David & Susan’s guidebook
City/town information
Kiama Downs is a suburb of Kiama, south of Sydney. It is a scenic and peaceful local township, linked by cycleways and footpaths to Bombo Beach in the south and Minnamurra River in the north and Jamberoo in the west. Renowned for it's picturesque beaches and seaside views, it is about 3 kms north of Kiama and is bordered by the Minnamurra River to the north west and Jones Beach to the east.
Jones Beach is a popular surfing beach with a north easterly aspect. It is home to the local boardriders' club and patrolled Surf Lifesaving Club volunteers. You can hop across the road to find cafes, a supermarket, liquor store, pharmacy, medical practice, gym, and of course the iconic hamburger joint.
Take a walk to the southern end of Jones Beach to the stunning Cathedral Rocks, a distinctive rock formation that has been shaped by years of weathering and erosion. Enjoy the stunning views that this rocky outcrop provides and don't forget your camera - this is a great spot for a picture, especially at sunrise.
Heading north you will find the Minnamurra Whale Watching Platform, and a path that rounds the headland to Minnamurra River. This is part of the Minnamurra to Gerringong Coastal Walk - a popular walking track with both visitors and locals alike.
Getting around
It is easy to walk either along Jones Beach itself, the Coastal Walking Track or the surrounding streets. A short drive into Kiama Town or Shell Harbour or Shell Cove for top quality restaurants, large shopping needs or site-seeing. No more than 20 minutes easy drive to get into Gerringong, Berry and Jamberoo.
Kiama Downs
Kiama Downs is a suburb of Kiama, south of Sydney. It is a scenic and peaceful local township, linked by cycleways and footpaths to Bombo Beach in the south and Minnamurra River in the north and Jamberoo in the west. Renowned for it's picturesque beaches and seaside views, it is about 3 kms north of Kiama and is bordered by the Minnamurra River to the north west and Jones Beach to the east.
Jones Beach is a popular surfing beach with a north easterly aspect. It is home to the local boardriders' club and patrolled Surf Lifesaving Club volunteers. You can hop across the road to find cafes, a supermarket, liquor store, pharmacy, medical practice, gym, and of course the iconic hamburger joint.
Take a walk to the southern end of Jones Beach to the stunning Cathedral Rocks, a distinctive rock formation that has been shaped by years of weathering and erosion. Enjoy the stunning views that this rocky outcrop provides and don't forget your camera - this is a great spot for a picture, especially at sunrise.
Heading north you will find the Minnamurra Whale Watching Platform, and a path that rounds the headland to Minnamurra River. This is part of the Minnamurra to Gerringong Coastal Walk - a popular walking track with both visitors and locals alike.
Getting around
It is easy to walk either along Jones Beach itself, the Coastal Walking Track or the surrounding streets. A short drive into Kiama Town or Shell Harbour or Shell Cove for top quality restaurants, large shopping needs or site-seeing. No more than 20 minutes easy drive to get into Gerringong, Berry and Jamberoo.
Sightseeing
Beautiful Minnamurra River is 1.6km away (3 min drive or 20 min walk). Kayak, canoe, Stand Up Paddle Board, Fish or just relax & enjoy the calm & views. Look out to Mystics Beach - amazing beauty.
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Minnamurra River
Beautiful Minnamurra River is 1.6km away (3 min drive or 20 min walk). Kayak, canoe, Stand Up Paddle Board, Fish or just relax & enjoy the calm & views. Look out to Mystics Beach - amazing beauty.
Kiama Town is 3.8km away (5 min drive). It has Woolworths Supermarket, Liquor, Cafes, eateries, restaurants, wine bar, clubs, pubs, fashion shops, harbourside parks and walks, the famous Blow Hole, Light House & more.
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Kiama
Kiama Town is 3.8km away (5 min drive). It has Woolworths Supermarket, Liquor, Cafes, eateries, restaurants, wine bar, clubs, pubs, fashion shops, harbourside parks and walks, the famous Blow Hole, Light House & more.
