Special Places in Torquay
FOR A PEEK INTO HISTORY
A journey back in time is often full of wonder, and fascination.
Torquay and the district have a collection of places that evocatively bring to life a period that once was.
It’s time to put the past in front of us and explore these engrossing heritage attractions.
Bass Strait Crossing Monument
Recognising first flight across Bass Strait.
Buckley’s Well
Reputed site of well used by William Buckley.
Inverlochy Figurehead
Original figurehead gone and replaced with carving.
Scammell Anchor
Anchor points to location of wreck.
WW2 Light Horsemen
Light Horsemen camped in White’s paddock South Beach Road.Â
Torquay Bushfire
1940 bushfire nearly wiped out the town.
Sun Dial
The Torquay Sundial is located at Fisherman’s Beach.