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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.

Looking for the best family activities in Wollongong? Look no further! Discover a fantastic selection of ideas that will entertain the whole family. 

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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!

If this vibe, or this one, or that one speaks to your soul, welcome to your happy place! 🌊

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If this vibe, or this one, or that one speaks to your soul, welcome to your happy place! 🌊

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Sipping your morning brew surrounded by nature? Sounds like the perfect start to the day! ☀️☕️

@mountkemblavillagehotel’s cafe is the lush escape you didn’t know you needed. Open Tues to Sun from 8am, you can come and start your day the right way. Fancy a cuppa?

#visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia #seeaustralia #southcoastnsw #mountkembla

Sipping your morning brew surrounded by nature? Sounds like the perfect start to the day! ☀️☕️

@mountkemblavillagehotel’s cafe is the lush escape you didn’t know you needed. Open Tues to Sun from 8am, you can come and start your day the right way. Fancy a cuppa?

#visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia #seeaustralia #southcoastnsw #mountkembla
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Is Sandon Point calling your name? 🌊 

Whether it's catching epic waves or soaking up those golden coastal vibes, this is where the magic happens! Who’s ready for a day of surf and sun?

#visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia #southcoastnsw #sandonpoint

Is Sandon Point calling your name? 🌊

Whether it`s catching epic waves or soaking up those golden coastal vibes, this is where the magic happens! Who’s ready for a day of surf and sun?

#visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia #southcoastnsw #sandonpoint
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We are so excited to welcome the 2025 World Triathlon Championship Finals in October 2025 👏

In a proud moment for the region, a show reel highlighting the natural beauty and world-class amenities of Wollongong and the wider Illawarra region is being showcased to delegates attending the 2024 World Triathlon Congress in Torremolinos, Spain recently. The show reel, designed to capture the essence of Wollongong, will give the international triathlon community a glimpse of what awaits them in 2025! 😍

#visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay  #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia #southcoastnsw #austriathlon

We are so excited to welcome the 2025 World Triathlon Championship Finals in October 2025 👏

In a proud moment for the region, a show reel highlighting the natural beauty and world-class amenities of Wollongong and the wider Illawarra region is being showcased to delegates attending the 2024 World Triathlon Congress in Torremolinos, Spain recently. The show reel, designed to capture the essence of Wollongong, will give the international triathlon community a glimpse of what awaits them in 2025! 😍

#visitwollongong #wollongongpressplay #visitnsw #feelnsw #seeaustralia #southcoastnsw #austriathlon
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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’ve got you covered.

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