Shell Cove Travel Guide
Wollongong
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.
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
Jervis Bay, Kiama & Kangaroo Valley Day Trip From Sydney-PVT
Tandem Skydive Shellharbour Beach 15,000ft
Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Blowhole, Beaches & Wildlife Small Group
Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo
From Sydney: Tandem Skydive Experience over Wollongong Beach
Top hotels in Shell Cove
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Generally, room service, well done!
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Sage Hotel Wollongong
The room was spotless staff were very pleasant and very courteous ill definitely stay there again
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Nova Kiama
Helpful staff! Nothing too much trouble
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
Central location. Walk to bars and restuarants. Good breakfast.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Lakeside Inn Illawarra
The staff were excellent. The room had some issues needing to be attended to. However this property was a good location for our stay and the restaurant ended up bonus for our convenience.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Five Islands Hotel
The service was excellent and the price was very affordable. However, the room windows aren't soundproof, making the street noise quite bothersome. One of the key cards not working. Since the bathroom is located outside the room, it was a bit inconvenient for two people staying together
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shell Cove
Shellharbour
Shellharbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shellharbour South Beach and North Beach.
Minnamurra
When in Minnamurra, you can plan a visit to Cathedral Rocks and The Farm, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Kiama Downs
If you're spending some time in Kiama Downs, Cathedral Rocks and Jones Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Warilla
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Warilla and surrounding area, you can visit Warilla Beach and North Beach.
Lake Illawarra
While visiting Lake Illawarra, you might make a stop by sights like Warilla Beach and Berageree Island.
Windang
Visitors to Windang enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Perkins Beach is worth a stop.
