Category: The Great Outdoors
Looking for the best things to do in Thirroul? This stunning Northern Illawarra beachside suburb ticks all the boxes – beautiful beaches, ocean pools, scenic coastal walks, buzzing dining scene and live music. Tucked between the escarpment and the ocean, Thirroul is one of the South Coast’s favourite spots for beach days, outdoor adventures, long […]
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 the best playgrounds for all ages, best playgrounds for toddlers, a Shellharbour Playground you can’t miss. Plus […]
We asked local families to share their top walking spots, and the results are in. These walks are perfect for getting outdoors, spending quality time in nature and enjoying everything the Wollongong and surrounding areas have to offer. From coastal views to bushland trails, these family walks offer something for every kind of adventure, whether […]
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 […]
Welcome to What’s on in Wollongong for Couples Edition. The best romantic things to do for couples in Wollongong! Here at What’s On In Wollongong we’ve put together some delicious ways to surprise your lover – locally! These unique date ideas represent the best that the South Coast Of NSW has to offer. So whether […]
Want the best Bucks Party ideas for 2024 across Wollongong, Illawarra and South Coast NSW? We have some awesome fun, activities and adventures for you! Plan the ultimate celebration day or night with these top-ranking party ideas. The Best Man plans the best parties – so here is your ultimate list of Bucks Party options. […]
15 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, […]
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. […]
Visiting Botanic Garden Wollongong? Here’s all you need to know about this beautiful, free, top rated attraction the Illawarra. Wollongong Botanic Garden, located on Murphys Avenue in Keiraville NSW, is loved by locals and tourists. Just minutes from Wollongong CBD and the University of Wollongong, the garden offers stunning themed landscapes, peaceful rainforest walks, family-friendly […]
Are your ears always pricked for the best dog friendly activities in Wollongong? Discover our dog friendly cafes, walks, parks and pubs Illawarra wide. Our little fur babies love to get amongst it. Whether your four-legged-friend loves bushwalking, swimming, digging or even a cheeky puppuccino, we know the perfect spots to take your dog in […]