Description

1140 Lighthouse Road Cape Otway Cape Otway Lighthouse is the oldest surviving lighthouse on mainland Australia and considered the most significant. This leading attraction on the Great Ocean Road is a must for all visitors. Built in 1848, the lighthouse known as the Beacon of Hope, sits 90 metres above the pristine ocean of Bass Strait. Hundreds of lives were lost along this shipwreck coast a sad but fascinating history which led to the building of the Lightstation on the cliffs edge. For many thousands of 19th century migrants, who spent months travelling to Australia by ship, Cape Otway was their first sight of land after leaving Europe, Asia and North America. Open: Daily 9:30am - 5pm (last entry 4.30pm) Closed: Christmas Day Entry fees apply with no access available to the Lightstation Heritage Precinct or Lighthouse outside of our opening hours. The Lightkeeper's Cafe is open 10.30am-4pm daily and is located in the centre of our Heritage Precinct. Due to its location and our limited heritage infrastructure, the cafe is only accessible to visitors of the Lightstation. Due to staffing limitations, the cafe will be serving a selection of tea & coffee, Scones with Jam & Cream and sweet treats. Please check our website before your visit for up to date operating hours: lightstation.com