Helensburgh Travel Guide
Wollongong





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Popular places to visit

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.

Garawarra State Conservation Area
Explore the great outdoors at Garawarra State Conservation Area, a lovely green space in Wollongong. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.

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.
Things to do

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

Wollongong and Kiama South Coast NSW Tours

South Coast Private Tour with Wild Kangaroo -pick up&drop off

Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo

Jervis Bay Private Tour & Pick up & Drop off

Sydney South Beaches Cycling Tour Self Guided
Top hotels in Helensburgh

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
not interested
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Novotel Sydney International Airport Hotel
Breakfast was very good.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Moxy Sydney Airport
We love staying at the Moxy before international flights. The staff are beautiful and so helpful, the design of the building and rooms is so interesting to look at. The vibe in the foyer/eating area is so relaxing but still fun. Food is great! Shuttle is super easy to set up. Would recommend very ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG
Clean room, comfortable bed, nice amenities. Close to airport.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

ibis budget Sydney Airport
No hot water when I took a shower
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Citadines Connect Sydney Airport
cant comment
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Helensburgh

Stanwell Tops
Travellers like the parks in Stanwell Tops, and Royal National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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 Little Austinmer 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.
