Discover a slower side of Wollongong this spring, with coastal adventures, local food, wellness experiences, events and places to stay. Find inspiration for your next getaway, explore special offers and enter to win a spring reset.
You’ll find us just 80km south of Sydney – with an escape-worthy collection of world-class beaches, playful adventures, eats, arts and iconic attractions. So, are you ready? Let’s GO!
Discover a slower side of Wollongong this spring, with coastal adventures, local food, wellness experiences, events and places to stay. Find inspiration for your next getaway, explore special offers and enter to win a spring reset.
You’ve heard of Wollongong – but have you met its villages? The Illawarra is home to some of the most beautiful and underrated villages on the NSW coast, and we’re shining a light on a few more hidden gems. Start exploring our beautiful region today!
Ready to press PLAY on a Wollongong adventure that suits you?
We’re positively bursting with itineraries – choose the one that speaks to you…
Stuck on where to start? We’ve got you. Whether you’re here for sun-soaked beach days, adrenaline-pumping adventures, or the ultimate foodie road trip, Wollongong serves up epic experiences on demand.
Dive into our curated itineraries and insider guides – crafted to help you maximise the good times and minimise the guesswork. From weekend escapes to hidden gems, we’ve done the planning so you can get straight to the fun.
Ready to explore? Let’s go!
Meet Wollongong: the coastal city where the escarpment meets the sea, and your next weekend getaway from Canberra 😍
Catch the sunrise over the ocean, swim in an ocean rock pool, hike up into the rainforest on the escarpment, then find a lookout for sunset. It’s a beach break and a mountain escape in one trip, no plane ticket needed 😉
📍 Follow @visitwollongong for more ideas & inspo on what to see, eat & do on the NSW South Coast.
Oct 27
Meet Wollongong: the coastal city where the escarpment meets the sea, and your next weekend getaway from Canberra 😍
Catch the sunrise over the ocean, swim in an ocean rock pool, hike up into the rainforest on the escarpment, then find a lookout for sunset. It’s a beach break and a mountain escape in one trip, no plane ticket needed 😉
📍 Follow @visitwollongong for more ideas & inspo on what to see, eat & do on the NSW South Coast.
Meet Wollongong: the coastal city where the escarpment meets the sea, and your next weekend getaway from Sydney 😍
Catch the sunrise over the ocean, swim in an ocean rock pool, hike up into the rainforest on the escarpment, then find a lookout for sunset. It’s a beach break and a mountain escape in one trip, no plane ticket needed 😉
📍 Follow @visitwollongong for more ideas & inspo on what to see, eat & do on the NSW South Coast.
Oct 27
Meet Wollongong: the coastal city where the escarpment meets the sea, and your next weekend getaway from Sydney 😍
Catch the sunrise over the ocean, swim in an ocean rock pool, hike up into the rainforest on the escarpment, then find a lookout for sunset. It’s a beach break and a mountain escape in one trip, no plane ticket needed 😉
📍 Follow @visitwollongong for more ideas & inspo on what to see, eat & do on the NSW South Coast.
Rock pools at sunrise, rainforest tracks, lookouts that stop you mid-sentence and a beach for every kind of day. Wollongong’s natural icons stretch from the top of the escarpment right down to the edge of the sea.
We’ve rounded up 36 of our favourite natural spots across the region. Give yourself one point for every one you’ve visited, then tell us your score in the comments!
0 to 9: Time to plan a trip down the coast.
🙂 10 to 18: You’re off to a solid start.
😋 19 to 27: You know your way around.
😍 28 to 36: You’re a certified Illawarra local.
Planning your next coastal escape from Sydney or Canberra? The spots you haven’t ticked off yet make a pretty good itinerary 😉
#visitwollongong #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Oct 26
Rock pools at sunrise, rainforest tracks, lookouts that stop you mid-sentence and a beach for every kind of day. Wollongong’s natural icons stretch from the top of the escarpment right down to the edge of the sea.
We’ve rounded up 36 of our favourite natural spots across the region. Give yourself one point for every one you’ve visited, then tell us your score in the comments!
0 to 9: Time to plan a trip down the coast.
🙂 10 to 18: You’re off to a solid start.
😋 19 to 27: You know your way around.
😍 28 to 36: You’re a certified Illawarra local.
Planning your next coastal escape from Sydney or Canberra? The spots you haven’t ticked off yet make a pretty good itinerary 😉
#visitwollongong #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Summer with the kids doesn’t need a big budget, just a bit of sunscreen and a loose plan 🙌🏼
@visitwollongong had plenty of free ways to fill those long days, from salty morning swims to sunset walks and everything in between. Pack the snacks, grab the towels and let the kids lead the way!
Whether you’re local or heading down from Sydney or Canberra, the coast is ready when you are 🌊
Which one are your kids picking first? 👇🏼
Oct 26
Summer with the kids doesn’t need a big budget, just a bit of sunscreen and a loose plan 🙌🏼
@visitwollongong had plenty of free ways to fill those long days, from salty morning swims to sunset walks and everything in between. Pack the snacks, grab the towels and let the kids lead the way!
Whether you’re local or heading down from Sydney or Canberra, the coast is ready when you are 🌊
Which one are your kids picking first? 👇🏼
A little less screen time. A little more sea breeze, winding trails and time outside.
Sounds like a weekend in Wollongong to us! 🌿🌊
#visitwollongong #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Oct 23
A little less screen time. A little more sea breeze, winding trails and time outside.
Sounds like a weekend in Wollongong to us! 🌿🌊
#visitwollongong #feelnsw #seeaustralia
We would like to acknowledge Aboriginal people and their cultural and spiritual connection to this land. As you travel through the Illawarra immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Dharawal Country.
Image credit: Richard Campbell
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