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.
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.
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.
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.
Sea Cliff Bridge
You can learn about the history of Wollongong with a trip to Sea Cliff Bridge. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
From Sydney: Day Tour to Jervis Bay with Beaches and Koalas
Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Blowhole, Beaches & Wildlife Small Group
South Coast Private Tour & with pick up & drop off
Jervis Bay Private Tour & Pick up & Drop off
Top hotels in Helensburgh
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
Good if you need to be close to the airport. Was pretty basic imo.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Novotel Sydney International Airport Hotel
Our bathroom needed a good cleaning - especially the floor and shower tiles. The partial door that they have in the shower is pretty useless. It needs to be wider. Water sprays all over the floor when you shower.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Moxy Sydney Airport
Great location. Staff are friendly and helpful and just a fun vibe. Breakfast and dinner sorted and great tasting food as well.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
ibis budget Sydney Airport
Good place to clean up and sleep. Then go to the airport. That's what most people want when they come off long haul flights. Functional and budget friendly than others in the vicinity.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG
Decent accommodation, well priced and close to the airport
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
The House on the Rock
We had a wonderful stay at the House on the rock.The house was stunning and the view was spectacular.The owners couldn’t be more helpful.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Helensburgh
Stanwell Tops
Travellers like the parks in Stanwell Tops, and Bald Hill Lookout is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Stanwell Park
While visiting Stanwell Park, you might make a stop by sights like Stanwell Park Beach and Royal National Park.
Coledale
While visiting Coledale, you might make a stop by sights like Coledale Beach and Sharky Beach.
Austinmer
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Austinmer. You might want to make time for a stop at Austinmer Beach or Little Austinmer Beach.
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.
