Darkes Forest 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
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 Darkes Forest

Meriton Suites Liverpool
So clean ,nice staff ,comfortable beds.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Everything was good
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Quest Cronulla Beach
Good location
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Mercure Sydney Liverpool
Room was clean, staff is great too
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

Maclin Lodge Motel
The room was very clean with modern bathroom and comfortable. Our room overlooked the car park of office work, as it was aweekend ,we did not experience any noise. Its close to railway station but did not hear any noise. There was no toaster or microwave but a kettle and some tea supplies were available.This ...
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Quest Liverpool
Had to pay for parking and it wasn’t a quiet room
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Darkes Forest

Stanwell Tops
Travellers like the parks in Stanwell Tops, and Bald Hill Lookout 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.


