Best Beaches near Austinmer
About the Suburb
Explore 3 beaches near Austinmer, an Illawarra village with a heritage ocean pool set beneath the dramatic Illawarra Escarpment. The patrolled beach is one of the cleanest in the region, and the rock pool is a local institution.
What Makes It Special
- •Heritage ocean pool beneath the escarpment - one of the most scenic rock pools in NSW
- •Sea Cliff Bridge is a 10-minute drive north - an iconic Illawarra landmark
- •The village retains a 1950s character with a few cafés and not much else
Getting There
Train to Austinmer station (South Coast line) - 90 minutes from Sydney Central. The station is a 5-minute walk from the beach. Free street parking. 15 minutes north of Wollongong by car.
Best Time to Visit
Year-round for the ocean pool. Autumn and spring for the cleanest beach conditions and the best escarpment views - the cliff face glows golden in afternoon light.
Along the Coast
What's On
Bulli Village Market
Every second Sunday of the month · Next: Sunday 31 May 2026
Monthly artisan and produce market held at Bulli Showground featuring 90+ stalls, live music, food vendors, and family activities.
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