{"id":73,"date":"2025-06-14T07:50:16","date_gmt":"2025-06-14T07:50:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nswscalemodelshow.com\/?page_id=73"},"modified":"2025-06-14T07:50:17","modified_gmt":"2025-06-14T07:50:17","slug":"visiting-wollongong","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.nswscalemodelshow.com\/index.php\/visiting-wollongong\/","title":{"rendered":"Visiting Wollongong"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Attractions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wollongong and its surrounding areas boast a variety of attractions that cater to both adults and children, especially those with an interest in aviation and automotive history. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Please confirm the costs, location and opening times directly with the venue as they may have changed<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s a categorized list to help you plan your visit:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Attractions for Adults:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>HARS Aviation Museum<\/strong><br><em>Description:<\/em> The Historical Aircraft Restoration Society (HARS) Aviation Museum showcases an extensive collection of restored aircraft significant to Australia&#8217;s aviation heritage. Visitors can explore aircraft like the Boeing 747-400 and the Lockheed Super Constellation. Guided tours offer in-depth insights into aviation history.<br><em>Address:<\/em> 54 Airport Road, Albion Park Rail, NSW 2527<br><em>Opening Hours:<\/em> Daily, 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM (last tour starts at 2 PM)<br><em>Entry Fee:<\/em> Adults $30, Concession $25<br><em>More Info:<\/em> <a href=\"https:\/\/hars.org.au\/\">HARS Aviation Museum<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Australian Motorlife Museum<\/strong><br><em>Description:<\/em> Dedicated to the preservation of motoring history, this museum features a vast collection of vintage vehicles, motorcycles, and automotive memorabilia, highlighting the evolution of transportation in Australia.<br><em>Address:<\/em> 94 Darkes Road, Kembla Grange, NSW 2526<br><em>Opening Hours:<\/em> Wednesday to Sunday, 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM<br><em>Entry Fee:<\/em> Adults $20, Concession $15<br><em>More Info:<\/em> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.co.nz\/Attraction_Review-g21508490-d7165890-Reviews-The_Australian_Motorlife_Museum-Kembla_Grange_Wollongong_New_South_Wales.html\">Australian Motorlife Museum<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Attractions for Children:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Science Space<\/strong><br><em>Description:<\/em> An interactive science museum offering hands-on exhibits and a planetarium, designed to inspire curiosity and a love for science among children.<br><em>Address:<\/em> Innovation Campus, 60 Squires Way, North Wollongong, NSW 2500<br><em>Opening Hours:<\/em> Tuesday to Sunday, 10 AM to 4 PM<br><em>Entry Fee:<\/em> Adults $16, Children $12<br><em>More Info:<\/em> <a href=\"https:\/\/sciencespace.com.au\/\">Science Space<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Early Start Discovery Space<\/strong><br><em>Description:<\/em> Australia&#8217;s only dedicated children&#8217;s museum, providing interactive learning experiences aimed at early childhood development.<br><em>Address:<\/em> Building 21, University of Wollongong, Northfields Ave, Wollongong, NSW 2522<br><em>Opening Hours:<\/em> Monday to Sunday, 9 AM to 4 PM<br><em>Entry Fee:<\/em> General $15, Concession $7.50<br><em>More Info:<\/em> <a href=\"https:\/\/earlystartdiscoveryspace.edu.au\/\">Early Start Discovery Space<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Attractions Suitable for Both Adults and Children:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Illawarra Light Railway Museum<\/strong><br><em>Description:<\/em> Offers rides on restored light rail vehicles and showcases a collection of trams, locomotives, and carriages, providing a glimpse into the history of rail transport in the region.<br><em>Address:<\/em> 48A Tongarra Road, Albion Park, NSW 2527<br><em>Opening Hours:<\/em> Second Sunday and fourth Saturday of each month, 10 AM to 2 PM<br><em>Entry Fee:<\/em> Adults $16.50, Children $11<br><em>More Info:<\/em> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.illawarralightrailwaymuseum.com.au\/\">Illawarra Light Railway Museum<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wollongong Art Gallery<\/strong><br><em>Description:<\/em> One of Australia&#8217;s largest regional art museums, featuring a diverse collection of contemporary and traditional artworks, with programs suitable for all ages.<br><em>Address:<\/em> Corner of Kembla and Burelli Streets, Wollongong, NSW 2500<br><em>Opening Hours:<\/em> Tuesday to Friday, 10 AM to 5 PM; Saturday to Sunday, 12 PM to 4 PM<br><em>Entry Fee:<\/em> Free<br><em>More Info:<\/em> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wollongongartgallery.com\/\">Wollongong Art Gallery<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These attractions provide engaging and educational experiences for both adults and children, particularly those interested in aviation, automotive history, and interactive learning.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Attractions Wollongong and its surrounding areas boast a variety of attractions that cater to both adults and children, especially those with an interest in aviation and automotive history. 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