Attractions and Adventure

The Illawarra is home to many sites of natural and cultural significance. Find out what the Wollongong attractions have to offer you. Any day can be an adventure, see the latest in upcoming events.

Attractions You Should Visit

Visit the latest attractions

Flip Out Albion Park

Flipping Fun for Everyone

182 Princes Highway Albion Park Rail New South Wales 2527

Urban Rec Wollongong - Social Sports for Adults

Get fit, have FUN, make new friends! More than sport!

Wollongong

Hangdog Climbing Gym

With over 100 kid friendly climbs, a specialised Kids Club program, and an adventurous cave set-up, we've got you covered. Get an ice cream cake and 2 guests for FREE with your party booking!

Hangdog Climbing Gym 130 Auburn Street Coniston New South Wales 2500

WIN Stadium

Home to the biggest sport and entertainment events in the Illawarra!

Corner of Crown & Harbour Streets Wollongong

Five Barrel Brewing

The second brewery to hit Wollongong is smashing out a range of great craft beers. Open for tastings and can sales.

318 Keira Street Wollongong New South Wales 2500

Early Start Discovery Space - Where Curious Minds Play!

Where Curious Minds Play! Australia's only dedicated children's museum and the worlds first on a university campus!

Building 21 University of Wollongong Northfields Avenue Keiraville NSW 2500

Illawarra Light Railway Museum

Experience steam train rides at the historical Illawarra Light Railway Museum - an educational, FUN and interactive day out all ages!

Illawarra Light Railway Museum 48a Tongarra Road Albion Park Rail New South Wales 2527

Healthy Cities Illawarra

Creating inclusive, thriving communities across Wollongong & the Illawarra

Wollongong and the Illawarra New South Wales

Skydive Australia

Wollongong Locals offer with Skydive Australia - get $25 off! Limited time only!

North Wollongong New South Wales

What's happening?

Discover the latest and upcoming attractions and events.

MMJ Wollongong Aquathon

Illawarra's favourite all ages, community fitness event is back for edition number 26 in 2026!

Wollongong Harbour Endeavour Dr Wollongong New South Wales 2500

January 26, 2026

2025 MS Gong Ride

Australia’s most epic cycling event from Sydney to Wollongong.

Wollongong

November 2, 2025

Farm Play & Picnic Days at Green Connect

Join us at the beautiful Green Connect Farm for an exciting session of outdoor play and farm exploration!

Green Connect 6 Anna Avenue Warrawong New South Wales 2502

November 28, 2025

The Gong Raceday

Experience the excitement of the Spring Carnival at The Illawarra Turf Club’s premier race!

Kembla Grange Racecourse 401 Princes Highway Kembla Grange New South Wales 2526

November 22, 2025

The Icon - Melbourne Cup After-Party with Reminisce

The after party that stops a nation!

The Icon 10 Town Hall Place Wollongong New South Wales 2500

November 4, 2025

City Motors Group Raceday - Kembla Grange Racecourse

Join in for the prelude to Kembla Grange Racecourse's biggest day of the year

Kembla Grange Racecourse 401 Princes Highway Kembla Grange New South Wales 2526

November 15, 2025

Nitro Circus

Nitro Circus is coming to WIN Stadium for one night only!

WIN Stadium 46 Harbour Street Wollongong New South Wales 2500

November 7, 2025

Stay 7 Pay 5 Special at Culburra Beach

Make the most of your beachside getaway at Holiday Haven Culburra Beach – stay longer and soak it all…

2a Prince Edward Avenue Culburra Beach New South Wales 2540

September 15, 2025 - December 14, 2025

Spartan Stadion

An adrenaline-fueled obstacle race!

WIN Stadium 49 Harbour Street Wollongong New South Wales 2500

November 29, 2025

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