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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.
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Buns, beef and pure burger bliss. From juicy classics to creative twists, here are a few of our favourite burger spots around Wollongong that always hit the spot:
🍔 @resinbrewing: Craft beer and killer burgers – name a better combo. This laid-back brewery in Bulli dishes up next-level burgers (the Double Cheeseburger is legendary) and a chilled vibe to match.
🍔 @sneakyburger_co: Big flavour, no fuss. With locations in Wollongong CBD and Albion Park, Sneaky Burger nails the perfect mix of quality and value. Don’t miss The Fat Sanchez or their Sneaky Signature – they’re local icons for a reason.
🍔 @his_boy_elroy: Good food, cold beer and community vibes – that’s the His Boy Elroy way. Their Fat Boy Deluxe is a must-try: juicy, messy, and downright delicious.
🍔 @unclegeorges: The new kid shaking up Wollongong’s burger scene. Serving up wagyu and black angus beef burgers, crispy chicken and creamy gelato shakes – bold, fresh and full of flavour.
Where’s your go-to burger spot in the Gong? Tag your favourite in the comments and settle the debate once and for all!
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Nov 5
Buns, beef and pure burger bliss. From juicy classics to creative twists, here are a few of our favourite burger spots around Wollongong that always hit the spot:
🍔 @resinbrewing: Craft beer and killer burgers – name a better combo. This laid-back brewery in Bulli dishes up next-level burgers (the Double Cheeseburger is legendary) and a chilled vibe to match.
🍔 @sneakyburger_co: Big flavour, no fuss. With locations in Wollongong CBD and Albion Park, Sneaky Burger nails the perfect mix of quality and value. Don’t miss The Fat Sanchez or their Sneaky Signature – they’re local icons for a reason.
🍔 @his_boy_elroy: Good food, cold beer and community vibes – that’s the His Boy Elroy way. Their Fat Boy Deluxe is a must-try: juicy, messy, and downright delicious.
🍔 @unclegeorges: The new kid shaking up Wollongong’s burger scene. Serving up wagyu and black angus beef burgers, crispy chicken and creamy gelato shakes – bold, fresh and full of flavour.
Where’s your go-to burger spot in the Gong? Tag your favourite in the comments and settle the debate once and for all!
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Looking for the perfect stay that feels like home (but better)? Discover some of Wollongong’s best self-contained stays – where comfort, style and independence meet by the coast:
🌴 @surfside22hotel: Palm Springs meets the sea at this reimagined mid-century gem. Stylish rooms with kitchens and beachside vibes just steps from Wollongong’s top spots.
🌊 @wollongongresort: Beachfront cabins, powered sites and endless fun. Enjoy the heated pool, spas, tennis, mini golf and all the space you need to unwind.
✨ @argo_serviced_apartments: Spacious, modern and effortlessly luxe. Think full kitchens, king beds, smart TVs, and balconies perfect for soaking up the sun.
Ready to make yourself at home in Wollongong? Save this post or share it with your travel buddy and start planning your next coastal stay!
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Nov 4
Looking for the perfect stay that feels like home (but better)? Discover some of Wollongong’s best self-contained stays – where comfort, style and independence meet by the coast:
🌴 @surfside22hotel: Palm Springs meets the sea at this reimagined mid-century gem. Stylish rooms with kitchens and beachside vibes just steps from Wollongong’s top spots.
🌊 @wollongongresort: Beachfront cabins, powered sites and endless fun. Enjoy the heated pool, spas, tennis, mini golf and all the space you need to unwind.
✨ @argo_serviced_apartments: Spacious, modern and effortlessly luxe. Think full kitchens, king beds, smart TVs, and balconies perfect for soaking up the sun.
Ready to make yourself at home in Wollongong? Save this post or share it with your travel buddy and start planning your next coastal stay!
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Stay a little longer – your wallet will thank you!
Make your getaway go even further this November with @wollongongtouristparks. The longer you stay, the more you save – it’s that simple.
✨ Stay 4, Pay 3 – one night’s on us
✨ Stay 7, Pay 5 – two free nights for the ultimate week away
✨ Half-Rate Sundays – why rush home when you can chill for half price?
More nights mean more time to soak up the sun, hit the beach, and unwind by the coast. With parks in Bulli, Corrimal, and Windang, you’ll have your pick of prime seaside spots along the stunning Illawarra coastline.
🏕️ Book direct via the website or call reception to lock in your next coastal escape.
T&Cs apply. Stay Pay offers apply to cabins only.
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia #wollongongtouristparks
Nov 3
Stay a little longer – your wallet will thank you!
Make your getaway go even further this November with @wollongongtouristparks. The longer you stay, the more you save – it’s that simple.
✨ Stay 4, Pay 3 – one night’s on us
✨ Stay 7, Pay 5 – two free nights for the ultimate week away
✨ Half-Rate Sundays – why rush home when you can chill for half price?
More nights mean more time to soak up the sun, hit the beach, and unwind by the coast. With parks in Bulli, Corrimal, and Windang, you’ll have your pick of prime seaside spots along the stunning Illawarra coastline.
🏕️ Book direct via the website or call reception to lock in your next coastal escape.
T&Cs apply. Stay Pay offers apply to cabins only.
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia #wollongongtouristparks
Stay here. Eat this. Do that 👇🏼
🛌 Check into Resort on Cedar at @clubwindang for a relaxing coastal escape.
🥟 Grab $1 dumplings and rooftop vibes at @humberbar.
🌿 Wander through nature’s beauty at @wollongongbotanicgarden.
📍 Which one are you ticking off first?
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Nov 2
Stay here. Eat this. Do that 👇🏼
🛌 Check into Resort on Cedar at @clubwindang for a relaxing coastal escape.
🥟 Grab $1 dumplings and rooftop vibes at @humberbar.
🌿 Wander through nature’s beauty at @wollongongbotanicgarden.
📍 Which one are you ticking off first?
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #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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