What to do in Illawarra

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Wollongong which includes markets as well as a large group of people

Wollongong South Beach showing surf and general coastal views

Wollongong showing a sandy beach and general coastal views

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What to do in Illawarra

Discover the most popular places to visit in Illawarra

Wollongong South Beach showing rugged coastline and a sandy beach

Wollongong City Beach

4.5/5(411 reviews)

Immerse yourself in the buzzing atmosphere or find your own secluded patch of sand on this vast beach that stretches for miles along the city’s gorgeous coastline.

Kiama Blowhole

4.5/5(383 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Kiama Blowhole, a lovely green space in Kiama. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk

4.5/5(68 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk during your stay in Knights Hill. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Nan Tien Temple

4.5/5(90 reviews)

With a name that translates to “Paradise of the South” in Chinese, this Buddhist temple complex is a modern architectural treasure with cultural exhibitions, a lodge and workshops.

Symbio Wildlife Park

4.5/5(41 reviews)

Why not see the exotic and native animals who call Symbio Wildlife Park home during your travels in Wollongong? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Crown Street Mall

4/5(169 reviews)

Wollongong’s pedestrianized main street is a shopping, dining and entertainment hub where you can join community events and festivities, or shop for a new look.

Wollongong showing a beach, a city and boating

Wollongong Harbor

4.5/5(201 reviews)

Wander to the edge of the scenic breakwater or take in the views of Wollongong’s two lighthouses from a waterfront café at this historic destination.

Sea Cliff Bridge

4.5/5(129 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Wollongong with a trip to Sea Cliff Bridge. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Bulli Lookout

4.5/5(106 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Wollongong with a visit to Bulli Lookout. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Explore areas of Illawarra

Shellharbour

Enjoy the laid-back pace of this pretty New South Wales coastal town. Explore its varied coastline, scenic harbour, local markets and nearby native bushland reserve.

Thirroul

If you're spending some time in Thirroul, Thirroul Beach and McCauleys Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Shell Cove

Travellers like the golf courses in Shell Cove, and The Farm is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Austinmer

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Austinmer. You might want to make time for a stop at Austinmer Beach or Little Austinmer Beach.

Bulli

Bulli is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bulli Beach and Sandon Point Beach.

Wollongong South Beach which includes general coastal views and a beach as well as an individual female

Port Kembla

You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Port Kembla. You might want to make time for a stop at Wollongong City Beach or Breakwater Battery.

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