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Local guides to Kiama's beaches, walks, food and day trips, written by our Kiama travel specialist, with the distance from Kiama Ridge Waters in every guide.
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An accessible Kiama guide for seniors and limited mobility: paved Blowhole paths, beach wheelchairs, accessible toilets, drive-up lookouts and Gold Opal trains.
Towns and day trips
Berry NSW is 15 minutes' drive from Kiama. Plan a day with Queen Street bakeries and pubs, market days, the museum, nearby cellar doors and Seven Mile Beach.
Beaches and coast
Bombo Beach in Kiama: 1.2 km of surf below the basalt columns of Bombo Headland Quarry. Rips, patrol dates, off-leash dogs, parking, the train and the Boneyard.
Live and own in Kiama
Buying property in Kiama? Compare the areas and apartments with houses, then check strata, stamp duty, hazard maps and holiday letting rules at the source.
Landmarks and walks
Cathedral Rocks Kiama guide: reach the basalt stacks from Jones Beach at low tide, find the sea cave and rockpools, and time your sunrise photos safely.
Towns and day trips
Day trips from Kiama with measured drive times: Illawarra Fly, Berry, Kangaroo Valley, Fitzroy Falls, Jervis Bay, the Sea Cliff Bridge and Wollongong.
Beaches and coast
Dog friendly beaches in Kiama: off-leash zones at Bombo, Jones and Werri, six headland parks, Council rules, hours and drive times from the apartments.
Beaches and coast
Easts Beach Kiama is a sheltered 350 m beach with a creek for small children, summer lifeguards and the Coast Walk. Parking, safety, dogs and nearby stays.
Things to do
Free things to do in Kiama: both blowholes, the lighthouse, the Coast Walk, rock pools, lookouts, whale-watching platforms, markets and free library films.
Eat and drink
Gerringong restaurants and cafes: Werri Beach breakfasts, Fern Street coffee, dinner at The Noble and The Hill, live music, Crooked River and Stoic Brewing.
Towns and day trips
Gerringong is a hilltop village 10 minutes south of Kiama. Werri Beach, two ocean pools, the whale platform, Tasman Drive, markets, food and the coast walk.
Towns and day trips
Gerroa is a small beach town 12 minutes south of Kiama. Swim the Crooked River shallows, learn to surf on Seven Mile Beach, picnic, fish and watch whales.
Towns and day trips
Plan the Grand Pacific Drive from Sydney to Kiama with measured drive times, one and two day plans, Sea Cliff Bridge parking, park fees and road checks.
Live and own in Kiama
Is Kiama a good place to live? An honest look at the population, the commute to Sydney, health care, schools, rentals and summer crowds, using official data.
Things to do
Jamberoo Action Park from Kiama: 2026-27 season dates, ticket prices, height limits for every big ride, food and BBQ rules, and how to plan a full day.
Towns and day trips
Jamberoo village guide: the 1857 pub, Minnamurra Rainforest, the last-Sunday markets, Jamberoo Action Park and escarpment lookouts, 14 minutes from Kiama.
Things to do
Kiama art gallery guide: the Old Fire Station, Sevenmarks, Gerringong and Jamberoo galleries, pottery and painting classes, murals and arts events, with times.
Things to do
Things to do in Kiama at night: the floodlit Blowhole, sunset lookouts, dinner bookings, karaoke, trivia, live music, Friday wine nights and courtesy buses.
Landmarks and walks
The Kiama Blowhole is free, open 24/7 and sprays highest in a south-east swell. When to go, where to park, wheelchair access, its history and how to get there.
Eat and drink
Kiama cafes by area: harbour breakfasts at Diggies and Penny Whistlers, Terralong Street coffee, sourdough and pastries, dog-friendly spots and early openers.
Landmarks and walks
The Kiama Coast Walk (Kiama Coastal Walk) runs about 20 km from Minnamurra to Gerringong. Section times, the map, dog rules, Werri Lagoon and trains back.
Towns and day trips
Kiama Downs guide: surf and swim at patrolled Jones Beach, see Cathedral Rocks at low tide, watch whales at Minnamurra and eat on Johnson Street, near Kiama.
Things to do
Kiama events calendar: what's on today, this weekend or by town, from live music and markets to the Kiama Show, New Year's Eve fireworks and yearly festivals.
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Plan a Kiama family holiday: a three-day plan with kids, patrolled beach dates, ocean pools for toddlers, school holiday timing, rainy days and packing.
