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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!

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Tips from the locals

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Today is International Lighthouse Day and what's more fitting than celebrating not one, but two! 🙌 #Wollongong is the only place on the east coast of #Australia with two lighthouses. They’re a part of our history and have comforted travellers, guided them and kept them safe-and not to ...

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Instagram post 17910922144471089 Today is International Lighthouse Day and what's more fitting than celebrating not one, but two! 🙌 #Wollongong is the only place on the east coast of #Australia with two lighthouses. They’re a part of our history and have comforted travellers, guided them and kept them safe-and not to mention they sit atop some of the best views over our city. 📸: goodvibez_personalfitness #visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay

Today is International Lighthouse Day and what's more fitting than celebrating not one, but two! 🙌 #Wollongong is the only place on the east coast of #Australia with two lighthouses. They’re a part of our history and have comforted travellers, guided them and kept them safe-and not to mention they sit atop some of the best views over our city. 📸: goodvibez_personalfitness #visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay ...

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Oh Millie, you always put a smile on our face! 😍 Image: @symbiowildlifepark #visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay

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Instagram post 17877810889738928 Oh Millie, you always put a smile on our face! 😍 Image: @symbiowildlifepark #visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay

Oh Millie, you always put a smile on our face! 😍 Image: @symbiowildlifepark #visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay ...

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These are our kind of Monday blues 😁 #Wollongong is home to nine ocean rockpools located along our spectacular coastline from #Coalcliff in the north to Wollongong in the south. So take your pick! Image: @oneill.photo #visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay

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Instagram post 17866832005945679 These are our kind of Monday blues 😁 #Wollongong is home to nine ocean rockpools located along our spectacular coastline from #Coalcliff in the north to Wollongong in the south. So take your pick! Image: @oneill.photo #visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay

These are our kind of Monday blues 😁 #Wollongong is home to nine ocean rockpools located along our spectacular coastline from #Coalcliff in the north to Wollongong in the south. So take your pick! Image: @oneill.photo #visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay ...

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Starting the weekend in style with @picnicbythesea 🙌 #visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay

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Instagram post 18114358975135696 Starting the weekend in style with @picnicbythesea 🙌 #visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay

Starting the weekend in style with @picnicbythesea 🙌 #visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay ...

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Golf with a view from the 7th green at @the19th_wollongonggolfclub 🙌⛳️ Image by @33scottcampbell

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Instagram post 18078844588206229 Golf with a view from the 7th green at @the19th_wollongonggolfclub 🙌⛳️ Image by @33scottcampbell

Golf with a view from the 7th green at @the19th_wollongonggolfclub 🙌⛳️ Image by @33scottcampbell ...

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When the #Wollongong coastline looks picture-perfect even on stormy days 😁 Yesterday’s view from #BaldHillLookout looking south towards #SeaCliffBridge and Wollongong. Note: Lawrence Hargrave Drive is temporarily closed at Stanwell Park, access to Wollongong is via the M1 Motorway. 📸 ...

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Jul 27

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Instagram post 18072329440214242 When the #Wollongong coastline looks picture-perfect even on stormy days 😁 Yesterday’s view from #BaldHillLookout looking south towards #SeaCliffBridge and Wollongong. Note: Lawrence Hargrave Drive is temporarily closed at Stanwell Park, access to Wollongong is via the M1 Motorway. 📸 @lankansadventures #visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay

When the #Wollongong coastline looks picture-perfect even on stormy days 😁 Yesterday’s view from #BaldHillLookout looking south towards #SeaCliffBridge and Wollongong. Note: Lawrence Hargrave Drive is temporarily closed at Stanwell Park, access to Wollongong is via the M1 Motorway. 📸 @lankansadventures #visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay ...

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When this dreamy waterfall is your relaxing soundtrack what's not to love! Offering walking trails and lookouts, #KellyFalls is one of the most popular spots to explore within the #IllawarraEscarpment. Enjoy one of four scenic lookouts and walking tracks linking to #StanwellPark. 📸: ...

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Jul 22

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Instagram post 18023967397301928 When this dreamy waterfall is your relaxing soundtrack what's not to love! Offering walking trails and lookouts, #KellyFalls is one of the most popular spots to explore within the #IllawarraEscarpment. Enjoy one of four scenic lookouts and walking tracks linking to #StanwellPark. 📸: @jennyjusits #visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay

When this dreamy waterfall is your relaxing soundtrack what's not to love! Offering walking trails and lookouts, #KellyFalls is one of the most popular spots to explore within the #IllawarraEscarpment. Enjoy one of four scenic lookouts and walking tracks linking to #StanwellPark. 📸: @jennyjusits #visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay ...

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#Wollongong, you beauty! We’re loving this shot over #FlagstaffHill, captured by @braydenshelley 👏 #visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay

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Jul 20

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Instagram post 17872560271806802 #Wollongong, you beauty! We’re loving this shot over #FlagstaffHill, captured by @braydenshelley 👏 #visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay

#Wollongong, you beauty! We’re loving this shot over #FlagstaffHill, captured by @braydenshelley 👏 #visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay ...

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The best seat in the house! @jamied9486 captured this shot from #MountKembla Summit and what a beauty it is 🙌 It's a significant Aboriginal site that takes in stunning scenic rainforest and the Mount Kembla Ring Track, a 5.3km loop ideal for experienced bushwalkers #wollongongpressplay ...

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Instagram post 17873260177780911 The best seat in the house! @jamied9486 captured this shot from #MountKembla Summit and what a beauty it is 🙌 It's a significant Aboriginal site that takes in stunning scenic rainforest and the Mount Kembla Ring Track, a 5.3km loop ideal for experienced bushwalkers #wollongongpressplay #visitwollongong

The best seat in the house! @jamied9486 captured this shot from #MountKembla Summit and what a beauty it is 🙌 It's a significant Aboriginal site that takes in stunning scenic rainforest and the Mount Kembla Ring Track, a 5.3km loop ideal for experienced bushwalkers #wollongongpressplay #visitwollongong ...

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Take a moment to soak up the serenity over #LakeIllawarra, only a short drive south of #Wollongong 🙌 Shot captured by @mark_howardimages #visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay

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Instagram post 17874802387774707 Take a moment to soak up the serenity over #LakeIllawarra, only a short drive south of #Wollongong 🙌 Shot captured by @mark_howardimages #visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay

Take a moment to soak up the serenity over #LakeIllawarra, only a short drive south of #Wollongong 🙌 Shot captured by @mark_howardimages #visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay ...

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Dharawal Country

We would like to acknowledge Aboriginal people and their cultural and spiritual connection to this land. Their stories are written in the land and hold great significance to Aboriginal people from the mountains to the sea. As you travel through the Illawarra immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Dharawal Country.

Image credit: Richard Campbell

Destination Wollongong Reconciliation Action Plan
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Visitor Info Centres

Prefer to chat to a local face-to-face to find the best places to eat, play and stay in Wollongong? Then come and visit us at one of our two Visitor Information Centres!

Touring Around Wollongong & Surrounds

Once one of NSW’s best kept secrets, Wollongong has in recent years been “discovered” as a vibrant city “playground” filled with outdoor lifestyle, art, culture, sports and so much more.

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