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A quick stop in Robe, Australia

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Traveling to Australia? Looking for things to do while there? What places should you go on your Australian trip? Consider Robe, a beautiful fishing port and tourist town located on the Limestone Coast of South Australia.

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Robe is a charming resort town with a  population of approximately 1090 people. In the summer months, the town receives around 15,000 people that come to visit the historic landmarks and see the beautiful coast.

What was once the second busiest port in the 19th century, is now simply a popular tourist destination and fishing village.

 

 

Our quick visit

Robe was not a planned stop for us. We did the massive and unforgettable Great Ocean Road drive the day before and slept in Mount Gambier for the night. We set out to drive the second leg of our trip towards Kangaroo Island and we came up to Robe and thought it was a good place to stop to stretch our legs.


Related: Cute Airbnb in Mount Gambier


As we were driving along, we saw the view and thought “Yup, we’ll stop here!” The view looked beautiful.

We parked right by the top of the beach and enjoyed the views for about 10 minutes or so. 

After some serious research while getting this post ready, I realized we actually stopped at Long Beach. Pretty cool that we unknowingly stumbled upon one of the major beaches to visit in town!

View over the beach in Robe Australia

There were lots of very attractive houses across from the beach and even more going down the coast.

A nice bush-lined path led us down to the beach and the view was just stunning. The water was a bright turquoise colour that transitioned into a beautiful blue. The clouds were also looking particularly lovely as well!

Yann at the beach in Robe Australia

Have a mentioned how much I love clouds before?! 😋

On top of the gorgeous view, we found some lovely shells laying around in the sand.

Yann pointing out at the water

Shylo looking down at the sand

There were some cliffs at the end of the beach and I thought it could make for some cool photos, so I walked over and climbed the rocks…I think the pictures turned out pretty good.

You can almost make me out in some of them haha 😋.

Shylo on top of the cliffs

After basking in the beautiful views and soaking up some of the sun rays, we got back in the car to continue driving along the coast towards Cape Jarvis.

We were on a time crunch as we had a boat to catch.

It’s all about perspective

Sometimes I wish we had more time to really experience some of the places we quickly stop at and stay longer but truthfully I’m happy just getting to see these places for myself.

I get to say, “Hey, I’ve been there!” which for me is okay. I’ll gladly take it over nothing!

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As I mentioned before Robe is a historic town and it’s filled with lots of gems.

If you’re making the lovely drive down the Great Ocean Road from Melbourne to Adelaide (or vise versa) and you plan to stop in this town, I’ve noted a few things you can do while here.

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Things to do in Robe Australia

Visit the Customs House

Custom House in Robe, australia
Photo cred- Empty Nesters Travel Insights

A charming limestone building built in 1863

Visit Robe’s famous Cape Dombey Obelisk

Cape Dombey Obelisk in Robe Australia
Photo cred- Mark Fitzpatrick

Built way back in 1852 to guide ships into Guichen bay and is in danger of disappearing due to its location on the eroding limestone cliffs.

Visit the Old Robe Gaol ruins

Old Robe Gaol ruins in Robe Australia
Photo cred-Liz Harfull

Get your beer on at Robe Town Brewery

Photo cred- Trip advisor

Established in 1869 and focused on using traditional methods of brewing and showing that there is beauty in simplicity.

Taste some delicious wines at Karrata Wines

karrata wines tasting room in Robe Australia
Photo cred- Trip advisor

The tasting room is right in town and is open from 11-4 every day

Eat some delicious seafood

The big lobster in Kingston Australia
Photo cred- Helen Brockhoff

Drive 30 mins to Kingston and see the infamous Big Lobster aka Larry and eat at the restaurant!

Satisfy your sweet tooth at The Icecream shop

The Ice Cream shop in Robe Australia
Photo cred- The Restaurant Guru

Visit the beautiful white sand Long Beach

Long beach in Robe Australia
Photo cred- SATC

A massive 12 km long beach that you can drive on

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Did you have fun discovering Robe Australia? I know I did.

I love how I never knew this place existed until I happened upon it and now I know so much (I’m using the term “so much” very loosely as well) about it. That’s the beauty of travel and blogging. 

You do research about places you visit and may not have known about otherwise and learn a lot in order to produce posts for others to enjoy.

It’s awesome.

At least I think it is!

Anywho.. that brings us to the end of this short recap.

