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

Bush Magic Adventures / Bush Magic Therapy

Child-led, inclusive, therapeutic, nature-based programs.

Avondale & Keiraville

UOW Science Space Wollongong

Interactive science FUN! Largest hands-on science centre in NSW!

Innovation Campus Innovation Campus

Mobile Revolution Archery Tag

Draw your bow, a NEW revolution has begun. Mobile kids parties - the newest party experience in town!

Unit 1 Lot 2 Drummond Street Spring Hill New South Wales 2500

Wollongong Locals 10% off is now on at Skydive Australia

Get 10% off now!

Stuart Park North Wollongong New South Wales

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 Entertainment Centre

The home of live events & music in the Illawarra!

WIN Entertainment Centre Corner of Crown & Harbour Streets Wollongong

Gelato Emporium

Artisan gelato, great coffee and a curated selection of gourmet pantry treats.

Southern Gateway Centre Bulli Tops Bulli NSW Australia 2508

Altitude 1148

Delicious Food & Priceless Panoramic Views and Premium seating with ocean views

Altitude 1148 Southern Gateway Centre M1 Princes Motorway Bulli Tops NSW 2516

Flip Out Albion Park

Flipping Fun for Everyone

182 Princes Highway Albion Park Rail New South Wales 2527

What's happening?

Discover the latest and upcoming attractions and events.

Bush Magic Community Program – Outdoor Play & Connection

Nature play for little ones and their carers

560 Avondale Road Avondale New South Wales 2530

February 3, 2026 - April 2, 2026

Illawarra Hawks Summer Schedule - WIN Entertainment Centre

Catch all the action live at WIN Entertainment Centre!

WIN Entertainment Centre 5-11 Crown Street Wollongong New South Wales 2500

February 5, 2026

Visit HARS Aviation Museum these School Holidays!

One of the Illawarra's best kept secrets for a great family-friendly day out!

54 Airport Road Albion Park Rail New South Wales 2527

December 8, 2025 - January 31, 2026

COOS & Create - Interactive Miniature Highland Cow Art Experience

Feed and pat the miniature Highland Cows and create artworks too

Cambewarra New South Wales

February 8, 2026

Events & Train Rides - Illawarra Light Railway Museum

A great place to take children who love trains!

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

February 8, 2026

Mother's Day Races - Kembla Grange Racecourse

Enjoy Mother's Day Races at Kembla Grange

Kembla Grange Racecourse Princes Highway Kembla Grange New South Wales 2526

May 9, 2026

Get 40% off all tickets at SUNSET CINEMA for a limited time only

Summer Program on sale now!

Wollongong Botanic Garden Murphys Ave Keiraville New South Wales 2500

November 5, 2025 - March 28, 2026

Get outdoors these School Holidays at Treetops Adventure Nowra!

We climb high so you don’t have to with Kids Club, at Treetops Adventure Nowra!

23 Rock Hill Road North Nowra New South Wales 2541

December 8, 2025 - January 31, 2026

Race Days at Kembla Grange Racecourse

Experience the thrill of live racing at Kembla Grange Racecourse

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

February 7, 2026

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