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Adventure along Grand Pacific Drive

Grand Pacific Drive is starting to develop a reputation for being the adventure capital of NSW with activities ranging from hanggliding, skydiving, harley rides, scenic and aerobatic flights and go-karting. Take a look at the large variety of activities on the NSW South Coast, there’s something to suit just about everyone!

Indulge in Food & Wine along Grand Pacific Drive

The drive boasts many great eateries from a casual lunch of fish n’ chips on the harbour to fine dining or beer tasting overlooking the ocean. The NSW South Coast has a reputation for fresh seafood with many restaurants stocking the daily catch. The southern section of the drive features many great wineries and local produce. The products in the ‘Experiences’ section are just a sample of what's on offer along the drive.

Nature & Wildlife experiences along Grand Pacific Drive

Grand Pacific Drive is known for its stunning natural beauty, offering spectacular driving scenery through rainforests and coastal villages, unspoilt beaches and rock pools to green rolling hills in the south. The drive also features wildlife experiences from animal parks to dolphins and other wildlife in spectacular Jervis Bay. If you’re lucky enough you might even see whales migrating (May – November).

Walking & Cycling along Grand Pacific Drive

There are extensive walking and cycle ways in each destination along Grand Pacific Drive, the beach cycle way extending from Austinmer in the north to Shellharbour in the south is 48km. Whether you are an avid walker/cyclist or a beginner, there is something to suit everyone.

Festivals & Events along Grand Pacific Drive

All throughout the year there are some great events along Grand Pacific Drive. Here is a list of the region’s major annual events for you to enjoy all year around regardless of when you visit. For more specific information on upcoming events, refer to the Events section on the main menu.

Historical & Cultural sites along Grand Pacific Drive

Grand Pacific Drive passes by many historical and cultural sites which pay homage to the areas rich history of coal, aviation, shipwrecks, pioneers, colonial, Indigenous and more. These significant historical sites can be found along the drive, check out the sites in this section of the website.

  • Batemans Bay Fishing and Cruise Charters

    Batemans Bay Fishing and Cruise Charters

    Enjoy a reef, deep sea or game fishing trip

  • Bay and Beyond Kayak Tours

    Bay and Beyond Kayak Tours

    Offering tours along the stunning coastline north of Batemans Bay

  • Dive Jervis Bay

    Dive Jervis Bay

    Scuba dive and Free dive the natural wonders of Jervis Bay

  • Hanggliding at Bald Hill

    Hanggliding at Bald Hill

    Be adventurous and go on a tandem hang glide

  • Illawarra Fly Tree Top Walk

    Illawarra Fly Tree Top Walk

    Walk amongst the treetops and experience the rainforest from above

  • Jamberoo Action Park

    Jamberoo Action Park

    Jamberoo Action Park is NSW’s biggest theme park

  • Jervis Bay Extreme

    Jervis Bay Extreme

    Discover the natural beauty of Jervis Bay

  • Just Cruisin’ Motorcycle Tours

    Just Cruisin’ Motorcycle Tours

    Chauffeured Harley Davidson rides along Grand Pacific Drive

  • Kangaroo Valley Safaris

    Kangaroo Valley Safaris

    Canoe and kayak the pristine waters of Kangaroo Valley

  • Kiama Coast Walk

    Kiama Coast Walk

    Explore the entire Kiama Coastline

  • Pines Surfing Academy

    Pines Surfing Academy

    Come and learn to surf all year round at one of the region's beaches

  • Prancing Horse – Ferrari Drive Days

    Prancing Horse – Ferrari Drive Days

    Drive 4 great Ferraris in 1 day along Grand Pacific Drive

  • Scenic Joyflights (NSW Air)

    Scenic Joyflights (NSW Air)

    Various options of scenic flights all offering spectacular scenery

  • Shellharbour Scuba Centre

    Shellharbour Scuba Centre

    Come and dive with our highly experienced Divemaster at Bass Point

  • Skydive the Beach

    Skydive the Beach

    Dare to take the plunge from 14,000ft!

  • Southern Biplane Adventures

    Southern Biplane Adventures

    Come fly with Lilly Warra at Southern Biplane Adventures

  • Southern Highlands Horse Led Mountain Trail Rides

    Southern Highlands Horse Led Mountain Trail Rides

    Gentle trail rides

  • Southern Water Sports Jet Ski Hire

    Southern Water Sports Jet Ski Hire

    See the magnificent coastline and islands of Batemans Bay

  • Sydney Coast Walks

    Sydney Coast Walks

    Providing expertly guided hiking and camping adventures

  • Touchdown Helicopters (Helicopter Joyflights)

    Touchdown Helicopters (Helicopter Joyflights)

