Austinmer Travel Guide
Wollongong


Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
Things to do

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

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

From Sydney: Tandem Skydive Experience over Wollongong Beach

Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo
Top hotels in Austinmer

Headlands Austinmer Beach
We had an amazing stay at Headlands. Staff was friendly and helpful, room was spotless, excellent location, laid back vibes, great food at the attached restaurant, gorgeous views in a quaint town.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
We loved the pool and being close to the beach. We had an ocean view room but would have loved a balcony room.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Sage Hotel Wollongong
Great place and location
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Rydges Campbelltown
Went above and beyond. Beautiful room.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
My room was particularly serene despite being close to CBD. Staff were also helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Maclin Lodge Motel
Excellant hotel. Must say it was a great experince staying here. Maddison at the reception was excellant & looked after us really well. All our requests was available upon our arrival. Cleaning lady Josie was very kind, apparantely sweetest lady on the earth as per my daughter. 😊 Great location, ...
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Austinmer

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

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

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

Woonona
Woonona is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bulli Beach and Woonona Beach.

Corrimal
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Corrimal and surrounding area, you can visit Woonona Beach and Bellambi Beach.

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


