Sydney Melbourne Coastal Drive

Must do

Explore the stunning South Coast of NSW on a drive from Sydney along the coast to the Victorian border.

Meandering drive from Sydney to Melbourne

What better way to explore the South Coast of NSW than on a drive from Sydney along the coast to the Victorian border?

Pretty seaside towns and historic villages, a string of quiet beaches and bays and more than 30 national parks and reserves contribute to the pleasures of this drive.

The food is great too. Rich dairy pastures are the source of some of Australia's finest cheeses, and you're never far from a winery. The seafood is fresh, local and succulent and eating out can be very enjoyable.

The highlights of the trip are many and varied but there are few not to miss. They include Jervis Bay's white sand beaches and crystal clear waters, Montague Island and its fur seal colonies, and Eden, famous for it's whaling history and now, for its whale–watching cruises.

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Lighthouse, Montague Island, Narooma

Montague Island Nature Reserve lighthouse. Image Andrew Brown
Moored boats Eden Harbour

Moored fishing boats in Eden Harbour. Image Hamilton Lund
Murrays beach at Jervis Bay

Murrays beach at Jervis Bay, South Coast. Image Adam Taylor
Whale breaching, Merimbula

Whale watching in Merimbula

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Don't miss things to do

Stanwell Park Beach Wollongong & Surrounds, South Coast, Stanwell Park
This pristine location at Stanwell Park Beach is ideal for families with a large reserve for picnicking and is located right on the beach. Surrounded ...
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Surf Beach Kiama Kiama & Shellharbour, South Coast, Kiama
Surf Beach is Kiama's main surfing beach surrounded by parkland and central to Kiama's main shopping district. A kid's friendly playground is included...
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Coledale Beach Wollongong & Surrounds, South Coast, Wollongong
Coledale Beach offers a campers haven with a reserve on the beaches edge. Fantastic views of the waves both ends of the beach are closed in with rock ...
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Ulladulla Beach Jervis Bay & Shoalhaven, South Coast, Ulladulla
Narrawallee Beach in Ulladulla faces a bit northeast and is a long, flat expanse of sand much loved by joggers and beach-combers. The north end is pop...
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Booderee National Park Botanic Garden Jervis Bay & Shoalhaven, South Coast, Jervis Bay
The Botanic Gardens, which received National Heritage status in 1994, contains a large variety of native plants from all parts of Australia.Booderee N...
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Windang Beach Wollongong & Surrounds, South Coast, Wollongong
Windang beach is located at the entrance to Lake Illawarra. It offers spectacular views of the famous Five Islands off the Wollongong coastline. The b...
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Wodi Wodi Walking Track Wollongong & Surrounds, South Coast, Stanwell Park
This is a 6.5 kilometre track, named after one of the Aboriginal tribes who lived along the Illawarra coast. The track has been designed to provide a ...
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Belmore Basin Wollongong & Surrounds, South Coast, Wollongong
Belmore Basin played a large part in Wollongong's early development as a busy sea port. There are barbecue and picnic facilities, restaurants and...
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Jamberoo Action Park Kiama & Shellharbour, South Coast, Jamberoo
Jamberoo Action Park is a fantastic area set in rolling hills, where you can enjoy the thrills and spills of the two giant water slides and Surf Hill,...
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Durras Lake -full day tours Batemans Bay & Eurobodalla, South Coast, Batemans Bay
Lake, ocean or river tours includes lunch, drinks and snacks. Wear comfortable clothing and bring sun protection and plenty of water. ...
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