Category: Attractions and Adventure
Famously known as the race that stops the nation, the Melbourne Cup (Tuesday 5 November, 2024) is almost upon us and Wollongong’s finest establishments, restaurants and functions centres are not holding back. Find the best Melbourne Cup event packages and race day experiences Illawarra-wide. You’ll experience the full glitz, glamour and sophistication that only the […]
Bald Hill lookout is one of Illawarra’s top attractions and best lookouts over Wollongong. Visiting Bald Hill is loved by tourists and locals. Perfect for a a day trip, for a catch up, a lunch or a spot of whale / dolphin watching. This What’s on in Wollongong insider guide covers all you need to […]
Mount Keira is a stunning Illawarra lookout area for a scenic bush walk, a sensational view or a picnic. A chance to admire the sights of Wollongong and sounds of nature at its finest. The lush bush land and iconic views are some of the best in the Illawarra. This What’s on in Wollongong insider […]
Find out everything you need to know to have the best day at Jamberoo Action Park this season — including parent hacks and tips to save money. This is What’s on in Wollongong’s personalised Jamberoo-veteran ultimate guide to NSW’s biggest and best family-operated water theme park. Plan your Illawarra family-fun day out, to perfection. We. […]
Discovering the best things to do in Thirroul, NSW. Thirroul is a treasure trove of goodness, with so much to do and explore. What to do in Thirroul can include sampling day spas, gift shops, Thirroul Restaurants, Cafes, Pubs & Bars, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, glorious beaches and a spectacular theatre. This sunny Northern Illawarra […]
The Illawarra Hawks, our cherished Wollongong team in the National Basketball League (NBL), have a passionate local following. Including us at What’s on in Wollongong! OK, we are somewhat biased but the benefits of Hawks Membership are WAY more than just a guaranteed ticket to each home game at WIN Stadium; it’s a gateway to […]
We have amazing Museums from planes, trains to automobiles, plus science, art and numerous historical societies. Wollongong is even home to Australia’s only Children’s Museum, Early Start Discovery Space! Discover our best museums, top historical attractions and venues in Wollongong. Here at What’s on in Wollongong, we’ll show you the best ways to discover our […]
Where to Whale Watch in Wollongong & NSW South Coast. Each year from May to November, more than 40,000 humpback and southern right whales migrate up and down the NSW South Coast. Let us at What’s on in Wollongong show the best Whale Watching vantage points in Wollongong, Shellharbour, Illawarra and further down NSW South Coast. […]
Treetops Adventure Nowra is an amazing Adventure Park for kids and adults. On the South Coast of NSW, an easy one hour drive from Wollongong, it’s Australia’s first tree ropes, ziplining and cliff edge park. If you’re looking for the best things to do in Nowra, what to do in the school holidays, a great day-trip from Sydney, then look […]
Entry to Nan Tien Temple is free and everyone is welcome Here at What’s On In Wollongong, we know what an incredible place Nan Tien Temple is to visit and enjoy. Here are the best ways to enjoy Nan Tien Temple, just 10 minutes south of Wollongong. Want to find other amazing things to do […]