Top Things to do in Shoalhaven
What to do and see in Shoalhaven, New South Wales: The Best Free Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Shoalhaven, Australia including Bendalong Beach, Gondwana Coast Fossil Walk, Greenfield Beach, Blenheim Beach, Drawing Room Rocks, Seven Mile Beach National Park, Nowra Farmers Market, White Sands Park, Hyams Beach, White Sands Walk.
Restaurants in Shoalhaven
1. Bendalong Beach
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 30 reviews
Bendalong Beach stretches between the villages of Bendalong and Manyana. The beach faces south-east and is a great place for taking the family and enjoying some bigger waves to go body boarding or play games on the sand. There are occasionally good waves for learning how to surf. You can stay in a holiday house or at the nearby holiday park.
Reviewed By Debz9999
So happy to stumble across Bendalong, beautiful beaches for surfing, swimming, boating and dogs. Traveling with our dog we often find many areas are not dog friendly at all but definitely not the case here, 24/7 dog beach at Washerwoman. The bull rays swim up and rub against you at boat ramp beach, they're such graceful creatures - AMAZING! Had some pretty epic sunsets here too!
2. Gondwana Coast Fossil Walk
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By 993anitat - Forster, Australia
We were visiting the wonderful little Fossil House when the friendly staff member told us about the geological time walk on the north side of Ulladulla Harbour. For every metre you walk you journey through 2 million years of geology of the area. Not too much information to read and the displays of rocks really help to tell the story.
3. Greenfield Beach
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 44 reviews
Greenfield Beach is a short beach inside famous Jervis Bay that is known by locals as having some of the whitest sand in the bay. Go for the day and enjoy the bbq area, or spend time birdwatching in the bushland behind the beach.
Reviewed By Emanpee - Sydney, Australia
We walked to Greenfield Beach from Chinamens Beach, a wonderful well defined path through bushland with great coastal and water views. Facilities at Greenfield are well maintained, toilets and picnic area. The beach, mid week in November, is uncrowded, water is clear, sand is clean and plentiful, as was available parking. A beautiful part of NSW south coast.
4. Blenheim Beach
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 50 reviews
Blenheim Beach is a short beach that forms part of the famous White Sands Walk in Jervis Bay National Park. It is surrounded by dense sloping bushland giving the true bush-to-beach experience. It is known as having some of the best snorkelling in the bay with an abundance of marine life.
Reviewed By karenm642 - Sydney, Australia
This is a glorious part of the world.. with a council that provides well maintained bushwalking paths, toilet facilities, picnic facilities and parking. Beautiful beaches too
5. Drawing Room Rocks
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By TMacintyre - Wanniassa, Australia
Great short walk near Berry & Kangaroo Valley, 3km's return, depending on fitness level about 1hr return. There are some moderate uphill sections but the walk is generally easy. The track is clearly defined and fun walking underneath the sub-tropical canopy. The views over the Illawarra are spectacular, along with the unique rock formations. Keep kids and dogs on leash there are severe drop-offs at the top.
6. Seven Mile Beach National Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By anythingbutzen - Canberra, Australia
Almost no one in the beach. It was wonderful. Miles and miles of clean sand, and just a fabulous walk. The reflections in the water as the waves receded was delightful. Lots of shells but sadly ‘pippies’ are now poisonous. What are we doing to our world. I used to eat these when I was a kid!
7. Nowra Farmers Market
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
Welcome to Nowra Farmers Market, the South Coast’s premier fresh food destination! We’re passionate about supporting local growers and delivering only the finest quality fresh produce, deli and grocery lines. Our fruit and veg is sourced from nearby farms and markets and our deli stocks world-class products from Australia and Europe. Our relationship with nearby growers means we’re able to get produce from farms to our shelves within 24 hours of harvesting. Our ever-growing network of local suppliers includes a variety of seasonal fruit and vegetables, bread, milk, yoghurt, cheeses, eggs, honey, olive oil and more. Conveniently located just off the Princes Highway, we’re in the same complex as Nowra Fresh Fish & Meat Market and a selection of restaurants to complete your gourmet experience. Food-lovers, make this the #1 destination on your itinerary!
Reviewed By E6119XOnoelr - Newcastle, Australia
incredible quality and range, very friendly service, best fruit & veg place i have ever come across, shame i don’t live in Nowra
8. White Sands Park
9. Hyams Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 621 reviews
Hyams beach is a long beach with spectacular white sand located in Jervis Bay. The best way to get there is to take the White Sands Walk from Greenfield Beach or Vincentia, that way you get to enjoy more than one of Jervis Bay’s spectacular white sand beaches.
Reviewed By Ling2travel - London, United Kingdom
The beach is beautiful. I can't get enough of it! There are public toilets at the car park. Car park spaces are very limited, so best to get there early.
10. White Sands Walk
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By AusFamily123 - Sydney, Australia
This is a beautiful walk that gives you a taste of the magic of Jervis Bay. You pass through bush land, around coastal headland, and along white sandy beaches. Takes about an hour ambling slowly with children. Plenty of places to stop and rest for toddlers. You finish up at the Hyams Beach Cafe which is a great pit stop for a cool drink or yummy lunch before you head back. Walk can be extended at either end to make it longer by adding Plantation Point at Vincentia end or Hyams Beach walk at other end. A fab idea for a windy or cold day if you’re in Jervis Bay with kids
