New South Wales

South Coast

Brilliant beaches & pretty coastal towns

About this place

From the white sands of Hyams Beach (Guinness World Record for the whitest sand on Earth) to the dramatic cliffs of Kiama, the South Coast is one of Australia's most beautiful coastal drives. Stop at charming towns like Berry, Gerroa, and Ulladulla. Dolphins are commonly spotted from shore, and whales migrate past from May to November.

Highlights

Hyams Beach (whitest sand on Earth)

Kiama Blowhole

Dolphin & whale watching

Coastal villages & seafood

Attractions

What to see, how long to spend, and roughly what it costs.

Hyams Beach

Half dayFree

Recorded by Guinness World Records as having the whitest sand in the world — calm bay water, gentle entry, best for swimming. 2hr drive from Sydney.

Kiama Blowhole

1 hrFree

A sea cave that fires spray up to 30m on big swells — best after a southerly. Free viewing platforms 5 minutes from Kiama town centre and the train station.

Berry village & dairy stops

2–3 hrsFree to walk; tastings $5–$10 AUD

Pretty inland village south of Kiama with a bakery main street and the South Coast dairy-farm cluster — try the local cheese and the fig-and-vinegar people pick up every trip.

Plan your trip

How many days do I need in South Coast?

3–5 days for the full coastal drive

When is the best time to visit South Coast?

Oct–Apr for swimming; May–Nov for whales

How do I get to South Coast from Sydney?

Drive south from Sydney on the Princes Highway (2–3hrs). Train to Kiama available.

Getting there

Drive south from Sydney on the Princes Highway (2–3hrs). Train to Kiama available.

Best time to visit

Oct–Apr for swimming; May–Nov for whales

Suggested stay

3–5 days for the full coastal drive

More places to explore

Blue Mountains

Hunter Valley

Snowy Mountains

Sydney Harbour

Central Coast

Byron Bay

Jervis Bay

Wollongong & Grand Pacific Drive

Port Stephens

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