Name: Shellharbour Visitor Information Centre
Location: Shellharbour Civic Centre, 76 Cygnet Avenue, Shellharbour City Centre NSW 2529
Phone: (02) 4221 6169
Hours:
- Mon–Fri: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
- Sat–Sun: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
- Closed public holidays (varies seasonally)
Type: Accredited Visitor Information Centre
Operator: Shellharbour City Council
Google Rating: ~4.6★
Key Feature:
Located inside the modern Shellharbour Civic Centre, adjacent to the library, council chambers, and town square.
What Areas It Caters For
The Shellharbour VIC services the entire Shellharbour Local Government Area, including coastal, lakeside, and hinterland communities.
1. Shellharbour City & Shellharbour Village (Primary Service Area)
- Shellharbour Village (beachfront dining & boutique precinct)
- Shellharbour South Beach
- Shellharbour City Centre (retail & civic hub)
- Shellharbour Marina (Shell Cove)
- Waterfront dining, boating, and coastal walks
2. Albion Park & Albion Park Rail
The VIC provides maps, guides, and local tourism information for:
- Albion Park town centre
- Albion Park Rail
- HARS Aviation Museum
- Illawarra Regional Airport
- Croom Sporting Complex
This is the primary VIC for all Albion Park enquiries.
3. Shell Cove & The Waterfront Marina
- Shellharbour Marina precinct
- Coastal boardwalks
- Boating, kayaking & harbour activities
- Dining, retail & accommodation options
4. Lake Illawarra (Southern Foreshore)
Including:
- Warilla
- Barrack Point
- Lake Illawarra South
- Reddall Reserve
- Fishing, boating, cycleways & family recreation areas
5. Blackbutt, Oak Flats & Surrounding Suburbs
- Oak Flats town centre
- Blackbutt Forest Reserve
- Local parks, trails & community attractions
6. Macquarie Pass & Hinterland Access
The VIC supports visitors exploring:
- Macquarie Pass National Park
- Minnamurra Rainforest (via Kiama LGA)
- Waterfalls, lookouts & walking tracks
- Scenic drives toward the Southern Highlands
7. Regional Connections
The VIC also provides information for nearby destinations:
- Wollongong (north)
- Kiama (south)
- Jamberoo (including Jamberoo Action Park)
- Grand Pacific Drive touring route
- South Coast touring itineraries
Services Provided
- Local & regional maps
- Accommodation & dining recommendations
- Event & festival information
- Beach, surf & safety advice
- Walking & cycling trail guides
- Boating & marina information
- Souvenirs & local products
- Staff assistance with itinerary planning
Summary
The Shellharbour Visitor Information Centre is the official tourism hub for:
- Shellharbour City & Village
- Albion Park & Albion Park Rail
- Shell Cove Marina
- Lake Illawarra (southern foreshore)
- Warilla, Oak Flats, Blackbutt
- Macquarie Pass & hinterland access
It is the primary VIC for all enquiries relating to Albion Park, Shell Cove, Shellharbour Village, and the southern Illawarra coastal region.