Darkes Forest Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Darkes Forest
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Blowhole, Beaches & Wildlife Small Group
Jervis Bay, Kiama & Kangaroo Valley Day Trip From Sydney-PVT
Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo
Our pick of the best Darkes Forest Hotel Deals
Sage Hotel Wollongong
"Jalen at the front desk was absolutely outstanding in welcoming us and ensuring we had everything we needed to have a comfortable stay. A credit to the hotel. All staff were very friendly and the room was so spacious, fresh and comfortable. Highly recommend"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
"Always a fantastic stay"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hunts Hotel Liverpool
"free parking which is always a bonus. Clean and spacious rooms"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Maclin Lodge Motel
"Great parking, great service. The room was tired and old."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Rydges Cronulla Beachside
"Location, location, location. Ideal for views, walks, eateries, observing passing parade. For us it was the memories about growing up near the beach. Room was spacious but a little tired but given the salty environment that's understandable Bought the parking and glad I did so, no street parking ..."
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Meriton Suites Liverpool
"Helpful nice staff, very easy check in process. Clean and room was huge! Thank you"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Darkes Forest
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 Sharky 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.
Woonona
Woonona is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bulli Beach and Woonona Beach.
