Wollongong, Kiama and Jervis Bay, NSW - Grand Pacific Drive Itinerary!

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What you’ll do

This epic Coastal Roadtrip is one of Australia's most iconic and gorgeous coastal drives from Sydney, starting from the Royal National Park through to the coastal towns of Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama and even waterside retreat of Jervis Bay in this extended guide. You can customise a 3-5 day trip by choosing among some optional extensions based on how much time you have. Or look at this like a 3 in 1 roadtrip guide that you can do on separate trips!

The trip focuses on experiencing the magic of nature, including must visit lookouts, our favorite sunrise & sunset spots, and loads of adventures and activities. We also added links for activity bookings with timings and our advice for your visit based on the numerous road trips we've been on in the area! The interactive map helps you plan your trip with categories segregating cafes, activities, accommodation and more!

Early Morning : Royal National Park

Get an early start from Sydney (like 7am) and head 45mins south to Australia's oldest national park with beaches, rainforests and stunning cliffs! There is no fee if you drive through the park but if you are looking to stop and explore the park, there is an entry fee of $12 per vehicle.

There are so many coastal walks you can choose from so depending on the duration of your trip, we suggest stopping by Wattamolla beach or even Governor Game Lookout which is a perfect pit stop for a car tour. If you have 3+ days on this trip then you can even experience a trail or two, our favourite being the Wattamolla to Eagle Rock trail.

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Wattamolla Beach
Wattamolla Beach
Hidden gem beach in Australia
Category
Sightseeing
Governor Game Lookout
Governor Game Lookout
Breathtaking coastal lookout
Category
Sightseeing

Optional Spots if you have more days:

If you have a more than 3-day trip planned, you could always explore some of the other wonderful walks in the area, however we would keep these for other separate trips to explore the Royal National Park in parts.

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Eagle Rock
Eagle Rock
Breathtaking rock formation in Australia
Category
Sightseeing

Late Morning : Hellensburgh

Your next stop is a 20 min drive to the first hindu style temple in Australia!

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Sri Venkateswara Temple (SVT Sydney)
Sri Venkateswara Temple (SVT Sydney)
Hindu temple in Sydney
Category
Sightseeing

Lunch

Enjoy an authentic South Indian vegetarian meal from SVT Temple canteen (available only on weekends). If you want to avoid the queues, you could pre-order your meal using their website or mobile app.

Optional Spots :

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Kellys Falls Track
Kellys Falls Track
Scenic hike with obstructed views
Category
Park
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Symbio Wildlife Park
Symbio Wildlife Park
Fun animal park in Sydney
Category
Park

3.9 km (2.4 mi)

5 min

Afternoon : Enjoy scenic lookouts

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Bald Hill lookout Hill
Bald Hill lookout Hill
Breathtaking lookout with panoramic views
Category
Sightseeing

16.1 km (10 mi)

14 min

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Sublime Point Lookout
Sublime Point Lookout
Stunning views and nature
Category
Sightseeing

9.6 km (6 mi)

7 min

Optional Spots if you have more days :

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Glenbernie Orchard - Home of Darkes Cider
Glenbernie Orchard - Home of Darkes Cider
Orchard paradise with tasty cider
Category
Sightseeing

11.6 km (7.2 mi)

10 min

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HangglideOz
HangglideOz
Hanggliding experience in Australia
Category
Sightseeing

12.3 km (7.6 mi)

15 min

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Headlands Hotel Austinmer Beach
Headlands Hotel Austinmer Beach
Stylish seaside retreat
Category
Hotel

1.1 km (0.7 mi)

2 min

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Austinmer Ocean Pools
Austinmer Ocean Pools
Coastal rock pools for swimming and relaxation
Category
Sightseeing

15.8 km (9.8 mi)

24 min

Evening : Wollongong

Check in to your stay at Wollongong and relax for a bit before stepping out to explore the nearby areas

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Flagstaff Point Lighthouse (Wollongong Head)
Flagstaff Point Lighthouse (Wollongong Head)
Coastal beauty and maritime beacon
Category
Park

304 m (0.2 mi)

2 min

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Wollongong Beach
Wollongong Beach
Stunning coastal gem with epic surf
Category
Sightseeing

583 m (0.4 mi)

1 min

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The Illawarra Brewery
The Illawarra Brewery
Brewery with great food and beer
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Restaurant

Dinner

For seafood lovers, your options are unlimited. Choose from options such as Nonabel Coffee Lounge, Anchorage Restaurant, etc. Multiple other options available for other cuisines too in this coastal city.

12 km (7.4 mi)

20 min

Optional Stops :

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Mount Keira Lookout
Mount Keira Lookout
Breathtaking city views and trails
Category
Sightseeing

12.1 km (7.5 mi)

20 min

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Skydive Sydney Wollongong
Skydive Sydney Wollongong
Thrilling skydiving experience
Category
Sightseeing

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