Wollongong
With 17 pristine patrolled beaches gracing its dramatic coastline, your next great experience is in Wollongong. The exhilarating mix of metropolitan style, seaside living and small town charm is hard to resist. Only 80 km’s south of Sydney, it’s so close, yet a million miles away.
Set against the backdrop of the commanding Illawarra escarpment, Wollongong is NSW’s third largest city and has a proudly diverse culture and history. There is something here for everyone looking to escape the everyday. From family getaways to romantic short breaks, there’s no shortage of ways to fill your days.
The unspoilt beaches are just the start. Wollongong offers everything from action adventure parks and wildlife, to horse riding, hang gliding, sky diving and Harley Davidson tours.
Visit museums on science, aviation, art, and history. Enjoy cultural events such as viva la gong, theatre performances and widely acclaimed national and international musical acts or visit Nan Tien Temple the largest Buddhist Temple in the Southern Hemisphere.
Enjoy some family fun with a day at Symbio Wildlife Park where you can get up close and personal to some of Australia’s most amazing natural wildlife, enjoy the thrill of the Taipan and the other water themed rides at Jamberoo Action Park, or perhaps just enjoy a lazy ride along the cycle way. What ever the desire Wollongong has something to suit everyone.
Take in the natural beauty of the region from any one of the amazing lookouts along the top of the escarpment from Bald Hill, Sublime point and Bulli Scenic reserve in the north to Illawarra Fly Tree Top Walk in the south. Experience the serenity of National Parks from the Royal National Park to Minnamurra Rainforest.
Shop til you drop in Wollongong’s City Centre or at one of the regions Stockland Shopping Centres or find something different at one of the vibrant coastal village boutiques and market days.
Home of the Wollongong ahm Hawks basketball team, as well as the St George Illawarra Dragons rugby league team, Wollongong is no stranger to elite sports, and plays host too many premier sporting events. Get along and enjoy a game with the family and be a part of the atmosphere.
Wollongong has a dazzling array of restaurants and dining experiences that will leave you wishing there were more meals in the day! Feast your senses at one of the seaside restaurants, with spectacular views and the freshest seafood. Try a new cuisine at one of the international cafes, or head to one of the pubs for some of the best fish and chips you’ll find on the coast.
Further information about the Wollongong region is available at www.visitwollongong.com.au
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