Australian National Surfing Museum
77 Beach Road, Torquay, Victoria, Australia
About Australian National Surfing Museum
Welcome to the Australian National Surfing Museum, located at 77 Beach Road in Torquay, Australia. As the world's largest surfing museum, we invite you to discover the fun, fear, color, and beauty of riding waves through our extensive collection.
From its earliest days, surfing has been a platform for self-expression, allowing surfers to personalize their equipment and shape surfboards in unique and meaningful ways. Our museum showcases the artistry and cultural significance of surfboard decoration, highlighting the connection between surfers and their craft.
At the Australian National Surfing Museum, we celebrate Australia's significant contribution to the development of surfing worldwide. Through vibrant and exciting permanent displays, we showcase an extraordinary collection of surfcraft, important surfing artifacts, and memorabilia, paying tribute to Australia's rich surfing heritage.
Immerse yourself in one of Australia's most popular pastimes as you explore our museum. Experience the sense of fun that surfing brings and marvel at the changes that have taken place over the years. Our displays range from century-old "dinosaur" slabs to modern water-rockets, showcasing the evolution of surfboard designs and materials.
Don't miss the world's most iconic surfing trophies from the longest-running surfing contest in the world. Additionally, our Australian Surfing Hall of Fame honors the "Titans" of Australian surfing, recognizing their success, contributions, and achievements.
Take a stroll along the Boardwalk to witness the evolution of surfboard designs, from historic solid timber boards to contemporary composite construction craft. Our Surf Culture displays feature a diverse range of important artifacts, artworks, trophies, historic photos, books, clothing, wetsuits, and memorabilia, reflecting different eras from the past 100 years.
For those interested in the history of surfing, our museum offers a captivating experience. Discover the evolution of boards, the technology behind creating exceptional surfboards, and the rich history of this ancient craft. Allow yourself enough time to explore the museum fully, including the 90-minute feature film that plays in our theater.
We pride ourselves on providing fantastic service to our visitors, ensuring that your experience at the Australian National Surfing Museum is memorable. While there is a nominal entry fee of approximately $12.50, we believe it is well worth the price. If you are a fan of surfing or simply interested in learning more about this fascinating sport, our museum is a must-visit attraction.
Please note that our general admission prices allow for self-guided tours with no time limit. If you are planning a group visit, we offer special discounts. For more information, please visit our Education/Group Tours section on our website.
To contact us, please call 03 5261 4606 or email us at ansm@surfcoast.vic.gov.au. Our address is 77 Beach Road, Torquay, Victoria 3228.
As we honor the lands of the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin nation, we acknowledge them as the Traditional Owners and Protectors of this place. We extend our respect to their Elders, both past and present, as well as to all First Nation countries across this land.
Experience the history, culture, and beauty of surfing at the Australian National Surfing Museum. We look forward to sharing our passion for this incredible sport with you.
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3228/77 Beach Rd, Torquay VIC 3228, Australia
Opening hours of Australian National Surfing Museum
Monday:
09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday:
09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday:
09:00 - 17:00
Thursday:
09:00 - 17:00
Friday:
09:00 - 17:00
Saturday:
09:00 - 17:00
Sunday:
09:00 - 17:00
Reviews of Australian National Surfing Museum
"An excellent insight into Australian/world surfing history. Must see if you're a surfer or a visitor in Torquay"
"This is a well presented timeline of the surfing history. I enjoyed walking around. Respectful entry price and would recommend this museum to everyone any age. One small disappointment was to see the McCoy boards in a dark corner, not to be noticed."
"Stopped in on a weekend away. I was really impressed with the items in the collection and didn't realise surfing was such an old craft. I learned a lot about the history of surfing, the evolution of the boards and the technology that goes into making a great board. We spent about 1.5 hours in the museum but there us a 90 minute feature film that shows in the theatre, so allow more time if you want to watch the whole thing."
"If you enjoy the surf culture and lifestyle. You wont to know the history of surfing in Australia, This is well worth a visit."
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