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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#Wollongong from above as captured by @illawarraphotographer. Only a short drive south of #Sydney, it’s the ultimate weekend escape! #wollongongpressplay #visitwollongong
Feb 17
#Wollongong from above as captured by @illawarraphotographer. Only a short drive south of #Sydney, it’s the ultimate weekend escape! #wollongongpressplay #visitwollongong
Just your standard day in #Wollongong 👌🏽#StanwellPark is one of our most popular spots to cool down on a warm summers day, and with views of our magnificent coastline you'll leave wanting to explore more of #Wollongong and beyond. Photo cred: @rubyblake #wollongongpressplay ...
Feb 14
Just your standard day in #Wollongong 👌🏽#StanwellPark is one of our most popular spots to cool down on a warm summers day, and with views of our magnificent coastline you'll leave wanting to explore more of #Wollongong and beyond. Photo cred: @rubyblake #wollongongpressplay #visitwollongong
The biggest 3 months of events ever in Wollongong is music to our ears. Click the #linkinbio for our comprehensive events guide!
Feb 12
The biggest 3 months of events ever in Wollongong is music to our ears. Click the #linkinbio for our comprehensive events guide!
Stairway to.. #MtKeiraLookout. Enjoy the green pathways along the Mt Keira Ring Trail as you pass through varied terrains and forests of the #IllawarraEscarpment. The Trail is the perfect setting for a casual hike or energetic run. Image: @bushwalkthegong #wollongongpressplay #visitwollongong
Feb 10
Stairway to.. #MtKeiraLookout. Enjoy the green pathways along the Mt Keira Ring Trail as you pass through varied terrains and forests of the #IllawarraEscarpment. The Trail is the perfect setting for a casual hike or energetic run. Image: @bushwalkthegong #wollongongpressplay #visitwollongong
It's only a short drive to #Wollongong, but don't forget to pack the kids to take advantage of these special offers! #linkinbio #wollongongpressplay
Feb 5
It's only a short drive to #Wollongong, but don't forget to pack the kids to take advantage of these special offers! #linkinbio #wollongongpressplay
Next stop... #SeaCliffBridge! Traverse the @grandpacificdrive, drive past spectacular beaches and coastal villages en route to #Wollongong. And don’t forget a stop at #RoyalNationalPark and #BaldHillLookout! Photo cred: @wedronethegong #wollongongpressplay #visitwollongong
Feb 3
Next stop... #SeaCliffBridge! Traverse the @grandpacificdrive, drive past spectacular beaches and coastal villages en route to #Wollongong. And don’t forget a stop at #RoyalNationalPark and #BaldHillLookout! Photo cred: @wedronethegong #wollongongpressplay #visitwollongong
Good morning #Wollongong! 🙌🏽Image: @jason_bowen #wollongongpressplay #visitwollongong
Jan 30
Good morning #Wollongong! 🙌🏽Image: @jason_bowen #wollongongpressplay #visitwollongong
Show your bucket list who's boss this weekend in #Wollongong. Check out our exclusive offers below! #linkinbio #wollongongpressplay
Jan 29
Show your bucket list who's boss this weekend in #Wollongong. Check out our exclusive offers below! #linkinbio #wollongongpressplay
Summer days in #Wollongong. It doesn't get much better than this! #ColedalePool looking rather inviting from above. Did you know that #Coledale is home to a beachside campsite? The perfect summer escape! Image: @_b_u_z_z_e_r_ #wollongongpressplay #visitwollongong
Jan 26
Summer days in #Wollongong. It doesn't get much better than this! #ColedalePool looking rather inviting from above. Did you know that #Coledale is home to a beachside campsite? The perfect summer escape! Image: @_b_u_z_z_e_r_ #wollongongpressplay #visitwollongong
#Wollongong harbour on sunset 😍Image: @thusith.m #wollongongpressplay #visitwollongong
Jan 24
#Wollongong harbour on sunset 😍Image: @thusith.m #wollongongpressplay #visitwollongong
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
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!
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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