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

Kembla Grange Racecourse - Illawarra Turf Club

Kembla Grange Racecourse provides the perfect day out under the Illawarra Escarpment!

Princes Highway Kembla Grange New South Wales 2526

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

UOW Science Space Wollongong

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

Innovation Campus Innovation Campus

Gelato Emporium

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

Southern Gateway Centre Bulli Tops Bulli NSW Australia 2508

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

Healthy Cities Illawarra

Creating inclusive, thriving communities across Wollongong & the Illawarra

Wollongong and the Illawarra New South Wales

Illawarra Fly Treetop Adventures

The highest zipline in Australia, treetop walk & rainforest experiences, perfect for families

Illawarra Fly Treetop Adventures 182 Knights Hill Road Knights Hill New South Wales 2577

City of Wollongong Tennis Club

So much more than just tennis!

37 Foley Street Gwynneville New South Wales 2500

What's happening?

Discover the latest and upcoming attractions and events.

Australian Darts Masters

Get ready for over-the-top celebrations, wild 180s, loud walk-ons and an atmosphere that’s unmatched in sport.

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

August 21, 2026 - August 22, 2026

Bush Magic School Holiday Program

Screen free and surrounded by nature, friends and fun!

560 Avondale Road Avondale New South Wales 2530

July 7, 2026

Eats and Beats - Oak Flats

Get ready Oak Flats - Eats & Beats is back!

Central Avenue Oak Flats New South Wales 2529

September 19, 2026

Winter Wellness & Upcoming Events at Saunaus Wollongong

Arrive cold. Leave warm. Check out their Winter Rituals and upcoming events now.

388 Crown Street Wollongong New South Wales 2500

June 22, 2026 - August 31, 2026

Spring Raceday - Kembla Grange Racecourse

Enjoy a weekday race meeting at Kembla Grange!

Kembla Grange Racecourse 441 Princes Highway Kembla Grange New South Wales 2526

September 17, 2026

Christmas in July Raceday - Kembla Grange Racecourse

A festive day at the track with all the cheer of Christmas in the middle of Winter!

Kembla Grange Racecourse 451 Princes Highway Kembla Grange New South Wales 2526

July 25, 2026

30% off all Holiday Haven Parks - 2026 Member Exclusive Winter Special

30% off WInter Stays on NOW!

Shoalhaven & South Coast NSW

February 11, 2026 - August 31, 2026

School Holiday activities at the Wollongong Botanic Garden

Holiday activities at Wollongong Botanic Garden

Wollongong Botanic Garden 29 Madoline Street Gwynneville New South Wales 2500

July 8, 2026

Blast Off into Science These School Holidays!

Live science shows, immersive planetarium experiences & hands-on STEM activities!

Science Space Wollongong 60 Squires Way North Wollongong New South Wales 2500

July 4, 2026 - July 20, 2026

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