Wollongong

Travel Guide

Wollongong featuring a city, a sandy beach and boating
Wollongong which includes a sandy beach and general coastal views
Wollongong South Beach which includes a sunset and snow
Crown Street Mall which includes a city
Wollongong featuring markets as well as a large group of people

Where to stay in Wollongong

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Shellharbour

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

Shellharbour
Wollongong featuring outdoor art

Wollongong CBD

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

Wollongong CBD
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Thirroul

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

Thirroul
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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.

Austinmer
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Shell Cove

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

Shell Cove
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Bulli

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

Bulli
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

4.5 out of 5
2-14 Cliff Road, North Wollongong, NSW
The price is €140 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
€140
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy a beach locale, 4 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Wonderful location"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Sage Hotel Wollongong

Sage Hotel Wollongong

4 out of 5
60/62 Harbour Street, Wollongong, NSW
The price is €100 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
€100
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean, good location. Staff was very helpful. I would stay there again."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Sage Hotel Wollongong
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

4 out of 5
60 Market Street, Wollongong, NSW
The price is €98 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
€98
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (512 reviews)
"We stayed in the bunk room and kids absolutely loved it (although the room with the king and bunks was very small for 4 people). Easy walking distance to quite a lot. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
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Mantra Wollongong

Mantra Wollongong

4.5 out of 5
6-10 Gladstone Ave, Wollongong, NSW
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and onsite car rentals. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,586 reviews)
"Clean"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Mantra Wollongong
Headlands Austinmer Beach

Headlands Austinmer Beach

4 out of 5
1 Yuruga Street, Austinmer, NSW
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (642 reviews)
"We found the one bedroom apartment was large enough for three adult. The room was quite even considering we were next to the pool. I found the the sound of the surf during the night quite pleasant."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Headlands Austinmer Beach
Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong

Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong

4.5 out of 5
19 Market Street, Wollongong, NSW
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,927 reviews)
"Clean and spacious"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong
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Popular places to visit

Wollongong North Beach featuring a city, a beach and a hotel

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.

North Wollongong Beach
Wollongong South Beach featuring a beach and rugged coastline

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.

Wollongong City Beach
Nan Tien Temple

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.

Nan Tien Temple
Symbio Wildlife Park

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.

Symbio Wildlife Park
Crown Street Mall showing shopping

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.

Crown Street Mall
Wollongong featuring a city, a sandy beach and boating

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.

Wollongong Harbor

Things to do

Panoramic Clifftop Views

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

€160
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Blowhole, Beaches & Farmlands Small Group
The perfect romantic date

Luxury Picnics in Bundeena

€108
per adult
Luxury Picnics in Bundeena
Jervis Bay Private Tour - Pick up & Drop off

Jervis Bay Private Tour - Pick up & Drop off

€338
per adult
Jervis Bay Private Tour - Pick up & Drop off
Walking to Marley Beach

Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo

€246
per adult
Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo
Trike Trips at Panorama House

Panorama House Luncheon Trike Tour

€219
per adult
Panorama House Luncheon Trike Tour
Symbio wildlife park

Wildlife, Wine & Waves – Epic South Coast Adventure from Sydney

€440
per adult
Wildlife, Wine & Waves – Epic South Coast Adventure from Sydney
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