Wollongong

A trip to Wollongong is a delightful drive south of Sydney. You can drive to the city in an hour or take a little longer and follow the winding Grand Pacific Drive around the iconic Sea Cliff Bridge. With superb beaches, accommodation options and al fresco dining by the beach, Wollongong is a great base for exploring the NSW South Coast. Take in the stunning panorama of the escarpment and coast from Bald Hill Lookout at Stanwell Tops, a popular place for hang-gliding. Cycleways line the coast, so rent a bike and explore Wollongong under brilliant blue skies, or explore the bush on walking trails. Walk in the forest canopy at Illawarra Fly Treetop Adventures in the escarpment and meet native animals at Symbio Wildlife Park. Thrill-seekers can skydive, hang-glide or paraglide, and take a joyride on a motorcycle into the fragrant bushland and along the sparkling coast. Stop at the lovely Nan Tien Buddhist Temple with its pretty gardens to restore your inner peace. And don’t miss Wollongong City Gallery's fascinating exhibition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art.