    Explore the breathtaking scenery of the NSW South Coast

  • Understand Down Under

    Understand Down Under

    Taking you on a journey of discovery of plants, wildlife and history

  • Wakeboard on the Shoalhaven River

    Wakeboard on the Shoalhaven River

    Learn to Wakeboard on the Shoalhaven River

  • Wombaroo Adventure Centre

    Wombaroo Adventure Centre

    Relax and enjoy the surrounds of the Wombaroo Adventure Centre

  • Capital Region Farmer’s Market

    Capital Region Farmer’s Market

    Learn about the food you’re eating and the region it comes from

  • Chedo's Cafe / Restaurant

    Chedo's Cafe / Restaurant

    Tantalize your taste buds with the fresh, local produce

  • Coolangatta Estate Winery

    Coolangatta Estate Winery

    One of the largest wineries on the South Coast

  • Crooked River Winery

    Crooked River Winery

    Offering views to the ocean, lush mountain range and vineyard

  • Cupitt’s Winery

    Cupitt’s Winery

    Enjoy winetasting and seasonal local produce

  • Diggies Café

    Diggies Café

    Diggies is located on North Wollongong Beach

  • Flavours of the Valley

    Flavours of the Valley

    Focusing on a food and wine experience

  • FoodPath Culinary Tours

    FoodPath Culinary Tours

    Meet local producers of healthy, natural, "farm fresh" food

  • Foodscape Tours

    Foodscape Tours

    Exclusively see and experience the scrumptious South Coast

  • Green Poppy Tea House & Cafe

    Green Poppy Tea House & Cafe

    A unique food and lifestyle store located in Shellharbour Village

  • Harbourfront Restaurant

    Harbourfront Restaurant

    Harbourfront Restaurant is the Illawarra's premier seafood restaurant

  • Lagoon Seafood Restaurant

    Lagoon Seafood Restaurant

    Lagoon features a world class à la carte menu

  • Lorenzo's Diner

    Lorenzo's Diner

    Lorenzo’s diner is a sanctuary for modern Italian fare

  • Mount Majura Vineyard

    Mount Majura Vineyard

    Indulge in a seated tasting at the Cellar Door

  • Ocean Beach Hotel

    Ocean Beach Hotel

    Award winning restaurant providing quality seafood and alfresco dining

  • Old Bus Depot Markets

    Old Bus Depot Markets

    Over 200 stalls offering gourmet take home food and regional wines

  • On The Pier Restaurant and Bar

    On The Pier Restaurant and Bar

    Situated on a pier, with stunning views over the bay

  • Ravensthorpe High Tea

    Ravensthorpe High Tea

    Experience classic cuisine in an intimate setting

  • Roselea Winery

    Roselea Winery

    Relax, unwind and enjoy country hospitality.

