Scarborough Travel Guide
Wollongong

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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.

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.

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.

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

From Sydney: Day Tour to Jervis Bay with Beaches and Koalas

Jervis Bay, Kiama & Kangaroo Valley Day Trip From Sydney-PVT

Wollongong and Kiama South Coast NSW Tours
Top hotels in Scarborough

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Perfect view of the Ocean. Great location easy walk into town. Nicks seafood was delicious
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Sage Hotel Wollongong
Nice hotel in a good location. Free ample parking over the road on weekends. 3m walk from an EV charger, and nice pubs and restaurants close by.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Five Islands Hotel
Nice clean place to stay. A bit far from restaurants
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Maclin Lodge Motel
Hot water took a long time to come through, bed was quite soft
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Rydges Cronulla Beachside
Fantastic view and position. Say no more
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Lakeside Inn Illawarra
Place was small tidy enough but aged and worn. We didn’t get the lakeside cabin I booked. But for a low budget quick option it was okay.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Scarborough

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.

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

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

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.


