Bundle up and get out there – the July school holidays are packed with family fun in Wollongong. Exciting events, hands-on activities, outdoor adventures and exclusive offers from local businesses, all in one place.
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!
Bundle up and get out there – the July school holidays are packed with family fun in Wollongong. Exciting events, hands-on activities, outdoor adventures and exclusive offers from local businesses, all in one place.
You’ve heard of Wollongong – but have you met its villages? The Illawarra is home to some of the most beautiful and underrated villages on the NSW coast, and we’re shining a light on a few more hidden gems. Start exploring our beautiful region today!
Ready to press PLAY on a Wollongong adventure that suits you?
We’re positively bursting with itineraries – choose the one that speaks to you…
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.
Ready to explore? Let’s go!
Wollongong`s club dining scene has quietly become one of the best ways to eat well, spend time with people you like and not break the bank doing it.
Five clubs, five different vibes, all worth your time.
📍 @collegians_rlfc
📍 @thefraternityclub
📍 @thebuildersclub
📍 @clubwindang
📍 @wollongonggolfclub
Which one are you adding to the list first?
#visitwollongong #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Jun 25
Wollongong`s club dining scene has quietly become one of the best ways to eat well, spend time with people you like and not break the bank doing it.
Five clubs, five different vibes, all worth your time.
📍 @collegians_rlfc
📍 @thefraternityclub
📍 @thebuildersclub
📍 @clubwindang
📍 @wollongonggolfclub
Which one are you adding to the list first?
#visitwollongong #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Art is subjective. Just ask the @harlemglobetrotters 😉🌴
These legends are coming to Wollongong for their 100 Year Tour and trust us, you do not want to miss it.
Gravity-defying dunks, jaw-dropping tricks and 100 years of thrills, laughs and joy - all live at @win_entertainment_centre on 6 July. Grab your tickets now! 🏀
#visitwollongong #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Jun 24
Art is subjective. Just ask the @harlemglobetrotters 😉🌴
These legends are coming to Wollongong for their 100 Year Tour and trust us, you do not want to miss it.
Gravity-defying dunks, jaw-dropping tricks and 100 years of thrills, laughs and joy - all live at @win_entertainment_centre on 6 July. Grab your tickets now! 🏀
#visitwollongong #feelnsw #seeaustralia
There’s something the forest does to you when you stop rushing through it. The light shifts. Your shoulders drop. Your breath slows.
Shinrin-yoku, the Japanese practice of forest bathing, has been doing this to people for centuries.
Turns out the Illawarra Escarpment is very good at it too 🌿
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #feelnsw
Jun 23
There’s something the forest does to you when you stop rushing through it. The light shifts. Your shoulders drop. Your breath slows.
Shinrin-yoku, the Japanese practice of forest bathing, has been doing this to people for centuries.
Turns out the Illawarra Escarpment is very good at it too 🌿
#visitwollongong #visitnsw #feelnsw
The best family trips are the ones where the adults have just as much fun 🙌
@uowdiscoveryspace is designed for exactly that - interactive play, sensory experiences and creative programs built for children from birth to 10, and the people who love them.
Open every day from 9am. Plan your visit today! 💙
📍 @uowdiscoveryspace
#visitwollongong #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Jun 22
The best family trips are the ones where the adults have just as much fun 🙌
@uowdiscoveryspace is designed for exactly that - interactive play, sensory experiences and creative programs built for children from birth to 10, and the people who love them.
Open every day from 9am. Plan your visit today! 💙
📍 @uowdiscoveryspace
#visitwollongong #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Sun or showers - the Illawarra has a family adventure for every kind of day 🌿
Whatever the weather brings, there`s always something worth getting out for. Swipe through and save this for your next family day out!
#visitwollongong #feelnsw #seeaustralia
Jun 20
Sun or showers - the Illawarra has a family adventure for every kind of day 🌿
Whatever the weather brings, there`s always something worth getting out for. Swipe through and save this for your next family day out!
#visitwollongong #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
Prefer to chat to a local face-to-face to find the best places to eat, play and stay in Wollongong? We’ve got you covered.