11km away (14 min drive) is the world-class Shellharbour Marina, Waterfront Dining Precinct, Foreshore Promenade and boardwalks, public boat ramp and car park. These are now all complete and ready for the community to enjoy. The Waterfront Tavern is opening soon.
The Waterfront Dining Precinct is now open, offering 5 food and beverage retailers all positioned along the harbour's edge with alfresco dining and spectacular marina views. The Waterfront Dining Precinct features an outdoor seating area and foreshore promenade that connects the retail space to the harbour frontage. Georgia Rose, a family friendly restaurant and bar open for coffee to cocktail is now open, along with Salty Squid, a high end fish and chip store. 3 more retailers will be coming soon, stay tuned.
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Shell Cove Marina
13 Marina Drive11km away (14 min drive) is the world-class Shellharbour Marina, Waterfront Dining Precinct, Foreshore Promenade and boardwalks, public boat ramp and car park. These are now all complete and ready for the community to enjoy. The Waterfront Tavern is opening soon.
The Waterfront Dining Precinct is now open, offering 5 food and beverage retailers all positioned along the harbour's edge with alfresco dining and spectacular marina views. The Waterfront Dining Precinct features an outdoor seating area and foreshore promenade that connects the retail space to the harbour frontage. Georgia Rose, a family friendly restaurant and bar open for coffee to cocktail is now open, along with Salty Squid, a high end fish and chip store. 3 more retailers will be coming soon, stay tuned.
Jamberoo village is 11 km inland from Kiama & has popular holiday attractions such as :
1) Jamberoo Action Park - waterslides, mini golf & a chair lift.
2) Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk - treetop canopy walk & observation point.
3) Minnamurra Rainforest Centre - hikes in remnant rainforest.
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Jamberoo
Jamberoo village is 11 km inland from Kiama & has popular holiday attractions such as :
1) Jamberoo Action Park - waterslides, mini golf & a chair lift.
2) Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk - treetop canopy walk & observation point.
3) Minnamurra Rainforest Centre - hikes in remnant rainforest.
Visiting the local wineries is a must do, such as Crooker River, Two Figs and Coolangatta, giving you the opportunity to sample some top local wines and produce.
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Crooked River Wines - Winery - Cellar Door - Restaurant - Wedding Venue
11 Willowvale RdVisiting the local wineries is a must do, such as Crooker River, Two Figs and Coolangatta, giving you the opportunity to sample some top local wines and produce.
Berry is a historical, pretty town with interesting local shops, cafes, restaurants, famous donut van, gift stores and more. Plenty to see here.
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Berry
73 Queen StBerry is a historical, pretty town with interesting local shops, cafes, restaurants, famous donut van, gift stores and more. Plenty to see here.
600m away (9 min walk) at the south end of Jones Beach, are the towering basalt rock formations that are as popular with professional photographers as they are with visitors. The work of art you see today is the result of extremely hard volcanic rocks being eroded over millions of years.
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Cathedral Rocks
600m away (9 min walk) at the south end of Jones Beach, are the towering basalt rock formations that are as popular with professional photographers as they are with visitors. The work of art you see today is the result of extremely hard volcanic rocks being eroded over millions of years.
1.3km away (20 min walk or 3 min drive) is this sheltered pebbly beach located on the northern side of Bombo peninsula. Boneyard is a popular secluded spot for a picnic, snorkelling or stand up paddle boarding. Surfers can also be found on the right-hand reef break.
Located at the southern end of Cliff Drive in Kiama Downs, or accessed by foot from North Bombo.
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The Boneyard Beach
42 Cliff Dr1.3km away (20 min walk or 3 min drive) is this sheltered pebbly beach located on the northern side of Bombo peninsula. Boneyard is a popular secluded spot for a picnic, snorkelling or stand up paddle boarding. Surfers can also be found on the right-hand reef break.
Located at the southern end of Cliff Drive in Kiama Downs, or accessed by foot from North Bombo.
Food scene
Kiama Downs Shopping Village is 500m away. It has the IGA Supermarket & food places such as Stacks Burger House & Eatery.
