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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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A place where the mountains meet the sea, and time slows right down 🌊
Coalcliff is one of those rare coastal gems where surfers glide through gentle swells, ocean pools glisten in the sun, and the towering escarpment reminds you just how wild and beautiful this place really is.
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Jul 25
A place where the mountains meet the sea, and time slows right down 🌊
Coalcliff is one of those rare coastal gems where surfers glide through gentle swells, ocean pools glisten in the sun, and the towering escarpment reminds you just how wild and beautiful this place really is.
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Looking for a fun day out? Here are 5 activities that’ll have you laughing, exploring, and soaking up the best of the region 👇
🌳 Explore the treetops with @illawarrafly: Step into the treetops for a sky-high stroll or zipline through the canopy - your inner explorer will thank you.
🍏 Taste delicious local cider at @darkesglenbernieorchard: Sip your way through award-winning local ciders and soak up the orchard views - cheers to that!
🐋 Go whale-watching with @shellharbourwild: Hop aboard for an ocean adventure and witness the magic of humpbacks cruising along the coast.
🏄♀️ Go stand-up paddleboarding with @supshellharbour: Glide across glassy waters, paddle in hand, and soak up those salty vibes from a whole new angle.
🪂 Jump out of a plane with @skydiveaustralia: Feel your heart race as you soar over the coastline at 15,000 feet - freefall never looked this good.
Weekend plans? Sorted.
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Jul 24
Looking for a fun day out? Here are 5 activities that’ll have you laughing, exploring, and soaking up the best of the region 👇
🌳 Explore the treetops with @illawarrafly: Step into the treetops for a sky-high stroll or zipline through the canopy - your inner explorer will thank you.
🍏 Taste delicious local cider at @darkesglenbernieorchard: Sip your way through award-winning local ciders and soak up the orchard views - cheers to that!
🐋 Go whale-watching with @shellharbourwild: Hop aboard for an ocean adventure and witness the magic of humpbacks cruising along the coast.
🏄♀️ Go stand-up paddleboarding with @supshellharbour: Glide across glassy waters, paddle in hand, and soak up those salty vibes from a whole new angle.
🪂 Jump out of a plane with @skydiveaustralia: Feel your heart race as you soar over the coastline at 15,000 feet - freefall never looked this good.
Weekend plans? Sorted.
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Cold mornings. Warm hearts 🙏
There’s a quiet kind of magic at the Continental Pools - where locals gather, even in the chill, to swim, connect, and share the sunrise ✨
This is what community looks like in Wollongong.
📷: @scottruzzene
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Jul 23
Cold mornings. Warm hearts 🙏
There’s a quiet kind of magic at the Continental Pools - where locals gather, even in the chill, to swim, connect, and share the sunrise ✨
This is what community looks like in Wollongong.
📷: @scottruzzene
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Flavour? Strawberry Cream 🍓 Mood? Bliss.
Get yourself a taste of Wollongong’s sweetest spot at @gelatoemporium, where every scoop is as dreamy as it looks! 🍦
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Jul 22
Flavour? Strawberry Cream 🍓 Mood? Bliss.
Get yourself a taste of Wollongong’s sweetest spot at @gelatoemporium, where every scoop is as dreamy as it looks! 🍦
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Big group catch-up? Birthday bash? Just keen for a cheeky schnitty and a cold one? @towradgibeachhotel has your name all over it.
With a massive beer garden, legendary pub feeds, ice-cold drinks and those good-time vibes, it’s the kind of place you come for lunch... and stay ‘til dinner.
Tag your crew and start planning the next round 🍻👇
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Jul 21
Big group catch-up? Birthday bash? Just keen for a cheeky schnitty and a cold one? @towradgibeachhotel has your name all over it.
With a massive beer garden, legendary pub feeds, ice-cold drinks and those good-time vibes, it’s the kind of place you come for lunch... and stay ‘til dinner.
Tag your crew and start planning the next round 🍻👇
#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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