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Symbio Wildlife Park
No. 2 of Best Things to Do in Illawarra Region

Symbio Wildlife Park

5.8
4.8/5
27 reviews
Just 45 minutes south of Sydney, Simbio Wildlife Park has 16 acres of lush natural bushland where you can cuddle a koala or hand-feed a kangaroo. Symbio is the happy home to over 1000 species of animals, home to a wide variety of native Australian, farm and exotic animals. Simbio is well-regarded for allowing visitors to get up close and personal with wildlife; remember to bring your camera. Head to the shaded gazebo, poolside for a picnic, or on the park lawn for lunch.Helensburgh · 2.7km from Stanwell Tops
Sea Cliff Bridge
No. 3 of Best Things to Do in Wollongong

Sea Cliff Bridge

5.1
5.0/5
3 reviews
The Sea Cliff Bridge is a spectacular bridge built along the coastal cliffs, connecting Coalcliff and Clifton. The bridge has become a popular tourist destination due to its unique design and beautiful coastline views. The Sea Cliff Bridge is part of the Great Ocean Road, and visitors can enjoy unparalleled views of the ocean and cliffs as they drive past. There are dedicated sidewalks on the bridge, suitable for walking and cycling, where visitors can take a leisurely stroll and enjoy the sea breeze. Early morning and evening are recommended times for photography, as the bridge and the coastline complement each other under the interweaving of light and shadow. There are parking lots and observation decks nearby for visitors to stop and enjoy the scenery. Visitors should pay attention to safety when visiting, especially when walking on the bridge, they should pay attention to passing vehicles. The Sea Cliff Bridge is about 70 kilometers from downtown Sydney, suitable for self-driving tours or as part of the scenic route along the way. There are other natural attractions and towns around, which can be arranged to visit together to enrich the travel experience.Clifton · 4.2km from Stanwell Tops
Bald Hill lookout

Bald Hill lookout

5
Bald Hill lookout is a cliff-top lookout at an elevation of approx. 180 m, overlooking the Illawarra coastline and the Pacific Ocean. Located at the end of Lawrence Hargrave Drive and adjacent to a paragliding launch site, it offers views covering Sea Cliff Bridge, Stanwell Park Beach, and Wollongong, extending on clear days to the meeting point of green hills and blue sea dozens of km away. Situated on the edge of the Illawarra Escarpment, the area features steep cliffs and open lawns, often swept by sea breezes. It is cool in winter and mild in summer, with mist after rain adding layers to the scenery. This lookout offers expansive views, with crashing waves, winding beaches, lush green mountains in the distance, and a blue sky. It connects the sky and the sea. Standing on the edge of the cliff with the sea breeze on your face, you can feel the vastness and freedom of the Australian east coast.Stanwell Tops · 667m from downtown
Grand Pacific Drive
No. 4 of Best Things to Do in Wollongong

Grand Pacific Drive

4.7
4.4/5
62 reviews
Melbourne has the Great Ocean Road and Wollongong has the Blue Ocean Road. The Blue Ocean Road is located between Sydney and Wollongong. This road is one of the routes from Sydney to the southern bay. The road is built along the coast, and the scenery along the way is not lost to the Great Ocean Road. 1. Sydney's Royal National Park Blue Ocean Road, passing through the Royal National Park along the way, passing farmland and seascapes, and passing through charming fishing port towns, the scenery is changing and dizzying. Departing from Sydney to Wollongong, the first pass is the Royal National Park, where the Blue Ocean Road begins. 2. Sea Cliff Bridge The spectacular SeaCliff Bridge (SeaCliff Bridge) is a very beautiful and unique section of the Blue Ocean Road. It is an overhead bridge built along a steep cliff. The train passes behind the cliff, and the bridge itself cannot be seen, but under the sea cliff bridge is a beautiful beach, with people fishing, surfing, and barbecues. You can park your car on the side of the road, get out of the car, relax, stretch your legs, take pictures, and if you're lucky, you can even see migrating whales. 3. After Bald Hill leaves the National Park, it takes about 12 minutes to drive to Bald Hill in the north of Wollongong, which is a good place to overlook the scenery of Wollongong Harbour. Standing on the top of the mountain overlooks the coastal road, the Sea Cliff Bridge, Wollongong and the magnificent view of the Pacific Ocean. It is also a famous gliding spot. The vast sea, quiet bays, green mountains, golden beaches and winding coastal roads form a beautiful landscape. 4. Shellharbour continues to drive, you can come to Shellharbour, the geographical end of the blue ocean road, which is also a beautiful seaside town on the blue ocean road. The rocks and open-air swimming pools by the sea are very beautiful, and there are rows on the seaside grass. Barbecue shack, people come here for vacation, so happy. 5. Don't stop at Jervis Bay because of this, you can continue to Jervis Bay (Jervis Bay), because it is located on the whale migration road, whales often haunt here, you can sign up for a whale watching group. There are large and small stretches of beaches, ponds, secret caves, small streams suitable for swimming, kayaking, fishing, surfing and more.Stanwell Tops · 623m from downtown
Skydive Sydney Wollongong
No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Illawarra Region

