It doesn’t matter if you know “The Gong” like the back of your hand or if you’ve never set foot on this coastal oasis, we have planned three adventures that will leave you wanting more.
The Gong #1
Do you fancy a trip to the streets of New York City without having to deal with the excessively long flight and crowds of people? Are you a lover of everything musical? After winning three 2014 Helpmann Awards, the 1966 Broadway musical – Sweet Charity is making its way from a successful run in Sydney to the Illawarra Performing Arts Centre (IPAC). Complete with major hits including ‘Big Spender’ and ‘If My Friends Could See Me Now’, Sweet Charity is the perfect night out for adults who love the theatre. Grab a drink after the show at this local’s favourite…
Howlin’ Wolf Bar Wollongong
A quick 2-minute walk from the IPAC you will find the Howlin’ Wolf Bar Wollongong. This local drinking hole specialises in whiskey and cider, and has one of the most impressive stocks of whiskey around with over 100 variations ready to be poured into your glass. With an extensive drinks menu, great atmosphere and live music, you can keep your amazing night-out going strong at this establishment. Grab some tapas-style food and lean back as you let the sounds of blues, soul, funk and jazz wash over you.
Where: 3/53-61 Crown St, Wollongong, QLD.
The Gong #2
A road trip along the Great Pacific Drive should be on everyone’s bucket list. With some of the best views of the New South Wales coastline, this 140km drive will take you through a world of wonders. Rainforests, seaside towns, the iconic Sea Cliff Bridge… Once you’ve made it to Wollongong you are going to need to kick back and comprehend what you have just experienced – and we’ve found the perfect spot.
The Scarborough Hotel
Situated on top of a seaside cliff, this Wollongong hotel has been making the most of its picturesque location for years. The Scarborough Hotel can provide you with a bed for you and your pet, a cold beer from their beer garden and some of the most stunning views of the coast. Grab a spot on the Seacliff Garden Tables or inside a Seacliff Garden Hut, and reminisce about your journey along the Great Pacific Drive.
Where: 383 Lawrence Hargrave Dr, Scarborough, Wollongong, NSW.
The Gong #3 Wollongong Headland
If you want to feel the sea breeze on your face and listen to the sound of the ocean, you simply can’t go passed the Wollongong Headland. Complete with a magnificent lighthouse, this location could be a photographers dream – especially at sunset! When you’re done taking in the sights of the sea, enjoy the rest of your night with a cold drink in your hand. And if there is one place for you to enjoy the perfect brew, it’s inside your local brewery.
The Illawarra Brewery
It doesn’t matter whether you have have lived in Wollongong your entire life or are only in town for a day, if there is one thing you have to experience it is The Five Islands Brewing Company or “The Brewery” as locals have come to know and love it. Since the 2010 refurbishment, this brewery has been going from strength to strength. Enjoy the stunning ocean views as you down one of the local brews. With live bands and event nights on throughout the week, you could have a long night ahead of you.
Where: WIN Sports & Entertainment Centre, Cnr Crown & Harbour St, Wollongong, NSW.
Do you have a favourite spot to unwind with a drink in Wollongong? Let us know in the comments below!
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It doesn’t matter if you know “The Gong” like the back of your hand or if you’ve never set foot on this coastal oasis, we have planned three adventures that will leave you wanting more. The Gong #1 Do you fancy a trip to the streets of New York City without having to deal with […]
