Discover Wollongong in your rental car
Founded as a village in 1816, Wollongong is an aboriginal word that means “the sound of the sea”. Otherwise known as “The Gong”, this stunning city is a popular destination for those looking for a quieter alternative to bustling Sydney. Make a reservation with Hertz in advance and upon landing at the airport, Hertz Australia will have your rental car ready for your Wollongong holiday.
The Sea Cliff Bridge, located along the Grand Pacific Drive and approximately 140 kilometres in length, takes you on a sightseeing trip with picturesque coastal scenery. Running through interesting coastal cities such as Woll, Shellharbour and Kioma, this scenic route is also a great spot to view migrating whales. Be sure to stop your Wollongong hire car along the way and admire the view.
Head to Wattamolla Beach, a park and a sunny shore, for a stroll on the beach. Apart from that, prepare for a peaceful picnic under the cabbage tree palms of Royal National Park. The azure blue waters in this spot makes it the perfect lagoon for snorkelling, swimming and hiking. If you’re a fishing enthusiast, head down to the beach early to secure a spot for your catch of the day. This attraction is unique and not to mention family-friendly so take your rental car down to Wollongong’s Wattamolla Beach.
Drive your rental car to the University of Wollongong. Housing interesting exhibitions and equipped with the largest planetarium and dinosaur bones in New South Wales, it is definitely a crowd-pleaser, especially if you have kids on the trip. Their interactive exhibitions are perfect for an educational experience, suitable for all ages.
To get a view of the stunning cityscape, Mount Keira Summit Park located at the top of the Illawarra escarpment gives visitors an opportunity to admire the world class view of the coastline and cityscape. Pop by the park’s kiosk to enjoy a cup of coffee and light scrumptious meals. With free picnic and BBQ facilities available there, Mount Kiera Summit Park is open to public all week and can be accessed via the Clive Bissel Drive in your Wollongong hire car.
If you haven’t gotten enough of beautiful gardens, make a trip by rental car down to Wollongong’s Botanic Gardens. Boasting a gorgeous rose garden and an azalea bank, this tourist hotspot occupies an impressive 22 hectares and exhibits a wide variety of plants from both temperate and tropical regions. It’s a horticulture haven waiting to be uncovered by nature enthusiasts.
At the end of your trip, return your rental car to Hertz Australia before departing from Wollongong Airport. If you’re on a longer holiday, consider driving down to Sydney in your rental car from Wollongong and return your vehicle at your preferred location in Sydney. There’s so much to discover and experience in Wollongong so don’t miss out on the opportunity to explore this quaint and beautiful city.
