Shoalhaven

Travel Guide

Shoalhaven
Jervis Bay showing general coastal views and a beach
Booderee National Park showing rocky coastline and a beach
Booderee National Park featuring rugged coastline
Shoalhaven

Where to stay in Shoalhaven

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Mollymook

Travellers come to Mollymook for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Mollymook Golf Club and Mollymook Beach while you're in town.

Mollymook
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Mollymook Beach

Mollymook Beach is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Hilltop Golf Course and Mollymook Beach.

Mollymook Beach
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Narrawallee

If you're spending some time in Narrawallee, Narrawallee Beach and Buckley's Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Narrawallee
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Burrill Lake

You'll enjoy the beaches and lake views in Burrill Lake. You might want to make time for a stop at Wairo Beach or Racecourse Beach.

Burrill Lake
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Milton

Cafes and gardens are just a few things travellers like about Milton. A stop by Milton Theatre is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Milton
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Terara

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Terara and surrounding area, you can visit Stockland Nowra and Nowra Golf Course.

Terara
Nightcap at Archer Hotel

Nightcap at Archer Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Cnr Princess Highway and Kalander St, Nowra, NSW
The price is €66 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
€66
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Nowra. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (501 reviews)
Great value for money
"Great value for money - rooms are big, and beds are comfy. They also include breaky which is nice (although I didn’t try it). Polite service - would definitely stay again on my return!"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Nightcap at Archer Hotel
Jervis Bay Motel

Jervis Bay Motel

3 out of 5
41 Owen Street, Huskisson, NSW
The price is €81 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
€81
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Huskisson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (590 reviews)
"A convenient clean motel with easy access to dining options nearby."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Jervis Bay Motel
Pleasant Way River Lodge

Pleasant Way River Lodge

4 out of 5
9 Pleasant Way, Nowra, NSW
The price is €82 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
€82
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Nowra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (623 reviews)
"Lovely surroundings and quiet clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Pleasant Way River Lodge
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Quest Nowra

Quest Nowra

4.5 out of 5
130 Kinghorne Street, Nowra, NSW
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Nowra. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Nowra Museum and Stockland ...
9/10 Wonderful! (440 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Will come back."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Quest Nowra
'Aminya' - Kangaroo Valley Homestead

'Aminya' - Kangaroo Valley Homestead

Kangaroo Valley
Stay at this vacation home in Kangaroo Valley. Enjoy private pools, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cambewarra Range Nature Reserve and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Simply wonderful
"From the moment we entered the gates of Aminya, we felt like we were coming home. The house itself is so welcoming & comfortable with all modern appliances & beautifully decorated. Our family of 8, including 2 years old twins loved the house & beautiful rolling hills around where we could watch wallabies, ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

'Aminya' - Kangaroo Valley Homestead
Harbourview Serviced Apartments

Harbourview Serviced Apartments

4.5 out of 5
72 South Street, Ulladulla, NSW
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury apartment in Ulladulla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (818 reviews)
"Clean, spacious and well appointed. Bed was super comfortable. Everything so well provided. No issues at all. Best place I have stayed in years."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Harbourview Serviced Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Collingwood Beach which includes a sandy beach and coral

Collingwood Beach

Stroll on white sands and play in the gentle waves of this wide beach or explore intertidal rock flats that are sheltered by Vincentia’s tree-lined bluffs.

Collingwood Beach
Paradise Beach Reserve

Paradise Beach Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Paradise Beach Reserve, a lovely green space in Sanctuary Point. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Paradise Beach Reserve

Jervis Bay Marine Park

Explore the great outdoors at Jervis Bay Marine Park, a lovely green space in Huskisson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Jervis Bay Marine Park

Ulladulla Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Ulladulla with a trip to Ulladulla Harbour. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Ulladulla Harbour

Mollymook Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Ulladulla at Mollymook Golf Club. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Mollymook Golf Club

Kangaroo Valley Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Kangaroo Valley at Kangaroo Valley Golf Club. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.

Kangaroo Valley Golf Club

Things to do

Our Culburra Beach bike tour includes fat-tyre bike hire, helmets, safety gear, and maps of Culburra Beach, Callala, and Currarong. Self-guided tour on bikes designed for soft sand riding.

Culburra Beach FAT bike tour

€42
per adult
Culburra Beach FAT bike tour
Crookhaven River in the golden hour. Highly recommended!

Private Stand Up Paddleboard Group Hire

€44
per adult
Private Stand Up Paddleboard Group Hire
Symbio wildlife park

Wildlife, Wine & Waves – Epic South Coast Adventure from Sydney

€436
per adult
Wildlife, Wine & Waves – Epic South Coast Adventure from Sydney
Discover the amazing South Coast on this achievable adventure!

Half Day Sea Kayak Tour from Batemans Bay with Morning Tea and Snorkeling

€100
per adult
Half Day Sea Kayak Tour from Batemans Bay with Morning Tea and Snorkeling
Family friendly Glass Bottom Kayak Tour

Batemans Bay Glass-Bottom Kayak Tour Over 2 Relaxing Hours

€78
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Batemans Bay Glass-Bottom Kayak Tour Over 2 Relaxing Hours
Whale Watching by Sea Kayak in Batemans Bay

Whale Watching by Sea Kayak in Batemans Bay

€100
per adult
Whale Watching by Sea Kayak in Batemans Bay
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Booderee National Park showing a sandy beach

Jervis Bay

Photo by Tara @ travelfarenough.com

South Durras

Collingwood Beach showing a beach and general coastal views as well as a large group of people

Vincentia

Pebbly Beach featuring a sandy beach, general coastal views and a sunset

Durras North