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Shellharbour is the ideal place to reconnect with your family and friends.
Perfectly positioned between the pristine waters of the Tasman Sea and the picturesque Illawarra Escarpment, Shellharbour is packed with hidden gems, calming countryside, crystal clear beaches, delicious food, a unique shopping and endless adventure to be experienced all year round, it’s a holiday destination that must be experienced.
Shellharbour is conveniently located on the iconic Grand Pacific Drive – just over an hour’s easy drive south of Sydney, and within two and a half hours from Canberra.
Shellharbour is waiting to welcome you. Start booking and planning your next visit today.
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HARS Aviation Museum Tarmac Days
13 November, 2026
Beyond the Museum’s daily exhibits and tours, Tarmac Days bring aviation history to life by showcasing specific events and eras. […]
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PromenART
21 October, 2026
This September, PromenART returns with a new look. Following three incredible years of sculpture, PromenART 2026 will transform The Waterfront, […]
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Albion Park Community Hub Market
1 November, 2026
The Albion Park Community Hub Market is a family-friendly event held on the first Sunday of every month. While its […]
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Shellharbour SUP Festival
30 October, 2026
The Shellharbour SUP Shellharbour will feature three days of exciting paddle boarding from flat water races to SUP surfing. There […]
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Roo Theatre Company Present Alice in Wonderland
13 - 29 November, 2026
Step into a world of whimsy and wonder with the Roo Theatre Company’s enchanting theatrical adaptation of Alice in Wonderland. Prepare […]
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Shellharbour Wild Whale Watching Cruises at Shellharbour Marina
16 May - 16 Nov, 2026
Experience the exquisite wonder of the natural world that surrounds Shellharbour. Witness the migration of the awe-inspiring humpback whale. Australia […]
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Carols by Candlelight at Croom Regional Sporting Complex
4 December, 2026
Santa’s first stop this holiday season is Shellharbour’s Carols By Candlelight! Join us at Croom Regional Sporting Complex, on Friday, […]
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NYE Skylights Shellharbour
31 December, 2026
A NEW YEARS EVE EVENT LIKE NO OTHER As the sun sets, experience the region’s first New Year’s Eve Drone […]
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Australia Day Breakfast By The Lake 2027
26 January, 2027
Join us at Reddall Reserve this Australia Day for a classic lakeside celebration filled with sunshine, smiles, and great vibes. […]
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🌿🌊 Discover the natural beauty of Killalea Regional Park! 🌊🌿
Where rolling green hills meet the sparkling blue ocean, Killalea is the perfect place to slow down, breathe in the fresh sea air and reconnect with nature. ☀️🌾
Whether you’re chasing waves, exploring scenic coastal trails or enjoying quality time with family and friends, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! 💚
🏄♂️ Learn to surf with @pinessurfingacademy
🚶♀️ Explore the coast with a scenic beach walk
🧺 Enjoy a picnic surrounded by nature
🏃♀️ Get moving at Killalea parkrun every Saturday
From outdoor adventures to peaceful moments by the sea, Killalea is the perfect place to embrace the outdoors and make the most of our beautiful South Coast. 🌊✨
Come for the views, stay for the experience, and discover your next favourite outdoor escape! 💚
📍 Killalea Regional Park, Shell Cove, NSW
image by @msisko777 (instagram)
#visitshellharbour #KillaleaRegionalPark #ExploreTheSouthCoast #VisitNSW #OutdoorAdventure #PinesSurfingAcademy #parkrun #Shellharbour #NatureEscape
Oct 21
✈️ Adventure takes off in Shellharbour!
From thrilling jet flights and scenic joy flights to skydives, helicopter experiences and charter adventures, some of our region`s most unforgettable tourism experiences begin at @shellharbourairport.
We`re incredibly fortunate to have our own airport right here in Shellharbour, creating opportunities for visitors and locals to experience the region from a whole new perspective. Whether you`re soaring above our stunning coastline with @jetflight.com.au Shellharbour, taking the leap with a skydive, enjoying a scenic helicopter tour, or exploring Australia`s rich aviation history at @harsaviationmuseum, there`s an adventure waiting to take flight.
And if G-force isn`t your thing, the airport is still worth a visit. Grab a coffee or lunch from @greenacres.cafes.and.catering, settle in, and watch the spectacle of aircraft arriving, departing and taking to the skies throughout the day.
Better yet, make time to visit HARS Aviation Museum, home to Australia`s only flying aviation museum, where history doesn`t just sit on display, it still takes to the air.
📍 Shellharbour Airport
🛩️ Jet flights, joy flights & scenic tours
🚁 Helicopter experiences
🪂 Skydiving adventures
✈️ Historic flying aircraft at HARS Aviation Museum
☕ Coffee, lunch and plane spotting at Greenacres Café
#VisitShellharbour #ShellharbourAirport #JetflightShellharbour #HARSMuseum #AdventureSouthCoast #FlyShellharbour #DestinationNSW #LoveNSW #SomeThingsAreBetterSouth
Video @harsaviationmuseum and @jetflight.com.au
Oct 20
🌿💦 As the rain eases, it’s the perfect time to lace up your walking shoes and explore the Cascade Falls Walk at Macquarie Pass.
