Helensburgh Travel Guide

Wollongong

Best way to spend NYE. And about an hour and half away from Sydney 🙏
Best way to spend NYE. And about an hour and half away from Sydney 🙏
NYE: Reaching the waterfall requires going off the track and absailing down a small cliff. Probably the best place Ive seen in NSW so far
The Helensburgh station was closed in 1915 & is an integral part of Sydney's rail history. It's abb awesome area to explore and perhaps see some glow worms!
Abandoned in the early 1900's this old train station and tunnel was only rediscovered in 1995. #ontheroad #history

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Things to do


Top hotels in Helensburgh

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

4 out of 5
8 Arrival Court Mascot NSW
The price is Rp1.902.054 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
Rp1.902.054
Rp2.092.259 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,067 reviews)
Great location for a quick stopover

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
ibis budget Sydney Airport

ibis budget Sydney Airport

2.5 out of 5
5 Ross Smith Avenue Mascot NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.285.746 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
Rp1.285.746
Rp1.414.321 total
3 Feb - 4 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,386 reviews)
The most important item - a very comfortable bed after a very long flight. Very nice staff and wonderful breakfast.

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

ibis budget Sydney Airport
Stamford Plaza Sydney Airport Hotel & Conference Centre

Stamford Plaza Sydney Airport Hotel & Conference Centre

4.5 out of 5
Corner Of Robey And O Riordan Mascot NSW
The price is Rp2.417.318 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
Rp2.417.318
Rp2.659.050 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,319 reviews)
Perfectly located close to Sydney's Domestic Airport Room was spotless, pool and gym make it the place to stay at a reasonable price.

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Stamford Plaza Sydney Airport Hotel & Conference Centre
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

4.5 out of 5
2-14 Cliff Road North Wollongong NSW
The price is Rp2.752.134 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
Rp2.752.134
Rp3.027.347 total
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
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 rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Friendly staff, nice breakfast, clean rooms with great ocean views

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG

3.5 out of 5
2-12 Sarah Street Mascot NSW
The price is Rp1.904.179 per night from 4 Feb to 5 Feb
Rp1.904.179
Rp2.094.597 total
4 Feb - 5 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,612 reviews)
Very nice welcoming staff!

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG
Quest Mascot Serviced Apartments

Quest Mascot Serviced Apartments

4.5 out of 5
108 114 Robey Street Mascot NSW
The price is Rp2.178.330 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
Rp2.178.330
Rp2.396.163 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Great for an overnight stay, walking distance from the domestic airport. Basic but clean and good value, no dining facilities nearby.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Quest Mascot Serviced Apartments
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Other neighbourhoods around Helensburgh

Stanwell Tops lookout in New South Wales, Australia

Stanwell Tops

Travellers like the parks in Stanwell Tops, and Bald Hill Lookout is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Stanwell Tops
Stanwell Park Beach is one of the popular spots for hang gliding and paragliding in Sydney. If you want to experience jumping off the cliff without getting hurt, this is your chance!
#LifeAtExpedia #beach

Stanwell Park

While visiting Stanwell Park, you might make a stop by sights like Stanwell Park Beach and Royal National Park.

Stanwell Park
This is an early morning image looking north from the Wollongong lighthouse. The light was great bust the cloud weren’t playing along so it’s was time to get creative. 

This is a great spot to walk with your camera. There’s so much to see. From exercising locals to the great waves and even the areas of heavy industry to the south.

Coledale

While visiting Coledale, you might make a stop by sights like Coledale Beach and Sharky Beach.

Coledale
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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
Approaching rain over Illawarra Escarpment

Thirroul

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

Thirroul
Sandon Point

Bulli

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

Bulli


Helensburgh Travel Guide