Skydive Sydney Wollongong

6.1
4.6/5
30 reviews
Feel the skydive from 15,000 feet above North Wollongong Beach, and during the skydive, enjoy Wollongong's beautiful blue ocean and golden sands, and become one with nature. The fall time is as long as 60 seconds and the speed is as high as 220 km/h. Before returning to the ground, it will slowly descend and cross the coastline, which will take more than 5 minutes.North Wollongong · 22.8km from Stanwell Tops
Sydney Opera House
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Sydney Opera House

9.6
4.7/5
4.1k reviews
The Sydney Opera House is a symbol of Australia. It is recognized as one of the Seven Wonders of the 20th Century and is also a landmark in Sydney. Its white exterior, a shell-like sculpture built on the harbour, like scattered petals floating in the air, have for many years left observers in amazement. It houses a concert hall, a music theatre, a performance theatre, a children's theatre and a photography studio. Auctions, concerts and other events are held every month or even every week. △ Enjoy wonderful performances from all over the world △ Behind the scenes, walks, tours and experiences △ Admire the magnificent scenery of Sydney Harbor and enjoy a leisurely afternoon tea timeSydney · 45.3km from Stanwell Tops
Sydney Whale Watching Cruise
No. 3 of Best Things to Do in Australia

Sydney Whale Watching Cruise

9.1
4.4/5
306 reviews
The Sydney Whale Watching Cruise is a unique local experience where travelers have the opportunity to observe whales up close. From May to November each year, tens of thousands of humpback whales migrate north from Antarctic waters, passing near Sydney: late June to early July marks the peak northbound period, while after September and October, mother whales with their calves can often be seen slowly returning south along the coastline. Popular whale watching itineraries usually depart from darling harbour or circular quay. The cruise is equipped with advanced facilities, allowing you to enjoy the sea journey without missing any whale watching opportunities.Sydney · 43km from Stanwell Tops
Royal National Park
No. 7 of Spring Outings in New South Wales

Royal National Park

4.1
5.0/5
70 reviews
Sydney's Royal National Park, established in 1879 and known to locals as "Nasho" or "the Royal", features unique heritage views, a wide variety of plants, birds, and animals, offering diverse views ranging from rainforests to beaches.Royal National Park · 13.1km from Stanwell Tops
Taronga Zoo Sydney
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Taronga Zoo Sydney

9.1
4.6/5
3.6k reviews
The Taronga Zoo shows tourists Sydney's original scenery and brings them with a satisfying wildlife experience. With incredible lush native forest belts and harbour views, it is an ideal place to enjoy Australian animals and addicting Sydney views. △ Meet Australian native animals △ Enjoy daily animal performances △ Get up close and feed the animalsMosman · 47.8km from Stanwell Tops
Sri Venkateswara Temple Helensburgh Limited NSW Australia

Sri Venkateswara Temple Helensburgh Limited NSW Australia

3.5
Helensburgh · 1.7km from Stanwell Tops

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SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

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Sydney Coastal Hidden Gems: Kiama Blowhole, Wollongong Wildlife with Tasman Drive & Heart Beach (English Guide)

Sydney Coastal Hidden Gems: Kiama Blowhole, Wollongong Wildlife with Tasman Drive & Heart Beach (English Guide)

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3D2N • 3 Day Private Tour in Blue Mountains and Kiama in Sydney City

3D2N • 3 Day Private Tour in Blue Mountains and Kiama in Sydney City

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7D6N • Sydney + Melbourne

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Immersive dual-city tour: Classic Blue Mountains + 3-section cable car + Popular South Coast Kiama Blowhole + Steam train + Phillip Island + Great Ocean Road. | Experience upgrade: high-quality 4-diamond hotels of your choice throughout the trip + comfortable Mercedes-Benz + ample small train tickets, say goodbye to rushed travel and meet diverse needs. | Self-operated fleet with direct local resources. Vehicles are regularly inspected. We guarantee no hidden fees, ensuring a worry-free and enjoyable trip.
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From Sydney: Kiama blowhole and Kangaroo Valley 1-day tour
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Best of Nashville City Sightseeing Tour on Double Decker Bus
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Sydney Highlights Audio Tour: Iconic Landmarks and History
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Wollongong Audio Tour: Compendium of City Icons
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Purple Sydney: Ultimate Jacaranda Spring Blossom, Taronga Zoo & City Highlights Day Tour
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Sydney Historical Walking Tour including The Rocks
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Depart from Sydney: Blue Mountains tour, Wild Pig Rock and cable car
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Sydney Fish Market: A flavorful exploration and waterfront stroll | 2 hr guided walk
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Sydney: Wildlife, Waterfalls and Wine Small Group Tour
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Sydney Tower Revolving Restaurant Seafood Buffet [Window Seat Optional & Lunch/ Dinner & 360-degree Panoramic View of Sydney Sydney Tower Eye]
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Sydney Tower Revolving Restaurant Seafood Buffet [Window Seat Optional & Lunch/ Dinner & 360-degree Panoramic View of Sydney Sydney Tower Eye]

