQ area, and comfortable rooms.  If you are looking for another affordable hotel, Anglesea Riverside Motel has comfortable rooms.

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Bells Beach, VIC, has many amenities, including lifeguards, restrooms, showers, changing rooms, benches, beach equipment rental facilities, and nearby kiosks.

Bells Beach offers many fun activities, including swimming, sunbathing, beachcombing, jet skiing, paddleboarding, and photography.  If you plan to go into the water, Bells Beach is not ideal for swimming due to strong waves.   Bells Beach is a prime surfing hotspot in the region, which is protected as part of the Bells Beach Surfing Recreation Reserve.  It is known for its consistent surf breaks, where waves can reach heights of six meters during big swells, which attract surfers from all over the world throughout the year.  The beach faces southwest, making it perfectly aligned to catch the powerful swells rolling in from the Southern Ocean.  Interestingly, Bells Beach's surf breaks include "Southside," "Centreside," "Rincon," "Boobs," "Steps," and "Winki Pop," an adjacent break offering faster waves known internationally as one of the best breaks in Victoria.  This popular surf coast is renowned for its right-hand point break, ideal for experienced surfers.  In addition, to know the Bells Beach surf forecast, the live webcams are installed near the shore that offer a real-time feed of the beach conditions. It is considered sacred ground by surfers, often referred to as the "Mecca of Surfing." In addition, there is a Bells Beach Lookout Point near the cliffs surrounding the beach that provides excellent vantage points for watching surfers competing and enjoying the natural beauty.

Bells Beach also hosts many interesting events, including the Rip Curl GromSearch National Series and the extremely popular Rip Curl Pro, the world’s longest-running pro surfing competition—now known as the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach, which has been held every Easter since 1962.  Bells Beach has hosted some of the world’s greatest surfers, including Kelly Slater, Mick Fanning, and Layne Beachley.  Bells Beach is a key stop on Australia’s famous Great Ocean Road, a must-see destination for tourists.  Dogs are not allowed on the beach, which is open from sunrise until sunset.

Bells Beach, Victoria, offers an access path for people with disabilities.

Getting to Bells Beach is easy - the beach has a paid parking lot located at 90 Bells Beach Road, Bells Beach, Victoria 3228, Australia, which provides easy access to the beach.  It is worth noting that the visitors are required to make their way down a steep slope to access the beach.   For Bells Beach directions, you may refer to the Bells Beach map.

Interestingly, the well-known surfing competition Rip Curl Pro, formerly known as the Bells Beach Easter Classic, and the iconic trophy for this competition feature a bell, symbolizing the beach's name.  Bells Beach gained international fame after being featured in the 1991 movie Point Break, although the beach scenes were filmed elsewhere.  In addition, the beach is also mentioned in the 2007 animated film Surf's Up.

There are many attractions near Bells Beach.  Point Addis Marine National Park is a protected area spread over 4,420 hectares, known for its rugged coastline and rich biodiversity, including kelp forests, rocky reefs, and sandy seabeds. Visitors can enjoy many fun activities, including snorkeling, diving, hiking, surfing, watching wildlife, and photography.  Split Point Lighthouse is a historic and picturesque landmark, popularly known as the "White Queen," built in 1891. This 34-meter-tall, white cylindrical tower was built to navigate ships along the treacherous Shipwreck Coast, where numerous vessels met their fate.  Visitors can take a guided tour to learn about the history of the lighthouse and maritime stories of the region.

The Australian National Surfing Museum is dedicated to the history and culture of surfing, which has one of the world's largest collections of surfboards, tracing their evolution from traditional wooden boards to modern designs.  Visitors can enjoy interactive displays and films that explore surfing's evolution and Torquay’s role as a global surf hub.  Tiger Moth World Adventure Flights offers thrilling vintage biplane experiences, where passengers can step back in time aboard authentic Tiger Moth aircraft from the 1930s, which fly over the Great Ocean Road to adrenaline-pumping aerobatic adventures with loops and rolls.  The experience blends stunning views with aviation history, making it perfect for adventurers and aviation enthusiasts.  If you are looking for another nearby attraction, Coogoorah Reserve is a serene protected area known for its tranquil wetlands and family-friendly environment that features a river, walking and cycling trails, picnic areas with barbeque grill facilities, picnic tables, restrooms, a playground, wooden boardwalks, and bridges, making it a perfect spot for nature enthusiasts.  Visitors can explore native flora and fauna, kayaking, canoeing, or picnicking in shaded areas.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Surf through our FAQs to help you find your perfect beach!

    Does Bells Beach have parking? If so, is it free or paid?

    Yes, this Beach provides free parking at the entrance, although spaces are limited. Visitors can also find street parking nearby for easy access to the beach.

    Does Bells Beach have lifeguards?

    No, this Beach does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach - please be careful when swimming on this beach.

    Is Bells Beach a family-friendly beach?

    No, this Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.

    Is Bells Beach good for swimming?

    Yes, this Beach boasts excellent swimming conditions, attracting swimmers of all skill levels with its gentle waves and clear waters.

    Does Bells Beach have restrooms?

    Yes, Restrooms are conveniently available on or adjacent to the beach at this Beach.

    Is Bells Beach a nude beach?

    No, this Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.

    Is there food near Bells Beach?

    No, this Beach does not have nearby food options - please plan your beach day accordingly.

    What are the activities at Bells Beach?

    Yes, this Beach is renowned for its vibrant beach scene, offering various activities for everyone to enjoy Bike Paths, Fishing, Surfing.

    Does Bells Beach have accommodations for people with disabilities?

    No, this Beach does not have accommodations for people with disabilities.

    Is Bells Beach a dog-friendly beach?

    Yes, bring your dog with you to this Beach!

    Is Bells Beach good for surfing?

    Yes, surfing is an activity that is frequently enjoyed at this Beach.

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