Austinmer 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.

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

South Coast Private Tour & Royal National Park Inc

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

Headlands Austinmer Beach
Huge room!! Exceeded our expectation. Location was amazing with 3 beaches within a 15 minute walk. Restaurant was lovely.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Room was spotless, staff was very accommodating
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Sage Hotel Wollongong
Great stay, friendly staff and easy check in. Close to everything.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
Clean and well maintained. Enjoyed the visit.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Lakeside Inn Illawarra
The room was spotless. The bed and pillows were very comfy. The room we were in and has been renovated. We had our dog with us and he was happily welcomed.We would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Mantra Wollongong
Clean, spacious & quiet
Reviewed on 16 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.

Wombarra
Travellers like the monuments in Wombarra, and Wombarra Sculpture Garden is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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.

