Little Blowhole Art Bar, the creation of Kiama locals Jamie and Bruce, plays host to all things edible, drinkable, danceable and collectable in Kiama. The intimate venue features monthly art exhibitions, delicious tapas and Sunday sessions showcasing local musicians in a convivial space.

Use its handy self-guided map for the ultimate retail therapy by the sea. Local favourites include Deer Willow and Beachside Emporium for homewares with a relaxed beachy aesthetic, as well as unique art and designer threads.

Promising a friendly and relaxed dining experience, their menu will take you from Baghdad eggs for breakfast through to freshly shucked oysters for dinner.

You’ll be glutted by the selection of pastries, cakes and other inventive creations, all made fresh daily – we recommend the matcha nutella praline crunch.

Showcasing locally sourced and home-grown produce – some of which is from the community’s local farm – its dining options include an a la carte menu, casual bar menu and even a ‘Silica to go’ menu if you want to take your fresh fish and chips to the beach.

Unsurprisingly, learning to surf is a must-try in Kiama. Whether you’re an absolute beginner or you’ve ridden a wave or two before, there’s a surf school to suit any skill level. Check out Gerringong Surf School, Lands Edge Surf School, and Surf Camp Australia – an overnight school camp – to find the right fit for you.

Unsurprisingly, learning to surf is a must-try in Kiama. Whether you’re an absolute beginner or you’ve ridden a wave or two before, there’s a surf school to suit any skill level. Check out Gerringong Surf School, Lands Edge Surf School, and Surf Camp Australia – an overnight school camp – to find the right fit for you.

Unsurprisingly, learning to surf is a must-try in Kiama. Whether you’re an absolute beginner or you’ve ridden a wave or two before, there’s a surf school to suit any skill level. Check out Gerringong Surf School, Lands Edge Surf School, and Surf Camp Australia – an overnight school camp – to find the right fit for you.

Home to some of the South Coast’s best beach breaks including Surf Beach, Boneyards and Seven Mile Beach, and some of the region’s greatest talent, like professional surfer Sally Fitzgibbons, Kiama’s culture is in the water.

Home to some of the South Coast’s best beach breaks including Surf Beach, Boneyards and Seven Mile Beach, and some of the region’s greatest talent, like professional surfer Sally Fitzgibbons, Kiama’s culture is in the water.

The Kiama region plays host to a packed calendar of events featuring fabulous and family-friendly arts, entertainment and sporting events. More than 100 artists descend on the picturesque village of nearby Jamberoo for the Jamberoo Music Festival – a blues, roots, rock and indie extravaganza held annually each July.For something quirkier, the KISS Arts Fest is a seaside celebration of the arts: think circus troupes, music, mischief and mayhem.

If wine is more your style, Crooked River Wines occupies a picturesque spot overlooking the vineyard and rolling hills of Gerringong. Indulge in lunch with paired wines, or make a beeline in June during the Winter Wine Festival for a family-friendly weekend of wine tasting, live music, kids’ face painting and more.

You’ll also find Stoic Brewing – a family-owned brewery serving beer and cider on tap alongside tasting paddles, tours and, on Sundays, food trucks and live music.

Feeling even more adventurous? Head to Illawarra Fly Tree Top Adventures and take the Treetop Walk – a 1.5-kilometre walkway nestled in the treetop canopy – or soar through the trees on the highest zipline tour in Australia.