The Surf World Story
As a nation, we share an affinity and connection to our ocean environments, which has helped shape our identity and given us a sense of belonging.
Surfing and beach culture has been synonymous with Torquay and the town continues to emerge as a significant surfing region that is recognized worldwide. 
Surf World is important in preserving, capturing and celebrating the historic achievements, technology and ever-developing surf and beach culture and lifestyle. It features a wide range of high quality, stimulating visual exhibitions and educational programs, which are informative, interactive and accessible for future generations. Surf World is recognized as the largest surfing and beach culture museum in the world, housing The Australian Surfing Hall Of Fame as part of its comprehensive surfing display. It was first opened in December 1993 and in 1994 was recognized as one of the most significant centres of world surfing heritage by the International Surfing Association.

Opening hours
Surf World is open daily from 9am to 5pm, seven days a week excluding Christmas Day.

Self Guided Tours
Surf World allows you to browse through the museum at your own leisure.