Visit Macquarie Pass
Popular places to visit
Macquarie Pass National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Macquarie Pass National Park, a lovely green space in Wollongong.
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.
Crown Street Mall
Wollongong’s pedestrianized main street is a shopping, dining and entertainment hub where you can join community events and festivities, or shop for a new look.
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
Private Coast & Kangaroo Valley Wildlife Escape Tour From Sydney
Top hotels in Macquarie Pass
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Breeze was cool most days so opening the balcony doors was sufficient to cool the room. Great views. Breakfast is excellent. Dinner meal we had at the hotel was average, but there are several restaurants close by. Lots of families with young children, but our room was quiet.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Sage Hotel Wollongong
Staff were awesome, room was value for money
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
My room was particularly serene despite being close to CBD. Staff were also helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Lakeside Inn Illawarra
The renovated room was clean and up to date, and we had a very comfortable stay while exploring. The front desk was helpful and proactive with our late check-in.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Nova Kiama
Great as per previous stats. Great location and friendly, helpful staff. Look forward to staying again for a beach break.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Mantra Wollongong
They don’t move the blinds to clean so there was dead bugs by the windows and under the bed was very dirty. Needs a Reno and a good clean! Spacious though and good if you have a dog.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Macquarie Pass
Lake Illawarra
While visiting Lake Illawarra, you might make a stop by sights like Warilla Beach and Berageree Island.
Warilla
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Warilla and surrounding area, you can visit Warilla Beach and North Beach.
Shellharbour
Shellharbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shellharbour South Beach and North Beach.
Minnamurra
When in Minnamurra, you can plan a visit to Jones Beach and Cathedral Rocks, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Kiama Downs
If you're spending some time in Kiama Downs, Jones Beach and Cathedral Rocks are top sights worth seeing.
Windang
Visitors to Windang enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Perkins Beach is worth a stop.