4.2/5
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SkyFeast Buffet at Sydney Tower Eye [90-minute Buffet Lunch/Buffet Dinner]
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SkyFeast Buffet at Sydney Tower Eye [90-minute Buffet Lunch/Buffet Dinner]

4.5/5
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Sydney Harbour Glass Boat Dinner Cruise
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1-day tour to Hunter Region from Sydney | Chinese, English & Japanese | lunch at two winery hotels | chocolate factory
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1-day tour to Hunter Region from Sydney | Chinese, English & Japanese | lunch at two winery hotels | chocolate factory

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Sydney: Unlimited sky feast at Sydney Tower Eye
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Sydney Tower: SkyFeast Buffet
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Sydney Harbour Discovery cruise sightseeing and buffet dinner
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[Transfer 498] 1-day tour to Wollongong, Kiama Blowhole, and Gerringong from Sydney
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From Sydney: Kiama and Symbio Wildlife Park or Kangaroo Valley tour by Mercedes
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Australia | Sydney Symbio Wildlife Park & Wollongong 1-day tour ※ join-in tour
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Sydney: Jervis Bay Tour with Beaches, Koalas & Kangaroos
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Sydney: Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Coast, Wild Wombats & Roos
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Sea Cliff Bridge

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What travellers say about Stanwell Tops

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Anonymous user5 June 2026
5.0
Worth visit place if you like Australia’s Animal. Good exploring place for kids, kids able to feed & pat kangaroo. Wild life park also provide good explanation about koala during koala show.

Symbio Wildlife Park

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蓝凌兰20 April 2020
5.0
Sea Cliff Bridge is located on the coastal road in Wollongong, Australia. The scenery is particularly beautiful! Under the blue sky and white clouds, the bridge is next to the turbulent sea, which is endless and a perfect landscape painting! I hope to have the opportunity to visit it again!

Sea Cliff Bridge

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小思文3 May 2020
4.0
Blue Ocean Road is a very comfortable little place. You can also experience some nice little things on the ocean road. It is also an option to keep playing along the road. It is very quiet in the morning, there are not too many people, and it looks very clean.

Grand Pacific Drive

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柠檬可可兔24 October 2026
5.0
My first skydive experience! The SkyDive staff were incredibly professional, making the whole process safe and easy. Looking down at Wollongong's magnificent coastline from the air, I felt the trip was worthwhile. The moment I jumped, I truly felt liberated! 👍🏻

Skydive Sydney Wollongong

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露小茜13 October 2026
5.0
The theater isn't very large, so the view from the second floor was excellent, and the actors' performances were very lifelike, with very interesting dialogue. Plus, the theater has a beautiful terrace with floor-to-ceiling windows; I took some lovely photos there in the afternoon!

Sydney Opera House

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Olga_Quest30 September 2026
5.0
Amazing whale-watching experience in Sydney! 🐋I really enjoyed this experience from start to finish. The scenery and the whole environment were absolutely beautiful, and we were lucky enough to see a lot of whales! It was amazing watching them in their natural environment, and the experience was even better than I expected. Definitely a great activity to do while visiting Sydney, and I would happily recommend it to others!

Sydney Whale Watching Cruise

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M35***2625 December 2019
5.0
This was a beautiful garden we visited at the end of our trip to Sydney. We recommend walking through the park and ending up at Mrs. Macaulay's Chair, which is a great spot to see the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Worth a visit

Royal National Park

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Dilip Namdeo Shinde3 November 2026
4.0
Beautiful zoo. Bird show and seals show are main attractions. The tree are various animals in the zoo. View from zoo of Opera House is brilliant.

Taronga Zoo Sydney

Trip Moments in Stanwell Tops

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Customized travel planner Xiao Guo planned the itinerary very well, allowing us to visit and experience many unique Australian attractions: the Great Ocean Road in Melbourne, skydiving at Goddess Beach in Cairns, and Sydney...

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What are the must-do things in Stanwell Tops?

Don't miss these attractions in Stanwell Tops: Symbio Wildlife Park, Sea Cliff Bridge, and Bald Hill lookout. If you like Culture & history, try From Sydney: Kiama blowhole and Kangaroo Valley 1-day tour. If you enjoy Food & drink, try Sydney: Wildlife, Waterfalls and Wine Small Group Tour.

You can give Sydney: Wildlife, Waterfalls and Wine Small Group Tour and Sydney Tower Revolving Restaurant Seafood Buffet [Window Seat Optional & Lunch/ Dinner & 360-degree Panoramic View of Sydney Sydney Tower Eye] a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include [Transfer 498] 1-day tour to Wollongong, Kiama Blowhole, and Gerringong from Sydney, From Sydney: Kiama and Symbio Wildlife Park or Kangaroo Valley tour by Mercedes, and Australia | Sydney Symbio Wildlife Park & Wollongong 1-day tour ※ join-in tour. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

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