  • Shoalhaven River Oysters

    Shoalhaven River Oysters

    Delivering the best and freshest product to you

  • Southern Highlands Harvest Trail

    Southern Highlands Harvest Trail

    The Southern Highlands is gastronomy of local delicacies

  • Southern Highlands Wine Trail

    Southern Highlands Wine Trail

    As one of only a handful of cool climate wine regions in Australia

  • The Illawarra Brewery

    The Illawarra Brewery

    The Brewery offers 10 local beers, with no chemicals or preservatives

  • The Pearly Oyster Bar

    The Pearly Oyster Bar

    The Clyde River estuary is the second largest producer in NSW

  • Wray Street Oyster Shed

    Wray Street Oyster Shed

    A "farm gate" for fresh oysters sold direct to the public

  • Australian National Botanical Gardens

    Australian National Botanical Gardens

    Australia’s weird and wonderful plants

  • Birdland

    Birdland

    Birdland Animal Park is a delightful and intimate hands-on experience

  • Birrong Suri Alpaca Farm

    Birrong Suri Alpaca Farm

    Personalised tours of the Southern Highlands alpaca farm

  • Booderee National Park

    Booderee National Park

    A popular visitor destination, with stunning beaches and activities

  • Dolphin & Whale Watching

    Dolphin & Whale Watching

    Jervis Bay is the jewel in the crown of the NSW South Coast

  • Fitzroy Falls

    Fitzroy Falls

    Spectacular lookouts with waterfalls cascading into rainforest valleys

  • Killalea State Park

    Killalea State Park

    One of the region's jewels, a place of spectacular beauty

  • Lake Illawarra

    Lake Illawarra

    The Lake is ideal for a variety of water activities

  • Macquarie Pass National Park

    Macquarie Pass National Park

    Contains a diverse range of habitats, wildlife and spectacular scenery

  • Minnamurra Rainforest

    Minnamurra Rainforest

    A subtropical rainforest only 20 minutes inland from Kiama

  • Mogo Zoo

    Mogo Zoo

    Home to more than 200 native and exotic animals

  • Namadgi National Park & Visitors Centre

    Namadgi National Park & Visitors Centre

    Discover Aboriginal heritage

  • Nowra Wildlife Park

    Nowra Wildlife Park

    Set in 16 acres of native bushland, beside the Shoalhaven River

  • Royal National Park

    Royal National Park

    Royal National Park is the second oldest national park in the world

  • Seven Mile Beach National Park

    Seven Mile Beach National Park

    Located in the peaceful town of Gerroa, 15 minutes south of Kiama

  • Southern Highlands Nature Trail

    Southern Highlands Nature Trail

    Spectacular walks, scenery & wildlife

  • Sydney Coast Walks

    Sydney Coast Walks

    Providing expertly guided hiking and camping adventures

  • Symbio Wildlife Park

    Symbio Wildlife Park

    Symbio is Wollongong's own award winning, family owned zoo

  • Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve

    Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve

    Features wildlife, high quality boardwalks and exhibits

  • Understand Down Under

    Understand Down Under

    Taking you on a journey of discovery of plants, wildlife and history

  • Australian Cycling Holidays - Grand Pacific Cycle

    Australian Cycling Holidays - Grand Pacific Cycle

    Explore the sights of the South Coast with this self-guided tour

  • Batemans Bay Cycleway

    Batemans Bay Cycleway

    8km round trip taking in the spectacular scenery of Batemans Bay

  • Ben’s Walk Nowra

    Ben’s Walk Nowra

    Leisurely walk of about 5.5kms, taking approx 2 hours

  • Cycle Lake Burley Griffin

    Cycle Lake Burley Griffin

    Hire a bike and enjoy a leisurely cycle around the lake

  • Eurobodalla Botanic Gardens

    Eurobodalla Botanic Gardens

    42 hectares of forest and plants native to the Eurobodalla region

  • Illawarra Fly Tree Top Walk

    Illawarra Fly Tree Top Walk

    Walk amongst the treetops and experience the rainforest from above

  • Kiama Coast Walk

    Kiama Coast Walk

    The walk is the best way to discover the beauty and history of Kiama

  • Macquarie Pass National Park

    Macquarie Pass National Park

    Enjoy several walks of varying grades at Macquarie Pass National Park

  • Mangrove Walk

    Mangrove Walk

    The Mangrove Walk winds through an exceptional landscape

  • Mobile Bike Rental

    Mobile Bike Rental

    Rent a quality bicycle and see the fantastic scenery of Wollongong

  • Mt Keira and Mt Kembla

    Mt Keira and Mt Kembla

    Go on one of the many bushwalks of varying grades

  • Pigeon House Mountain

    Pigeon House Mountain

    Magnificent panoramic views of the rugged cliffs and gorges

  • REAL Fun

    REAL Fun

    Experience adventure in Canberra’s great outdoors

  • Royal National Park

    Royal National Park

    Royal is home to many great walks that hug the park’s coastline

  • Shellharbour Cycle/Walkways

    Shellharbour Cycle/Walkways

    Take a stroll or ride your bike along the many cycleway/walkways

  • Shellharbour Village & Albion Park Heritage Trails

    Shellharbour Village & Albion Park Heritage Trails

    Providing information on our fascinating past

  • Southern Highlands Cycling Trails

    Southern Highlands Cycling Trails

    Southern Highlands is a cycling paradise, 50km of mountain trails

  • Southern Highlands Walking Trails

    Southern Highlands Walking Trails

    Bushwalkers can enjoy many interesting and beautiful walks

  • Sydney Coast Walks

    Sydney Coast Walks

    Providing expertly guided hiking and camping adventures

  • The Rose Gardens

    The Rose Gardens

    Walk around and enjoy their beautiful surrounds and unique history

  • Understand Down Under

    Understand Down Under

    Taking you on a journey of discovery of plants, wildlife and history

  • Upper Kangaroo River Bike Ride, Kangaroo Valley

    Upper Kangaroo River Bike Ride, Kangaroo Valley

    An easy, short road ride from Kangaroo Valley

  • Wollongong's Blue Mile

    Wollongong's Blue Mile

    Walk the Blue Mile along Wollongong's foreshore and harbour precinct

  • Berry Gardens Festival

    Berry Gardens Festival

    Celebrate glorious spring. Held in October, annually.

  • Blessing of the Fleet

    Blessing of the Fleet

    Myriad of colours & exciting events. Easter long weekend, annually.

  • Bundanoon Highland Gathering Scottish Festival

    Bundanoon Highland Gathering Scottish Festival

    A festival all things Scottish. April, annually.

  • Capital Country Truffle Festival

    Capital Country Truffle Festival

    Discover the magic of truffles. July, annually.