Recent rainfall means the waterfall is at its spectacular best, cascading through the lush rainforest in a full, flowing display. Keep your eyes peeled along the trail, too. Water dragons can often be spotted basking after the wet weather, while the beautiful lyrebird emerges to forage among the forest floor.
Breathe in the fresh mountain air, listen to the sounds of the rainforest, and enjoy one of the South Coast’s most picturesque walks while the falls are putting on a show.
📍 Cascade Falls Walk, Macquarie Pass
🥾 Easy rainforest walk
💦 Best enjoyed after rain
Learn more with @nswnationalparks
#VisitShellharbour #MacquariePass #CascadeFalls #Shellharbour #BetterSouth
Oct 20
The adrenaline capital of the South Coast 🔥
Looking for an adventure that gets your heart racing? Come visit Shellharbour 90 minutes south of Sydney and turn your next getaway into an adrenaline filled escape. 🌊
✈️ Chase the ultimate thrill with a Nanchang aerobatic flight with @nsw_air taking to the skies for heart racing aerobatics and incredible coastal views.
🪂 Ready to take the leap? Go skydiving with @BigwaveSkydive and freefall over Shellharbour’s spectacular coastline.
🤿 Take a deep breath and dive in. Experience the thrill of freediving and discover the incredible underwater world beneath the surface with @legaseafreediving
✈️ Fly like a fighter pilot. Experience the speed and power of an L39 Albatros with @JetFlight.com.au Shellharbour for an unforgettable jet flight adventure.
🦈 Go beneath the surface. Dive with @ShellharbourScuba and Photography and come face to face with incredible marine life, including Grey Nurse Sharks.
Too much action for one weekend? 😎 Stay for a week and make the most of it. Between adventures, explore Shellharbour’s beaches, rainforest, coastline, great food and natural attractions. 🌴🌊
Come for the adrenaline. Stay for the adventure. 🔥Some Things are Better South
Discover more www.visitshellharbour.com.au (Link in Bio)
#visitshellharbour #feelNSW #shellharbour #grandpacificdrive #adrenaline
Oct 17
Thanks to @natureloveaustralia for showcasing the beauty of our coastline! 🌊💙
From the pristine shores of Windang and Warilla Beach to the stunning foreshore walks and sunsets, it`s great to see these local gems inspiring more people to discover Shellharbour and the NSW South Coast. 🙌☀️
#VisitShellharbour #SomeThingsAreBetterSouth #FeelNSW
Oct 16
🌊💙 Shellharbour`s beaches are making waves for all the right reasons!
There`s now even more reason to dive into a Shellharbour adventure, with Shellharbour Beach ranked among the eight coastal beaches with the highest water quality ratings in NSW in the 2026 State of the Beaches report.
Not only did Shellharbour Beach receive a Very Good rating, but Warilla Beach also achieved the same outstanding result, recognising the pristine water quality and excellent environmental conditions across our coastline.
Whether you`re swimming, surfing, snorkelling or simply soaking up the seaside views, you can enjoy our beautiful beaches with confidence knowing they`re among the best in the state.
From family beach days to coastal adventures, Shellharbour`s stunning shoreline continues to shine as one of NSW`s premier coastal destinations. 🌊☀️
#VisitShellharbour #ShellharbourNSW #LoveNSW #BeachLife #SouthCoastNSW #ShellharbourBeach #WarillaBeach #CoastalAdventure #NSWBeaches #FellNSW #bettersouth
Oct 14
The kids are back at school, the rain is falling... and for a few blissful hours, you`ve got time to yourself. ☔✨
Instead of rushing around, why not turn a grey day into a wellness day?
Unwind with a session at @thosefloatingsaunas , relax in the calming salt rooms at @saltandskinwellness , indulge in a massage or facial at @arabella_day_spa or simply settle in for a long lunch overlooking @thewaterfrontshellcove as the storm rolls across the bay.
Looking for a little retail therapy? Browse the shops at @StocklandShellharbour or the boutiques in Shellharbour Village, catch the latest movie at @eventcinemasshellharbour, then finish the day with good food, great coffee and nowhere else to be.
Sports crazy, but going stir crazy in the wet? @thebirdiebunker_official will give you the sports buzz you crave with virtual golf. Watching the rain green up the fairway at @TheLinksShellCove while you enjoy a meal and a cold beverage is a bit of much needed green therapy.
Because sometimes the best rainy-day plan is slowing down, switching off and treating yourself. 🤍
#Shellharbour #Rainydays #BetterSouth #VisitShellharbour #Nokids
Oct 13
Dive into another world at Bushrangers Bay. 🤿✨
From the elusive leafy sea dragon to colourful fish and curious sea creatures, Shellharbour`s underwater wonderland is full of surprises. The hardest part? Looking away.
💙 Who can you spot in the water?
#VisitShellharbour #BushrangersBay #ScubaDiving #Snorkelling #Shellharbour
Images by Bonnie Harris & @shellharbourscuba
Oct 12