'''Kiama''' is a town in the southern Illawarra, south of Wollongong, Australia.

Located 90 minutes south of Sydney, it's famous for its spectacular coastline and rural scenery. With a population of over 20,000, the local government area covers 256sq km with the main urban centers being Kiama, Gerringong, Jamberoo, Gerroa and Kiama Downs.

Kiama has a rich heritage based on dairy farming and quarrying. Today's economy remains strongly supported by rural activities as well as a burgeoning tourism industry. The area has a vibrant arts sector and a strong sense of community.

Get in

By car

Kiama is around 30 minutes past Wollongong, around 90 minutes from Sydney. Metroad 1 to the edge of the Sydney Metro, and National Route 1 south to Kiama.

By train

To get to downtown Kiama, catch a Cityrail [http://www.cotyrail.info] train from Sydney or Wollongong. Trains run every hour or so, but it is worth checking the timetable before your trip. Kiama is part of the suburban network, and no reservations are possible. It is an easy walk from the train station to the beach, the blowhole, and the shopping centre.

Off peak (weekends, and after 9am) return tickets are $19.00 for adults, and $4.00 for children. It is worth considering as a Sunday Funday destination, when a family can travel for $2.50 per person.

Get off at the stop before Kiama right on Bombo Beach.

By bicycle

A bicycle route stretches from Bulli in all the way down the coast to Kiama, with only a short stretch on the main road. The route from Dunmore station down to Kiama is all off-road or quiet road. There are a few steep hills going over the headlands as you come into Kiama, with the final one probably being the steepest. The cycleway follows the rail line for large parts of the final section. The railway tunnels through the headland, leaving the cyclist to ride over it.

Get around

See

  • The Blowhole. ree. In the right tide and surf conditions, the blowhole sprays water high into the air. Probably the most visited attraction in Kiama.

  • The Lighthouse. n lighthouse road, on the peninsula, next to the Blowhole. ree. I

  • Lookout at the view. Kiama is located on some of the most picturesque and beautiful coastline on the South Coast of New South Wales.

  • Little Blowhole. little further south of the main blowhole.

    Do

  • '''Fishing'''. People fish from the wharfs, from the rocks, and there are many fishing charters available
  • '''swimming'''. Patrolled beaches are just to the north and south of Kiama town. Central Kiama doesn't really have a beach, more a harbour. There are tidal rockpool next to the blowhole and harbour for swimming.
  • '''hiking'''.
  • '''Camping'''.
  • '''Kiama Leisure Centre'''. Swimming pool and fitness centre.
  • '''Boating'''. Public access boat ramps.
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  • Jamberoo Recreation Park. short drive from Kiama town. No public transport access.. Chute toboggan rides, water slides, including the the tianpan, a 5 person tube in darkness. Must of the water isn't heated, so best on a hot day. Extensive picnic facilities, as well as food vendors.

    Buy

    Eat

    Drink

    Sleep

    Contact

    Kiama Municipal Library has Internet access for free.

    Get out

    Wollongong and Sydney are both a day trip from Kiama. Further south towards Nowra, Jervis Bay and the South Coast.