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

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

Merrigong Theatre Company

Get Ready for Merrigong Season 2025! This year is our biggest yet! 3 Blockbuster Theatre Events with…

Illawarra Performing Arts Centre & Wollongong Town Hall Wollongong

Wollongong Art Gallery

Wollongong Art Gallery is one of the largest regional art galleries in Australia.

WIN Entertainment Centre

The home of live events & music in the Illawarra!

WIN Entertainment Centre Corner of Crown & Harbour Streets Wollongong

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

Treetops Adventure Nowra

Australia’s First Treetop Ropes & Cliff-edge experience!

23 Rock Hill Road North Nowra New South Wales 2541

Green Connect Farm

Play, learn and explore at the Green Connect Farm in Warrawong!

6 Anna Avenue Warrawong New South Wales 2502

Wollongong Botanic Garden - escape the everyday!

Escape the everyday!

40 Murphys Avenue Keiraville New South Wales 2500

Healthy Cities Illawarra

Creating inclusive, thriving communities across Wollongong & the Illawarra

Wollongong and the Illawarra New South Wales

What's happening?

Discover the latest and upcoming attractions and events.

Community Climb Night at Hangdog Climbing Gym

Looking for something fun, active, and social in Wollongong?

130 Auburn Street Coniston New South Wales 2500

October 31, 2025

$25 off tandem skydives at Skydive Sydney-Wollongong

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

North Wollongong

September 2, 2025 - December 31, 2025

Woodfest Workshops & Market

A Weekend of Workshops, Markets, Music & More at Bulli Showground!

Bulli Showground Grevillea Park Road Bulli New South Wales 2516

Melbourne Cup at The Mill

The race that stops the nation is here, and the horses aren’t the only ones in for a thrill. A day where…

The Mill - Dapto Leagues Club Station Street Dapto New South Wales 2530

November 4, 2025

2025 MS Gong Ride

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

Wollongong

November 2, 2025

HARS Aviation Museum Tarmac Days

Tarmac Days are held over three consecutive days, beginning on the SECOND FRIDAY of each month.

54 Airport Road Albion Park Rail New South Wales 2527

November 14, 2025 - November 16, 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

Spookfest at Science Space Wollongong

Wollongong's Favourite Family-Friendly Halloween Party

Innovation Campus Innovation Campus

November 1, 2025 - November 2, 2025

The Slushie Promo is back at Flip Out Albion Park these school holidays!

The Slushie Promo at Flip Out Albion Park these school holidays!

Flip Out Albion Park 182 Princes Highway Albion Park Rail New South Wales 2527

September 27, 2025 - October 12, 2025

From The Blog

Oct 09

Best Christmas Gift Ideas around Wollongong and the Illawarra

$25 off tandem skydives over North Wollongong with Skydive Australia Skydive Australia is giving you $25 off tandem skydives at Skydive Sydney–Wollongong when you book before 31 December 2025. Just use code ‘GONGLOCAL25’ at checkout to experience the ultimate adrenaline rush – freefalling from up to 15,000 feet over stunning North Wollongong beach! Located right […]

Sep 28

What’s on School Holidays / Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama & Illawarra

Here at What’s on in Wollongong, we’ve found the best Wollongong, Shellharbour and Illawarra School Holiday programs, events, activities & low-cost kids holiday FUN. The school holidays come round so quickly, but fun school holiday ideas await! Read on for our best What’s on for Kids School Holiday Guide. Need more Illawarra School Holiday Activity inspiration – […]

Sep 23

Wedding Trends & Costs in Wollongong & Illawarra / South Coast NSW

Planning your wedding in the glorious Illawarra or Wollongong? Keen to know our wedding venues, how much weddings cost, best packages and trends? Whether you’re a local or planning a Destination Wedding in South Coast of NSW, welcome to our Wedding Trends article. We’ve referenced the Easy Weddings – Wedding Industry Report for 2024. Plus […]

Sep 22

Best cycling routes around Wollongong

At What’s On in Wollongong, we know cyclists are spoilt for choice in our city. From flat coastal tracks to challenging mountain terrain, Wollongong truly offers something for everyone – from learner riders right through to seasoned pros. With more than 42km of shared cycle pathways stretching between Sandon Point and Lake Illawarra, Wollongong has […]

Sep 08

Top 12 Wollongong & Illawarra Picnic Spots to Explore

Picnic locations with ocean views across Wollongong & the Illawarra, what way to enjoy the South Coast of NSW. The native wildflowers are out, the sun is warm and prime picnickin’ season is upon us! Ah, the humble picnic, what is more nourishing than a slow day lazing in the grass together, soaking up some […]

Sep 07

MTB Wollongong & Illawarra. Best Mountain Bike Trails & Rides. Including Mount Kembla

Googling ‘Great MTB trails near me’? Want to know about Mount Kembla Mountain Bike Trails, (yup they are open!). Wollongong & the Illawarra region is a Mountain Bike Trail Riders paradise. Whether you are starting out and learning mountain bike skills (berm baby, berm!). Or, looking for the ultimate gnarley, steep black-diamond MTB ride, we […]