Wollongong CBD Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Flagstaff Hill Fort
Check out the three-gun battery and take photos from a scenic vantage point at this heritage-listed military fortification, which was built to deter enemy ships in the 1890s.
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.
Activities
South Coast Private Charter
Erupting Blowholes and Ancient Rainforests SOUTH COAST OF SYDNEY PRIVATE TOUR
Royal National Park Tour
Royal National Park Hike, Swim and Wildlife Tour
Private Tour: Sydney South Coast & Highlands
Illawarra Fly Treetop Adventure
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Other neighbourhoods around Wollongong CBD
North Wollongong
North Wollongong is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Stuart Park and North Wollongong Beach while in the area.
Fairy Meadow
Visitors to Fairy Meadow enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Towradgi Beach is worth a stop.
Port Kembla
You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Port Kembla. You might want to make time for a stop at Wollongong City Beach or Australia's Industry World.
Towradgi
Beaches and restaurants are notable features of Towradgi. You might consider stopping by Towradgi Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Woonona
Woonona is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bulli Beach and Woonona Beach.
Bulli
Bulli is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bulli Beach and Sandon Point Beach.
- Wollongong City Beach
- North Wollongong Beach
- WIN Stadium
- Wollongong Harbor
- WIN Entertainment Centre
- Crown Street Mall
- Wollongong Golf Club
- Stuart Park
- Wollongong Town Hall
- Flagstaff Hill Fort
- Wollongong Fish Market
- Breakwater Lighthouse
- Illawarra Museum
- Royal National Park
- Jamberoo Action Park
- Kiama Blowhole
- Kiama Surf Beach
- Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk
- Nan Tien Temple
- Sea Cliff Bridge
- Symbio Wildlife Park
- Budderoo National Park
- Bombo Beach
- Kiama Leagues Club
- Bald Hill Lookout
- Wollongong Botanic Garden