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WELCOME TO WOLLONGONG

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!

This is your guide to the best whale watching in Wollongong. From spectacular lookouts, oceanfront venues and whale-watching cruises.

Find the best cosy stays, heart-warming dining options and fun activities to do. Plus find a few winter accommodation deals.

Things to do

Eat & Drink

Accommodation

Dharawal Country Experience

WOLLONGONG PLAYLISTS

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Wollongong's Local Legends

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Be sure to tag your holiday snaps and showcase the beauty of Wollongong to all your friends and family!

Instagram post 18051928609693606 A stunning capture of the moonrise a few days ago in Helensburgh 🌕

📸 @staceyevans_photography 

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A stunning capture of the moonrise a few days ago in Helensburgh 🌕

📸 @staceyevans_photography

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Instagram post 18004029263386627 Book your next holiday at @headlandsaustinmerbeach ☀️ with winter deals and these amazing ocean views. 

Click the link in our bio for more winter escape ideas. 

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Book your next holiday at @headlandsaustinmerbeach ☀️ with winter deals and these amazing ocean views.

Click the link in our bio for more winter escape ideas.

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#pressplay #grandpacificdrive #visitwollongong #seeaustralia #seeaustralia #southcoastnsw #NSW #hiddengems #weekendgetaway #wollongongpressplay #southcoast #foodie #beaches
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Instagram post 17874773640128314 Surfs up at McCauley’s Beach 🏄‍♂️

📸 @belindadoyledesign 

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Surfs up at McCauley’s Beach 🏄‍♂️

📸 @belindadoyledesign

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Instagram post 18121649554369613 Start your day right at the #seacliffbridge ☀️ a beautiful walk or ride where you can soak in the ocean and escarpment views. 

📸 @willcucko

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#pressplay #grandpacificdrive #visitwollongong #seeaustralia #seeaustralia #southcoastnsw #NSW #hiddengems #weekendgetaway  #wollongongpressplay #southcoast #foodie #beaches

Start your day right at the #seacliffbridge ☀️ a beautiful walk or ride where you can soak in the ocean and escarpment views.

📸 @willcucko

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Instagram post 17871932067135252 Watching the sunrise over Flagstaff Hill 🌅

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Watching the sunrise over Flagstaff Hill 🌅

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Dharawal Country

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

Visitor Information Centre

Prefer to chat to a local face-to-face to find the best places to eat, play and stay in Wollongong? We have got you covered.

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