Illawarra Historic Site Attractions
Illawarra Historic Site Attractions Directories
Austinmer Railway Station group
Austinmer - Set between beautiful blue waters with golden sand and the dramatic, forested mountains Austinmer, is a destination in its self, made all the more special... More
Balgownie Heritage School Museum
Balgownie - Founded in 1989, the Balgownie Primary School Museum aims to preserve the history of the Illawarra through the conservation of artifacts, documents, and... More
Bass Point Reserve
Shellharbour - This area takes its name from the great Australian explorer - George Bass. In May 1943, the American merchant ship 'Cities Services Boston' sank off Bass... More
Belmore Basin
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
playgrounds.
All... More
Black Diamond District Heritage Centre
Bulli - Located at the Bulli Railway Station, museum staff with a wealth of local knowledge will guide you through the collection of original Bulli Railway fittings... More
Bombo Headland Quarry Geological Site
Bombo - The Bombo Headland has an extraordinary geological feature, clusters of hexagonal basalt columns are an internationally recognised phenomena. The Headland... More
Breakwater Battery Museum
Port Kembla - Port Kembla Port Corporation revised its operating practices in 2001 leaving the Pilots Station as a back up facility.
This provided the opportunity and... More
Budderoo National Park
Jamberoo - Budderoo National Park is located on 7,120 hectares, five kilometres west of Jamberoo.
Visit the newly refurbished Minnamurra Rainforest Centre and walk... More
Cockatoo Run - 3801 Limited Scenic Steam Train
Wollongong - About the Locomotives... The Cockatoo Run is worked by a 49 class heritage diesel locomotive. About the Company...
The Cockatoo Run is a division of... More
Cordeaux Dam
Cordeaux Heights - Located between Campbelltown and Wollongong, Cordeaux Dam is within easy reach for a day excursion and is equipped with picnic shelters, BBQs, toilets,... More
Dapto and District Heritage Trail
Dapto - Dapto and District Heritage Trail is a great way to explore the heritage of this fascinating area. Included on the trail is Horsley Homestead, a rare complete... More
Gerringong Heritage Centre
Gerringong - Dedicated to our pioneers, exhibits include Kingsford Smith's history and display, dairying and fascinating scale models of the area. Well worth a visit.... More
Grand Pacific Drive - Sydney to Wollongong and Beyond
Coalcliff - Grand Pacific Drive commences 45 minutes south of Sydney International Airport. The drive takes you through coastal rainforests, quaint seaside villages,... More
Helensburgh Railway Station
Helensburgh - You will be taken with the charm of Helensburgh Railway Station, whether travelling past, through or alighting from the train. More
Hill 60 Lookout
Port Kembla - A narrow but well formed established walking track, with a series of post and rail guards can be found at this interesting and spectacular spot. The lookout... More
Historic Dry Stone Walls
Kiama - There are many historic dry stone walls found throughout the area, more obvious in pastures west of Kiama. Some appear through the older residential parts... More
Historic Lighthouse
Wollongong - Belmore basin lighthouse located on Wollongong breakwater commissioned 1872.
Height of tower 42 feet (12.8 metres). This now disused lighthouse was initially... More
Illawarra Historical Society Museum
Wollongong - A collection of memorabilia from the Illawarra's early days and a building program which has seen the addition of a blacksmith's shop, colonial kitchen... More
Jumbulla Aboriginal Discovery Centre
Bulli Tops - The Jumbulla Aboriginal Discovery Centre is a brand new attraction located on the Princess Highway 45 minutes south of Sydney at Bulli Tops overlooking... More
Kellys Falls
Stanwell Tops - The picturesque waterfalls of Kellys Falls, is an easy 5 minute walk from the roadside, or cars can be driven right to the falls. Bushtracks offering scenic... More
Kiama Blowhole
Kiama - A viewing platform with disabled access gives good views of Kiama blowhole.
This landmark has attracted people to the region for over 100 years, was first... More
Kiama Family History Centre
Kiama - This unique family history centre is located at Kiama, in the heart of the
Illawarra 126km south of Sydney and is regarded as the premier family and social... More
Kiama Lighthouse
Kiama - The lighthouse was established in 1887, 10 years after the creation of the Robertson Basin, a manmade harbour to service Kiama. The principal Keeper's... More
Kiama Post Office
Kiama - Kiama is an important service centre in the region and a favoured tourist destination. As a service centre Kempsey was an important point in the mail delivery... More
Little Blowhole
Kiama - The Little Blowhole is a smaller version of the main blowhole and includes a viewing platform. This smaller blowhole spouts plumes of water into the air... More
Masonic Temple
Kiama - The Kiama Masonic Temple was originally built in 1878 as a Temperance Hall. It was bought by the Masons in 1897 and is a memorable feature of Kiama More
Mount Keira Summit Park
Mount Keira - The park is an area of 9.4 hectares that includes the whole summit of Mount Keira. It is used intensively for recreational purposes such as bushwalking,... More
Mount Kembla Village Hotel
Mount Kembla - Established in 1898, the Mt Kembla Hotel is the last traditional weatherboard hotel in the Illawarra.
They pride themselves on serving the freshest,... More
Mt Kembla Heritage Centre
Mount Kembla - Mt Kembla Heritage Centre is now featuring a New South Wales Government Heritage Volunteers Award Winning display ‘Thunder in a Cloudless Sky’... More
North Beach Precinct
Wollongong - This beach has everything a family could desire - rock pools, wading areas, good surf, grass, shade, barbecue, picnic booths and there is also free parking.... More
Pilots Cottage Museum And Heritage Centre
Kiama - ** Classified by the National Trust
Situated on Blowhole Headland, this beautifully restored building is home to Kiama and District Historical Society... More
Queensland Pioneer Steam Train
Swanbank - Queensland Pioneer Steam Railway operates heritage steam and diesel hauled trains between Swanbank and Bundamba Racecourse. Passengers can board the train... More
Ravensthorpe
Albion Park Rail - European classic cuisine, in the intimate setting of a grand 19th century manor house.
Built by Doctor A.W. Bateman in 1893 the accommodation is comprised... More
Regent Theatre
Wollongong - The Regent Theatre was built to exude warmth and beauty. The 1950s atmosphere is apparent from the moment you step through the doors into the reception... More
Scarborough Hotel
Scarborough - Situated on the cliff at Scarborough, is the Scarborough Hotel. Recently renovated to its original grandeur and charm, the hotel boasts magnificent ocean... More
Sir Charles Kingsford Smith Memorial and Lookout
Gerroa - Affording panoramic views of Seven Mile Beach National Park and spectacular views of the coastline, the memorial (in the shape of the now famous aircraft),... More
St Stephen's Presbyterian Church
Jamberoo - Built in the Norman style by a local architect, St Stephen's Presbyterian Church is sure to please even the most jaded of church admirers. More
Sublime Point Lookout
Bulli - Sublime Point Lookout offers 180 degree views over the sea, the rainforest and the 17 beaches that span the coastline to Wollongong.
Sublime Point track-... More
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