A foodie and adventure lovers’ paradise just two hours south of Sydney, the Shoalhaven region stretches across more than 170km of coastline, encompassing 100 beaches, dozens of quaint country towns, cellar doors, wineries and more.
EVENTS
Whether it’s an exciting annual festival, a fantastic feast, live music or quaint local markets there will be an event that takes your fancy in the Shoalhaven. From the South Coast Food and Wine Festival in September to the action-packed, family friendly Shoalhaven River Festival each October, there’s always something to see, taste, experience and enjoy.
EXPLORE
A favourite activity of first-time visitors and experienced adventurers alike is to take on Shoalhaven’s famous 100 Beach Challenge to find your perfect blend of sand and saltwater. With 100 beaches, there’s something for everyone, whether you love a costal walk, a quiet inlet for families, a shady beach for picnics or great surf. Many already know about Hyams, but there are 16 white sand beaches of Jervis Bay, all equally as beautiful. Visit 100beachchallenge.com and start ticking off your favourites.
With 10 cellar doors to choose from, Shoalhaven is a wine region that punches well above its weight. Try tours to Coolangatta Estate, Two Figs, Silos Estate, Mountain Ridge and Cupitt’s Estate just for starters. And the great thing is, you’re never more than five minutes away from a beach, so you can wine and swim to your heart’s content.
The South Coast foodie trail is an amazing way to explore the fresh produce of the region, with countless growers and producers expertly honing their craft in the lush Shoalhaven soils. Top Farmers Market experiences include Berry Produce Market, Cupitt’s Growers Market, and the village market in Kangaroo Valley. And speaking of seafood, local farmers provide top-quality oysters from the leases in Greenwell Point, while eateries such as the iconic Rick Stein at Bannisters in Mollymook deliver a dining experience you won’t soon forget.
Cute country towns such like Kangaroo Valley, Milton, Huskisson, Ulladulla and Nowra offer so much for visitors winding their way through Shoalhaven. You’ll find challenging golf courses, scenic drives, antique shopping, relaxing day spas and accommodation options to suit all tastes and budgets.
ARTS & CULTURE
Surrounded by such natural beauty, you’ll find galleries and museums in Shoalhaven filled with works inspired by the wonders of nature. Then there’s the captivating street art murals of Nowra; the fascinating mosaics of Milton’s main street; the beautiful Aboriginal Carved Poles at Callala Bay and Culburra Beach; the Sculpture Garden at Willinga Park in Bawley Point; and of course the major displays at the Jervis Bay Maritime Museum, Ulladulla’s Fossil House, and the Fleet Air Arm Museum at HMAS Albatross Nowra.
EAT & DRINK
From high-end dining experiences to local cheeseries, wineries, breweries, cafés, bars and fresh produce outlets, the culinary delights of the Shoalhaven are yours to explore. Here’s a small sample.
Cafés
Bars & Restaurants
Markets & Shopping
141
Hyper Hyper Coffee
Ritual Habitual
Native café
Treehouse café
Bettys café
Rick Stein at Bannisters Mollymook
Cupitt’s Restaurant
Zac’s Place
South on Albany
Bottlerocket Bar & Café
Milton Hotel
Tara Distillery
Treat Factory
Kangaroo Valley Olives
Berry Tea Shop
Milton Village Markets
Famous Berry Donut Van