Eat and drink
Kiama fish and chips: By the Sea, Saltwater and Jaws on Terralong Street, Silica To Go by Surf Beach and Diggies, with prices, hours and where to eat them.
Things to do
Fishing in Kiama: land-based spots from the harbour to the Minnamurra River, what bites each season, charters, boat ramps, NSW licence costs and rock safety.
Things to do
Kiama Golf Club green fees, tee times, dress code and bistro hours, plus the Gerringong links course and Jamberoo Golf Club, all under 15 minutes' drive away.
Things to do
Kiama group activities for 8 to 30 people: a winery long lunch, surf lessons, barefoot bowls, Jamberoo Action Park group tickets, golf and fishing charters.
Landmarks and walks
Kiama Harbour guide: the 1876 Robertson Basin, Kiama Fisheries on the quay, fish and chips, the boat ramp, charters, Black Beach and the Pilot's Cottage.
Landmarks and walks
Kiama history for visitors, from Dharawal Country and cedar to the 1876 harbour, the 1887 lighthouse, heritage-listed buildings and a timed heritage walk.
Eat and drink
Kiama ice cream and gelato: The Original Ice Creamery, Scoops, The Pines Gelato Bar, the farmers' market, Gerringong and Berry, with hours and walk times.
Things to do
The Kiama Jazz and Blues Festival returns 5 to 7 March 2027 for its 40th anniversary. Dates, past venues, tickets, parking, trains and where to stay nearby.
Landmarks and walks
Kiama Lighthouse was first lit in 1887 and still works today. Parking on Blowhole Point, the Pilot's Cottage Museum, its history and the walk from town.
Landmarks and walks
Kiama lookout guide: 13 free lookouts from Saddleback Mountain to Gerroa, with drive times, parking, access, whale-watching spots and what you see from each.
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A Kiama map explained: Blowhole Point, the harbour, Terralong Street, beaches north and south and the hinterland, with walking and driving times from our door.
Eat and drink
Kiama markets guide: the Wednesday farmers market at Coronation Park, Seaside Markets at Black Beach on the third Sunday, plus Gerringong and Jamberoo dates.
Things to do
Kiama massage and day spa guide: endota, Siam Balance, Thai massage on Manning Street, float and sauna sessions, mobile massage and a wellness weekend plan.
Things to do
Kiama New Year's Eve 2026 guide to the free Sky Show at Kiama Harbour, from 4pm with fireworks at 9pm. Where to watch, eat, park, catch the train and stay.
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Kiama parking made simple: where to park for the Blowhole, harbour, town centre and beaches, Park&Ride rates at the station, plus trains, buses and taxis.
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Kiama pharmacy guide for visitors: four local chemists, GPs, the nearest emergency department at Shellharbour, after-hours help and beach safety tips.
Things to do
Kiama Picnic Train 2026 dates, fares and the timetable from Tempe and Central, what to do in Kiama on the day, and what is known so far about 2027 trips.
Things to do
Kiama playground guide for families: 12 Council parks from Hindmarsh Park to Surf Beach, with equipment, shade, toilets, walk and drive times and what's nearby.
Eat and drink
Kiama pubs, bars and clubs: the 1891 Grand Hotel, Tory's, the Leagues Club, cocktail bars, Sunday live music, the Jamberoo Pub and walk times from your stay.
Live and own in Kiama
Kiama real estate explained for buyers: the towns of Kiama LGA, houses vs apartments, official median prices and rents, and how to research a property first.
Live and own in Kiama
See the Kiama Ridge Waters location in south Kiama, with walks to Easts Beach and town, drive times to schools, hospitals and Sydney, and who it suits.
Beaches and coast
Kiama rock pools guide: Blowhole Point, the 50 m Continental Pool, Boat Harbour and Ourie ocean pools, Cathedral Rocks rockpools, facilities and safety tips.
Live and own in Kiama
Kiama schools in one guide: public, Catholic and independent options, Kiama High School, intake zones, TAFE and uni, with walk and drive times for families.
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Kiama shops for a self-catering stay: where to find Woolworths, bakeries, the butcher, bottle shops and boutiques, plus the nearest Coles and ALDI stores.
Things to do
Kiama Show 2027 runs Friday 22 and Saturday 23 January at Kiama Showground. Dates, tickets, membership passes, events, parking, the train and where to stay.
