Sydney South Coast Drive
Day Trip of the Month
Less than 2 hours from Sydney • stunning coastal stops.
Why this trip
A wonderful coastal drive just south of Sydney. Wind through the Royal National Park, explore the charming villages of Bundeena, Austinmer and Thirroul, and enjoy spectacular ocean views along the way.
Great coffee, beaches and relaxed coastal stops make this an easy and memorable day trip.
Highlights
Bundeena – Gunyah Beach, Horderns Beach, Walking Trails
Stanwell Park – Watch the Skydivers
Sea Cliff Bridge – Stop. Take a walk. One of the most famous bridges in the world.
Austinmer Beach
Anitas Theatre Thirroul – book ahead for great shows
Colins Bookshop Thirroul
Few and Far Thirroul – Modern Home Ware
Clothing Stores – Thirroul Main Street
Food
Earth Thingz (Bundeena)
Salty Dog Crepes (Coledale) – best outside France?
South Sailor Seafood (Thirroul)
Black Market Coffee and Cafe (Thirroul)
Possible Itinerary
Stop 1 – Bundeena
Coffee or breakfast at Earth Thinz
Swim at the beach opposite
Stop 2 – Royal National Park drive
Spectacular forest and coastal views. Stop to watch the sky divers.
Stop 3 – Austinmer / Thirroul
Walk the beach or explore the villages, great shops, great food.
Details
Driving time: about 2 hours each way
Best for: a relaxed day out
Difficulty: Easy
How to get there