Until next time, Stay blessed ♡

………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

Always learning, always discovering

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A quick stop in Robe, Australia

Less than 1 minute Reading Time: Mins

Traveling to Australia? Looking for things to do while there? What places should you go on your Australian trip? Consider Robe, a beautiful fishing port and tourist town located on the Limestone Coast of South Australia.

~

Robe is a charming resort town with a  population of approximately 1090 people. In the summer months, the town receives around 15,000 people that come to visit the historic landmarks and see the beautiful coast.

What was once the second busiest port in the 19th century, is now simply a popular tourist destination and fishing village.

 

 

Our quick visit

Robe was not a planned stop for us. We did the massive and unforgettable Great Ocean Road drive the day before and slept in Mount Gambier for the night. We set out to drive the second leg of our trip towards Kangaroo Island and we came up to Robe and thought it was a good place to stop to stretch our legs.


Related: Cute Airbnb in Mount Gambier


As we were driving along, we saw the view and thought “Yup, we’ll stop here!” The view looked beautiful.

We parked right by the top of the beach and enjoyed the views for about 10 minutes or so. 

After some serious research while getting this post ready, I realized we actually stopped at Long Beach. Pretty cool that we unknowingly stumbled upon one of the major beaches to visit in town!

View over the beach in Robe Australia

There were lots of very attractive houses across from the beach and even more going down the coast.

A nice bush-lined path led us down to the beach and the view was just stunning. The water was a bright turquoise colour that transitioned into a beautiful blue. The clouds were also looking particularly lovely as well!

Yann at the beach in Robe Australia

Have a mentioned how much I love clouds before?! 😋

On top of the gorgeous view, we found some lovely shells laying around in the sand.

Yann pointing out at the water

Shylo looking down at the sand

There were some cliffs at the end of the beach and I thought it could make for some cool photos, so I walked over and climbed the rocks…I think the pictures turned out pretty good.

You can almost make me out in some of them haha 😋.

Shylo on top of the cliffs

After basking in the beautiful views and soaking up some of the sun rays, we got back in the car to continue driving along the coast towards Cape Jarvis.

We were on a time crunch as we had a boat to catch.

It’s all about perspective

Sometimes I wish we had more time to really experience some of the places we quickly stop at and stay longer but truthfully I’m happy just getting to see these places for myself.

I get to say, “Hey, I’ve been there!” which for me is okay. I’ll gladly take it over nothing!

~

As I mentioned before Robe is a historic town and it’s filled with lots of gems.

If you’re making the lovely drive down the Great Ocean Road from Melbourne to Adelaide (or vise versa) and you plan to stop in this town, I’ve noted a few things you can do while here.

~

Things to do in Robe Australia

Visit the Customs House

Custom House in Robe, australia
Photo cred- Empty Nesters Travel Insights

A charming limestone building built in 1863

Visit Robe’s famous Cape Dombey Obelisk

Cape Dombey Obelisk in Robe Australia
Photo cred- Mark Fitzpatrick

Built way back in 1852 to guide ships into Guichen bay and is in danger of disappearing due to its location on the eroding limestone cliffs.

Visit the Old Robe Gaol ruins

Old Robe Gaol ruins in Robe Australia
Photo cred-Liz Harfull

Get your beer on at Robe Town Brewery

Photo cred- Trip advisor

Established in 1869 and focused on using traditional methods of brewing and showing that there is beauty in simplicity.

Taste some delicious wines at Karrata Wines

karrata wines tasting room in Robe Australia
Photo cred- Trip advisor

The tasting room is right in town and is open from 11-4 every day

Eat some delicious seafood

The big lobster in Kingston Australia
Photo cred- Helen Brockhoff

Drive 30 mins to Kingston and see the infamous Big Lobster aka Larry and eat at the restaurant!

Satisfy your sweet tooth at The Icecream shop

The Ice Cream shop in Robe Australia
Photo cred- The Restaurant Guru

Visit the beautiful white sand Long Beach

Long beach in Robe Australia
Photo cred- SATC

A massive 12 km long beach that you can drive on

***

Did you have fun discovering Robe Australia? I know I did.

I love how I never knew this place existed until I happened upon it and now I know so much (I’m using the term “so much” very loosely as well) about it. That’s the beauty of travel and blogging. 

You do research about places you visit and may not have known about otherwise and learn a lot in order to produce posts for others to enjoy.

It’s awesome.

At least I think it is!

Anywho.. that brings us to the end of this short recap.

Until next time, Stay blessed ♡

………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

Always learning, always discovering

Like what you read? Pin Me!