Helensburgh
Wollongong





Visit Helensburgh
Popular places to visit

Symbio Wildlife Park
Why not see the exotic and native animals who call Symbio Wildlife Park home during your travels in Wollongong? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Garawarra State Conservation Area
Explore the great outdoors at Garawarra State Conservation Area, a lovely green space in Wollongong. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.

Wollongong City Beach
Immerse yourself in the buzzing atmosphere or find your own secluded patch of sand on this vast beach that stretches for miles along the city’s gorgeous coastline.

North Wollongong Beach
Enjoy a day of fun with the family at this central beach with a broad sandy strip, rock pools, grassy foreshore areas and plenty of space to relax.

Nan Tien Temple
With a name that translates to “Paradise of the South” in Chinese, this Buddhist temple complex is a modern architectural treasure with cultural exhibitions, a lodge and workshops.

Wollongong Harbor
Wander to the edge of the scenic breakwater or take in the views of Wollongong’s two lighthouses from a waterfront café at this historic destination.
Things to do

Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Blowhole, Beaches & Wildlife Small Group

Jervis Bay Private Tour & Pick up & Drop off

Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo

South Coast Private Tour with Wild Kangaroo -pick up&drop off

Sydney South Coast and Highlands Private Tour

South Coast Private Daily Group Tour - Pick up & Drop off
Top hotels in Helensburgh

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
"Very convenient for international traveller. You can even bring the trolley up to the room, how amazing. Clean room and well maintained hotel."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026

Citadines Connect Sydney Airport
"Close to airport"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026

Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG
"Location location location! Ideally situated for an overnight stay for one of our international staff members attending a retreat in Australia. Made it easy for him to arrive, have a good nights sleep and get to his domestic flight in good time. Price was very good so we will continue to use this ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026

Moxy Sydney Airport
"Happy with everything"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026

Novotel Sydney International Airport Hotel
"Good"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026

ibis budget Sydney Airport
"All good great place to stay."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Helensburgh

Shellharbour
Shellharbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shellharbour South Beach and North Beach.

Wollongong CBD
While visiting Wollongong CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Crown Street Mall and Wollongong Golf Club.

Thirroul
If you're spending some time in Thirroul, Thirroul Beach and McCauleys Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Bulli
Bulli is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bulli Beach and Sandon Point Beach.

Shell Cove
Travellers like the golf courses in Shell Cove, and The Farm is a top attraction you might want to visit.