Beaches and coast
Where and when to watch the Kiama sunrise, from Easts Beach to Cathedral Rocks and Bombo, with monthly times, first light, daylight saving and sunset lookouts.
Beaches and coast
Kiama surf guide: Surf Beach and The Wedge, Bombo, Jones, the Boneyard, Werri Point and learner waves at Gerroa, plus surf schools, patrols and drive times.
Eat and drink
Kiama pizza and takeaway by cuisine: local and Neapolitan-style pizza, Thai, Vietnamese, Indian, Chinese, fish and chips, who delivers and what's open late.
Things to do
Kiama tours to book: whale cruises from Shell Cove, Aboriginal paddles on the Minnamurra River, surf lessons, wine trips and treetop walks, with drive times.
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Kiama weather month by month from Bureau of Meteorology records: average highs, lows and rain, when to visit, how swell drives the blowholes and what to pack.
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Wedding venues in Kiama, Gerringong and Jamberoo: coastal, winery, farm and heritage settings, published capacities and drive times from Kiama Ridge Waters.
Landmarks and walks
Where to see Kiama wildlife: whales off the headlands, lyrebirds at Minnamurra, ground parrots at Barren Grounds, a bird hide, rockpool rules and nature walks.
Landmarks and walks
The Little Blowhole in Kiama is free, open 24/7 and sprays on north-east swells. Where to find it, parking, safety, when to go and the walk to Easts Beach.
Landmarks and walks
Minnamurra Rainforest guide: the Lyrebird Loop, the 4.2 km Minnamurra Falls walk, $12 vehicle entry, gate hours and tips, 25 minutes' drive from Kiama.
Things to do
Plan a day on the Minnamurra River near Kiama: where to swim, launch a kayak or paddle board, the fishing rules, tides, river mouth safety and parking.
Towns and day trips
Minnamurra guide: swim and paddle the Minnamurra River, launch at two boat ramps, walk the headland, find Mystics Beach and start the Kiama Coast Walk.
Landmarks and walks
14 places to visit in Kiama in 2027, including the Blowhole, Cathedral Rocks and Saddleback Mountain, with walk and drive times, parking, fees and 2027 dates.
Things to do
Kiama Leisure Centre pool hours and facilities, plus free library films, museums, galleries, pottery, wineries and rainforest walks for a wet day in Kiama.
Live and own in Kiama
Plan for retiring in Kiama with the town's age profile, nearest hospitals, $2.50 Gold Opal travel, clubs, ocean pools, step-free housing and aged care options.
Landmarks and walks
Saddleback Mountain lookout sits more than 600 m above Kiama, 9 minutes' drive from town, with views from Cronulla to Milton, two platforms and Hoddles Track.
Beaches and coast
Seven Mile Beach NSW runs just over 12 km from Gerroa to Shoalhaven Heads. Picnic areas, sand track walks, surf, patrols, dog rules and drive times from Kiama.
Towns and day trips
Shellharbour is 15 minutes north of Kiama. Plan a day trip to the village, the ocean pool, Bass Point, Killalea, Shell Cove marina and the HARS museum.
Plan your trip
Sydney to Kiama takes about 1 hr 45 by car from the CBD or 2 hr 15 by train from Central. Routes, Opal fares and caps, coaches, the Picnic Train and parking.
Things to do
Things to do in Kiama 2027, month by month: confirmed event dates, NSW school and public holidays, whale season and beach patrols, plus what's still to come.
Things to do
Things to do in Kiama in winter: watch humpbacks from free headland platforms, drive up Saddleback, walk the coast, chase waterfalls and warm up at a pub.
Things to do
Things to do in Kiama with kids: the Blowhole, ocean pools with toddler wading areas, Hindmarsh Park, Minnamurra Rainforest, Jamberoo and rainy-day ideas.
Landmarks and walks
Kiama walks for every pace: Coast Walk sections, Minnamurra Falls, Barren Grounds heath tracks and Seven Mile Beach, with distances, grades and dog rules.
Landmarks and walks
Waterfalls near Kiama, from Minnamurra Falls (25 minutes) to Carrington, Belmore and Fitzroy Falls, with walk grades, park fees, closures and drive times.
Beaches and coast
Werri Beach at Gerringong: 1.7 km of surf with Werri Lagoon to the north and the Ourie Ocean Pool to the south. Patrol dates, rips, dogs, parking and stays.
