South Coast
Must do
Surfing along the South Coast is popular with everyone! Experienced surfers enjoy the beach breaks, small islands and reefs while beginners can learn to surf at accredited surf schools dotted along the coast. The Farm and Mystics are two popular surf breaks south of Shellharbour in Killalea State Park.
South Coast Region
The stunning South Coast of NSW is a perfect holiday destination at any time of the year. The region includes Kiama and Shellharbour, Jervis Bay and the Shoalhaven towns of Nowra, Mollymook and Ulladulla, Batemans Bay and the Eurobodalla. The southernmost towns of Bega, Pambula and Tathra are on the Sapphire Coast.
You’ll find an endless list of things to do on the South Coast. Pristine white sand beaches such as Hyams and Murrays line Jervis Bay Marine Park while Pebbly Beach and Pretty Beach are as famous for kangaroos as waves. Montague Island, off the coast at Narooma, is a marine reserve that’s just one of 30 national parks, marine parks and nature reserves on the South Coast. Activities in national parks not to miss include the Light to Light Walk in Ben Boyd National Park, bushwalking and fishing at Depot Beach and Pretty Beach in Murramarang National Park.
Pretty seaside towns and historic villages can be found dotted along the coast – Milton, Bodalla and the National Trust-listed towns of Central Tilba and Tilba Tilba. If you love water sports, the South Coast offers plenty of choice such as fishing, diving and snorkelling, sailing, canoeing and kayaking.
The rivers, estuaries and seas of the South Coast provide an abundance of fresh local seafood including sweet Clyde River oysters, tuna, mussels and kingfish. A great way to explore the region is by following the Grand Pacific Drive from Sydney to the villages north of Wollongong. If you're heading further south along the coast, the Sydney-Melbourne Coastal Drive will take you to the region’s don’t-miss attractions.
Discover Jervis Bay, Ulladulla, Kangaroo Valley and Nowra with great accommodation deals starting from just $110* per night.
From Batemans Bay to Narooma on NSW South Coast, get great accommodation deals from just $76* per night and water activities from $29* per person.
Shellharbour on the NSW South Coast is perfect for lovers of water sports. Plan your getaway today with great deals from $96* per night for two people.
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Sunday 27 May to Sunday 23 December Nowra Greyhound Track Markets
The Nowra Greyhound Track Markets are large monthly markets with undercover areas convenient during inclement weather. They offer an assortment ...
- Sunday 27 May to Sunday 22 December 2013 Shellharbour Village Harbourside Markets
- Sunday 27 May to Sunday 25 November Pyree Village Arts and Craft Markets
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Saturday 2 June to Saturday 1 December Lady Denman Produce and Craft Market
The Lady Denman Heritage Complex in Huskisson which is located within beautiful Jervis Bay, holds a monthly produce and craft ...
- Saturday 2 June to Saturday 4 August Milton Village Markets
- Tuesday 5 June to Saturday 16 June Charcoal Creek
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Monday 9 July to Wednesday 11 July The Bugalugs Bum Thief
A fast-paced musical comedy based on the book by Tim Winton that will make you laugh your bum off!Children's ...
- Tuesday 17 July to Saturday 21 July Syncopation
- Sunday 29 July to Sunday 30 December Mollymook Markets
Local areas
- Batemans Bay & EurobodallaBeaches,river estuaries & craggy headlands make Batemans Bay & Eurobodalla ideal holiday destination
- Bega & Sapphire CoastBeaches, bays, lakes, cliffs, caves and national parks with walking tracks and
- Jervis Bay & ShoalhavenShoalhaven region has beaches, bays, interesting country towns and natural wonders.
- Kiama & ShellharbourFamous for its blowhole, surfing beaches, lush green countryside and towering escarpment.
- Merimbula & Sapphire CoastEndless water sports, great beaches, coastal heaths and hinterland with superb bushwalks.
- Wollongong & SurroundsThe small coastal villages around Wollongong have excellent surfing beaches, great cafes
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