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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!
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Stay here. Eat this. Do that 👇
🌊 Wake up by the waves at Surfside 22
🦀 Twirl into crab linguine heaven at The Boathouse North Wollongong
🪂 Take the leap of a lifetime with Skydive Australia
From sunrise stays to seafood feasts and sky-high thrills – Wollongong’s calling your name.
📍 Drop this in the group chat and start planning that coastal escape.
Aug 14
Stay here. Eat this. Do that 👇
🌊 Wake up by the waves at Surfside 22
🦀 Twirl into crab linguine heaven at The Boathouse North Wollongong
🪂 Take the leap of a lifetime with Skydive Australia
From sunrise stays to seafood feasts and sky-high thrills – Wollongong’s calling your name.
📍 Drop this in the group chat and start planning that coastal escape.
Some things just make sense in Wollongong, you know? 🤭
What would you add? Go on, tell us in the comments!
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Aug 13
Some things just make sense in Wollongong, you know? 🤭
What would you add? Go on, tell us in the comments!
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Do NOT come to Wollongong without knowing these tips! ✋
🚍 Wollongong’s free shuttle bus is your best friend - the Gong Shuttle loops around key parts of the city, and is totally free.
🏊♀️ Check the flags before you swim - Wollongong has over a dozen patrolled beaches, but not all are patrolled year-round.
🚴♀️ Bring a bike, or hire one locally - there are so many cycle paths and route to choose from!
🌅 Don’t skip the sunrise - Wollongong faces east, which means the sunrises here are stunning.
🍴 Book that table in advance - Wollongong’s food scene is popping off. Don’t risk turning up hangry, lock it in early.
✨ Head north for some hidden gems - the northern suburbs are packed with charm, beaches, art, and more!
🎶 Plan your visit around an event - From beachside gigs to sports, there’s always something happening!
What tips would you add for visitors coming to Wollongong? Tell us in the comments!
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Aug 13
Do NOT come to Wollongong without knowing these tips! ✋
🚍 Wollongong’s free shuttle bus is your best friend - the Gong Shuttle loops around key parts of the city, and is totally free.
🏊♀️ Check the flags before you swim - Wollongong has over a dozen patrolled beaches, but not all are patrolled year-round.
🚴♀️ Bring a bike, or hire one locally - there are so many cycle paths and route to choose from!
🌅 Don’t skip the sunrise - Wollongong faces east, which means the sunrises here are stunning.
🍴 Book that table in advance - Wollongong’s food scene is popping off. Don’t risk turning up hangry, lock it in early.
✨ Head north for some hidden gems - the northern suburbs are packed with charm, beaches, art, and more!
🎶 Plan your visit around an event - From beachside gigs to sports, there’s always something happening!
What tips would you add for visitors coming to Wollongong? Tell us in the comments!
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia
@taylorswift is in her showgirl era, Wollongong is always in our sunrise era, and yes - our social person is a Swiftie 🧡😉
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia #taylorswift #thelifeofashowgirl
Aug 13
@taylorswift is in her showgirl era, Wollongong is always in our sunrise era, and yes - our social person is a Swiftie 🧡😉
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia #taylorswift #thelifeofashowgirl
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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