Stacks Burger House & Eatery is very popular, with great tasting meals, an expansive menu offering something for everyone and a fresh, positive vibe. Attracts a loyal following and definitely worth visiting for eat in or takeaway.
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Stacks Burger House
21 Johnson StKiama Downs Shopping Village is 500m away. It has the IGA Supermarket & food places such as Stacks Burger House & Eatery.
Stacks Burger House & Eatery is very popular, with great tasting meals, an expansive menu offering something for everyone and a fresh, positive vibe. Attracts a loyal following and definitely worth visiting for eat in or takeaway.
Kiama Golf Course, Club & Restaurant is 1.8km away (4 minute drive or 22 minute walk). Picturesque golf course & spacious, inviting golf club with great food, drinks & large outdoor balcony to enjoy.
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Kiama Golf Club
79-81 Oxley AveKiama Golf Course, Club & Restaurant is 1.8km away (4 minute drive or 22 minute walk). Picturesque golf course & spacious, inviting golf club with great food, drinks & large outdoor balcony to enjoy.
This popular cafe is 500m away in the small strip of shops in Kiama Downs, only a stones throw from Jones Beach.
The Balinese inspired cafe has dishes named after Bali hotspots! The menu includes bacon and egg rolls, granola and plenty of freshly baked goods to be had! Hot cross Buns, muffins, croissants and more! Their house baked friand is delicious!
Coffee by Delano Specialty, plenty smoothies and juices available too.
It is busy during the day and can either be used to sit down
at a table indoor or outdoor, or simply takeaway and head to the beach.
The decor is pretty cool, surf side vibes to it.
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Cantik Place
9 Johnson StThis popular cafe is 500m away in the small strip of shops in Kiama Downs, only a stones throw from Jones Beach.
The Balinese inspired cafe has dishes named after Bali hotspots! The menu includes bacon and egg rolls, granola and plenty of freshly baked goods to be had! Hot cross Buns, muffins, croissants and more! Their house baked friand is delicious!
Coffee by Delano Specialty, plenty smoothies and juices available too.
It is busy during the day and can either be used to sit down
at a table indoor or outdoor, or simply takeaway and head to the beach.
The decor is pretty cool, surf side vibes to it.
5.3km away (8 min drive) in Kiama Town. Modern Australian menu, including gourmet pizzas, steak, chicken, fish, salads & more. The beachside restaurant offers a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for casual dining with friends and family.
Dine in and takeaway available. Open Tuesday – Saturday for dinner.
Excellent service, friendly staff & good selection of meals. Tasty food, good portions at a reasonable price. Goats cheese moneybags, steak and chicken all delicious and well plated. Highly recommend the steak, chicken & fish dishes Extensive wine list to choose from.
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Olive & Vine
87 Manning St5.3km away (8 min drive) in Kiama Town. Modern Australian menu, including gourmet pizzas, steak, chicken, fish, salads & more. The beachside restaurant offers a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for casual dining with friends and family.
Dine in and takeaway available. Open Tuesday – Saturday for dinner.
Excellent service, friendly staff & good selection of meals. Tasty food, good portions at a reasonable price. Goats cheese moneybags, steak and chicken all delicious and well plated. Highly recommend the steak, chicken & fish dishes Extensive wine list to choose from.
4.7km away (7 min drive) in Kiama Town. Kiama's premier steakhouse, seafood restaurant & wine bar. Amazing food, service & atmosphere. With over 30-years of experience cooking at the highest level, they offer exceptional food and hospitality.
Encore Wine Bar & Grill
68 Manning St4.7km away (7 min drive) in Kiama Town. Kiama's premier steakhouse, seafood restaurant & wine bar. Amazing food, service & atmosphere. With over 30-years of experience cooking at the highest level, they offer exceptional food and hospitality.
4.4 km away (7 min drive) in Kiama Town. Fully licensed (no BYO) Mexican Restaurant. Great Mexican food over looking Kiama Harbour.
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El Corazon Cocina de Mexico
6 Terralong St4.4 km away (7 min drive) in Kiama Town. Fully licensed (no BYO) Mexican Restaurant. Great Mexican food over looking Kiama Harbour.