The Best Things To Do In The Shire On A Rainy Day
We talk you through your options and, trust us, there are plenty!
CATCH A FLICK AT HOYTS CRONULLA
Is there anything better than settling into a comfy recliner and knowing you’ve got a few hours of uninterrupted relaxation ahead of you? We think not. Hoyts Cronulla offers a premium experience, even at standard ticket pricing. They also have a bar and cafe so hot food and great drinks (think wine and cocktails) are up for grabs. Top tip: Sign up for a HOYTS membership (it’s free) and snag unlimited popcorn refills.
2 Cronulla Street, Cronulla
GET YOUR PICASSO ON AT PINOT AND PICASSO MIRANDA
Who doesn’t love a bit of organised fun? Hand over the reins to Pinot and Picasso Miranda and you won’t be left cleaning paint off your dining table well after your guests have left. Offering classes for adults and families, you will be guided step by step through the process. For maximum enjoyment, take advantage of their BYO drinks and nibbles and bring along your drop!
33/31-41 Kiora Road, Miranda
GET PHYSICAL AT CLIMB FIT
Climb Fit is an Indoor Rock Climbing and Bouldering facility with over 130 top rope routes, 60 boulders, a dedicated training area and more. The perfect challenge if you don’t fancy letting the rain get in the way of your adventures. Their live occupancy can be found on their website so we suggest checking this out before your visit! No bookings are required for groups of less than 10.
23 Waratah Street, Kirrawee
UPSKILL AT X-GOLF
X-Golf uses state of the art indoor golf simulators to create a virtual reality golfing experience. Cool, huh? Designed to replicate real-life golf, it’s a great way to improve your golfing skills without having to worry about where your ball went. And, obviously, there’s no need for a raincoat. Using their simulators you can travel to some of the world's best digital courses and driving ranges, or even play mini-golf. Inside their kiosk, they have a fully licensed sports bar with pool tables, a games room and a variety of food options. Lessons, clinics and weekly competitions are also available for those on the serious side.
Unit 3/40-42 Meta Street, Caringbah
GET YOUR HANDS DIRTY AT PART-TIME CERAMICS
Part-Time Ceramics in Taren Point offers a number of crafty classes. Think pottery and prosecco, build a planter, date night wheel throw and dinner set workshops. Absolutely everyone is welcome with family sessions and classes for kids also available. That’s a fun rainy day if you ask us!
Unit 2, 155 Taren Point Road, Caringbah
Experience The Thrill Of an Escape Room
Turn a dreary day into an exciting adventure at Scarborough Fair Escape Rooms. For just $40 per person, you and up to five friends can tackle puzzles, face challenges, and unravel riddles that test your intellect to pave the way for your escape.
9 Resolution Drive, Caringbah
Shop 'Til You Drop At Westfield Miranda
When the rain pours, a visit to Westfield Miranda is always a good idea. Brimming with independent boutiques and renowned designers, there's no better way to pass the time than indulging in a shopping spree. Feeling hungry? Satisfy your cravings at one of the many cafes or restaurants scattered throughout the centre. Bringing the little ones? Treat them to a movie and popcorn at Event Cinemas or let them unleash their boundless energy at Timezone.
600 Kingsway, Miranda
LAND A STRIKE AT ZONE BOWLING SOUTHGATE
Gather the gang and head to Zone Bowling Sylvania for a bit of friendly competition. Located in Southgate Shopping Centre, you’ll find 24 bowling lanes, 27 arcade games, and a range of food and drink options! Is it even a trip to the bowling alley without a hotdog and coke? We suggest pre-booking to avoid disappointment. Good luck!
27 Port Hacking Road, Sylvania
TOUR THE SHIRE’S BREWERIES
The Shire is home to four fab breweries all within a 10km radius. Grab a few mates and make an afternoon of it. There’s the polished atmosphere of Sunday Road in Kirrawee, surfy vibes at Hairyman Brewery, the super low-key Shark Island Brewing, also in Kirrawee and the new Slim’s Brewhouse in Engadine. If you time your visit right (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) you’ll be able to take advantage of the array of food trucks each venue snags of a weekend. Read more about the Shire’s breweries here.
CATCH AN EXHIBITION AT HAZELHURST
If you fancy a dose of culture without having to trek it into the city, Hazelhurst has got you. Small but mighty, Hazelhurst hosts a number of renowned exhibitions from the greatly anticipated Art Express to the Archibald Prize. Swing by their website to catch what exhibition is currently in residence and be sure to stop by the cafe afterwards for a delicious meal or cocktail. Frosé anyone?
126-128 Cronulla Street, Cronulla
Pay A Visit To Timezone
Timezone Cronulla, nestled along Cronulla Mall, is the ultimate indoor arcade destination. Boasting over 70 classic and new arcade games, and plenty of prizes to be won, you'll find the kids never wanting to leave.
126-128 Cronulla Street, Cronulla
TAKE A JOURNEY AT PUTT PLANET
Putt Planet in Miranda is The Shire's only indoor miniature golf course and what a throwback in time it is. The Putt-Putt course transports you back in time, taking you on a journey through the marketplace, homes and laneways of Old Mombasa. As you putt your way through their 18-hole course, each hole tells a different story. A visit here is guaranteed to put a smile on your face.
Unit 1, 205 Port Hacking Road, Miranda
BOOKSHOP HOP
Rainy days were made for reading. Fact. And luckily for all of us, The Shire is home to some super cosy bookshops. The Best Little Bookshop In Town is a family-owned biz and always our first port of call when on the hunt for a great read. Harry Hartog in Miranda and The Bookstation in Caringbah also offer up a relaxing browsing experience. Don’t forget to nab a few snacks whilst you’re out. Get home, pop the kettle on and voila! Sorted.
Posted: May 2024
