Category: Attractions and Adventure
If you're a beer lover visiting Wollongong, you're in luck! The city boasts a thriving craft beer scene with plenty of top-notch breweries to explore. To help you plan your next beer tour, we've put together a list of the 10 best breweries in Wollongong. From traditional ales to experimental brews, these breweries offer something for everyone. Whether you prefer a cozy taproom or a sprawling beer garden, you'll find plenty of options on our list. So grab your friends and get ready to discover Wollongong's hidden beer gems.
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 […]
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 – […]
Wollongong & Illawarra’s BEST playgrounds! What’s on in Wollongong, Parents Guide Illawarra and Play Illawarra have all agreed on our best local parks. Discover our playgrounds by the ocean, kids bike trails and local nature parks. We recommend three best playgrounds for all ages, best playgrounds for toddlers, a Shellharbour Playground you can’t miss. Plus […]
$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 […]
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 […]
9 Breathtaking Proposal Locations & Ideas on the South Coast of NSW. Planning a marriage proposal? Congratulations! Let What’s On in Wollongong set the scene for some stunning, sweet, romantic locations and ways to get engaged. Create magical ‘Marry Me’ engagement romance and experiences in the Illawarra. With our tree-lined mountains sliding into stunning beaches, […]
Looking for an affordable infrared sauna or ice bath in Wollongong? Recharge your body and mind at the new Recovery Cave based at Hangdog Climbing Gym. Book your premium infrared sauna and cold plunge experience – at the cheapest prices in the Illawarra! A Recovery Centre with $10 Ice Baths and $20 Ice Bath & […]
Searching for the best Escape Rooms in Wollongong? Say hello to the brand-new Virtual Reality Escape Rooms at Revolution Laser Arena. You’ll experience immersive and mind-bending fun. Whether you’re planning a party, a team event, or just a fun family outing – this is an Illawarra activity you won’t want to miss out on! At […]
Here in the Illawarra we have some of the most beautiful, accessible and cleanest beaches on the coast. Clear blue waters, incredible escarpment views, golden sands and some very respectable surf breaks make this piece of Dharawal Country a beach lover’s paradise. So whether you’re looking to cool off on a hot day, get in […]