  • Floriade

    Floriade

    Canberra celebrates spring. September/October, annually.

  • Floriade NightFest

    Floriade NightFest

    Set amongst lit garden beds. September/October, annually.

  • Illawarra Folk Festival

    Illawarra Folk Festival

    4 days of music, dances, workshops & more. January, annually.

  • Kiama Jazz & Blues Festival

    Kiama Jazz & Blues Festival

    Red hot jazz & blues for everyone! March, annually.

  • Kiama Region Markets

    Kiama Region Markets

    Located on Kiama's foreshore. 3rd Sunday, monthly.

  • KidsFest Shellharbour

    KidsFest Shellharbour

    A vibrant week-long annual festival. May, annually.

  • MS Sydney to the Gong Ride

    MS Sydney to the Gong Ride

    Pedal 90km from Sydney to Wollongong. November, annually.

  • Shell Cove Shellharbour City Festival Of Sport

    Shell Cove Shellharbour City Festival Of Sport

    Annual social & elite sporting event. March, annually.

  • The Kiama Rugby Sevens

    The Kiama Rugby Sevens

    Held in picturesque Kiama. February, annually.

  • Thirroul & Seaside Arts Festival

    Thirroul & Seaside Arts Festival

    Arts, entertainment, food and seaside activities. April, annually.

  • Tri the Gong

    Tri the Gong

    A weekend of fun, health and activity. March, annually.

  • Tulip Time Festival

    Tulip Time Festival

    Celebrate spring time! September/October, annually.

  • Wine, Arts & Roses Festival

    Wine, Arts & Roses Festival

    Artisans, Wineries & beautiful Rose Gardens. November, annually.

  • Wings Over Illawarra

    Wings Over Illawarra

    View the inside of huge aircraft restored by HARS. May, annually.

  • Winter Wine Festival

    Winter Wine Festival

    Celebrate the delicious cool climate wines. June, annually.

  • Bass Point Reserve

    Bass Point Reserve

    A 72 hectare coastal jewel located just south of Shellharbour Village

  • Batemans Bay Old Courthouse Museum

    Batemans Bay Old Courthouse Museum

    Story of Batemans Bay's progression

  • Berrima Historic Courthouse

    Berrima Historic Courthouse

    Poignant and dramatic reminder of Australia’s colonial history

  • Booderee National Park

    Booderee National Park

    A popular visitor destination, with stunning beaches and activities

  • Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex

    Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex

    Learn all about NASA

  • Charles Kingsford Smith Memorial

    Charles Kingsford Smith Memorial

    Home to a record breaking flight

  • Fitz Roy Ironworks

    Fitz Roy Ironworks

    The first iron works in Australia

  • Flagstaff Hill, Harbour and History Walk

    Flagstaff Hill, Harbour and History Walk

    Explore the rich history of Wollongong

  • Hampden Bridge Kangaroo Valley

    Hampden Bridge Kangaroo Valley

    Oldest surviving suspension bridge

  • Historic Terrace Houses & Sandstone Walk Shops

    Historic Terrace Houses & Sandstone Walk Shops

    Built in 1886

  • Lawrence Hargrave Memorial

    Lawrence Hargrave Memorial

    Dedicated to Australia’s pioneer of flight

  • Meroogal

    Meroogal

    A grand house in its day, a Gothic-revival timber house

  • Milton Historical Walk

    Milton Historical Walk

    See homes and buildings dating back to 1870

  • Mt Kembla Village

    Mt Kembla Village

    Showcasing the history of the local area

  • Nan Tien Temple

    Nan Tien Temple

    Visit the largest Buddhist Temple in the Southern Hemisphere

  • Nelligen Village

    Nelligen Village

    A picturesque and historic village

  • Parliament House Canberra

    Parliament House Canberra

    Home of Federal Parliament

  • Pilots Cottage Museum

    Pilots Cottage Museum

    Maritime & regional museum, built in 1881 and now beautifully restored

  • Shellharbour Village & Boat Harbour

    Shellharbour Village & Boat Harbour

    Popular historic precinct

  • Southern Highlands Heritage Trail

    Southern Highlands Heritage Trail

    Many historic picturesque towns and villages

  • The Australian Motorlife Museum

    The Australian Motorlife Museum

    The preservation of motoring history

  • The Australian War Memorial

    The Australian War Memorial

    One of the world’s best memorials and galleries

  • The International Cricket Hall of Fame

    The International Cricket Hall of Fame

    Cricket like you’ve never seen it!

  • The Original Gold Rush Colony and Mogo Village

    The Original Gold Rush Colony and Mogo Village

    Walk into a time-warp and experience the history

  • Wentworth Cottage Park/Carmody's Lookout

    Wentworth Cottage Park/Carmody's Lookout

    The park has heritage significance

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