Landmarks and walks
Whale watching in Kiama runs May to November. Six free lookouts from Minnamurra to Gerroa, the month-by-month season, cruises from Shell Cove and spotting tips.
Eat and drink
Restaurants in Kiama by meal, view and cuisine: Silica on Surf Beach, Little Betty's, Cin Cin, Olive & Vine, harbour fish and chips, pubs, cafes and open days.
Plan your trip
Where to stay in Kiama, area by area: the town centre, Kendalls and Easts Beach, Bombo, Gerringong and Jamberoo, with stay types, prices and tips for groups.
Eat and drink
Wineries near Kiama include Crooked River Estate in Gerringong, 10 minutes away, and Silos, Two Figs and Coolangatta Estate near Berry, with hours and tours.
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The guides above cover the beaches, the Blowhole and the Coast Walk. These six places round out a first visit, from a second blowhole to a rainforest walk. Walk times are measured from the apartments at 2 Surfleet Place.
Tingira Crescent, Kiama · about a 20-minute walk (1.6 km)
Go when the sea is coming from the north-east. Destination Kiama calls it arguably more consistent than its larger cousin, and it's often at its most dramatic when the swell is small. Watch from the platform or the rocky foreshore. Parking and a picnic area, but no provision for access needs.
Saddleback Mountain, Kiama · about 9 minutes from the apartments by car
On a clear day you can see from Cronulla in the north to Milton in the south. There's a north-facing platform off the main car park and a newer southern platform a little further up.
345 Minnamurra Falls Road, Jamberoo
Open 9am to 4pm daily (closed Christmas Day), with a $12 vehicle fee per day. The Lyrebird loop takes about an hour and suits children. NPWS posts alerts for the park, so check them before you drive out.
1215 Jamberoo Road, Jamberoo
NSW's largest family owned and operated water theme park, in its own words. In October it opens Friday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm. Check the park's calendar for other months.
Via Glenbrook Drive off Dido Street, Kiama
A bird hide between the lagoon and a freshwater lake, with cormorants, moorhens, coots and swans. The path carries on through the wetland to the southern end of Bombo Beach. Pick up a bird brochure at the Visitor Information Centre.
Blowhole Point Road, Kiama · about a 35-minute walk (2.9 km)
A maritime and regional museum in a restored cottage built in 1881, on the same road as the Blowhole. Open Saturday and Sunday, 11am to 3pm.
You can see Kiama's headline sights in a day, mostly on foot. Here's a route that starts at your door.
Staying the weekend? Spend day two south in Gerringong (8 km, about 10 minutes by car) or inland at Minnamurra Rainforest and Jamberoo. For a full plan, see our Kiama weekend getaway page.
These are the regular fixtures listed by Destination Kiama. Dates can shift, so confirm on Kiama What's On before you go.
| What | Where | When |
|---|---|---|
| Kiama Farmers' Market | Kiama | Every Wednesday, 3pm to 6pm (2pm to 5pm outside daylight saving) |
| Kiama Seaside Markets | Kiama | Third Sunday of the month, from 9am |
| Gerringong Rotary Markets | Gerringong | Third Saturday of the month, 8:30am to 1:30pm |
| Jamberoo Village Markets | Jamberoo | Last Sunday of the month, 9am to 1pm |
| Live music at Burnetts | Kiama | Every Saturday, 10am to 1pm |
| Sunday Sessions at Yves Social | Kiama | Every Sunday, 2pm to 5pm |
| Live music at Crooked River Estate | Gerringong | Every Saturday, 2pm to 5pm |
More detail is in our Kiama markets guide and Kiama events page.
If it rains, the Pilot's Cottage Museum is open on weekends, and the town's cafes and pubs are a short drive away. If you head out to Minnamurra Rainforest, check NPWS alerts first. Find more ideas in rainy-day things to do in Kiama.
From the Sydney CBD it's 134 km to the apartments, about 1 hour 45 minutes by car without traffic. Each apartment has secure garage parking for two cars, so you can leave the car once you arrive. Shellharbour Airport is about 20 minutes away.
By train, Kiama station is about a 27-minute walk (2.2 km) from the apartments. Minnamurra station is the start of the Coast Walk's North section, and Gerringong station is 1.4 km along Belinda Street from the walk's southern end, so you can walk one way and ride back. Check times on the Transport NSW trip planner, and read our Sydney to Kiama guide for more.
