Wollongong to Shellharbour

Remember those unspoilt holiday places you visited as a child? You don't need to travel back in time to experience that again. Just come and visit Shellharbour.

Imagine pristine beaches without the high-rise and crowds, glorious restaurants and buzzing cafes, and plenty to do or space to do nothing at all. That’s Shellharbour.

Shellharbour is framed between the sparkling waters of the Tasman Sea and the magnificent Illawarra Escarpment with Lake Illawarra to the north and the Minnamurra River to the south. Those elements of natural beauty also provide boundless opportunities for relaxing and exploring, whether you're seeking a seaside or rainforest escape, an adventure experience or a great value family holiday.

Add to that terrific shopping and plenty of options for dining and accommodation, and you've got yourself the perfect holiday destination. Visit for a day trip, or stay with us for a while. Either way, we're confident you'll want to come back.

Experience the extensive marine habitat by scuba diving or snorkelling at Bushrangers Bay, Bass Point, the region's only marine aquatic reserve.
Take a surf lesson at the areas only National Surfing Reserve and one of the best surf spots on the coast at ‘The Farm’ located in Killalea State Park.
Take a scenic flight, microlight or helicopter flight over the region from the Illawarra Regional Airport.
Visit the HARS Aviation Museum.
Spend some time in Shellharbour Village, offering award winning restaurants, cafes and boutique shopping.
Discover Shellharbour boat harbour constructed in 1859
Test your skills at The Links, Shell Cove - the newest golf course in the region.
Take a bushwalk to the Cascades where the water falls 20 metres at the base of Macquarie Pass National Park.
Experience a delicious high tea at Ravensthorpe Guesthouse and Restaurant.
Learn the history of Shellharbour and Albion Park by taking the self guided walking heritage trails.
Take a bike ride along the extensive cycle tracks around Shellharbour and Lake Illawarra.
Pack a picnic and head to Blackbutt Reserve.