Figtree 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

Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo

From Sydney: Tandem Skydive Experience over Wollongong Beach

Tandem Skydive Shellharbour Beach 15,000ft
Top hotels in Figtree

Solomon Inn Wollongong
Nice neat room
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Figtree Hotel
When we arrived it took a long time before we were acknowledged at the desk, even though staff could see us. The room wasn’t ready even though we arrived 2 hours after checkin time, and we were asked to come back later. Bed wasn’t made to expected standard - only had fitted sheet and grey cover that ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
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Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Sage Hotel Wollongong
Patrick was amazing. So friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Nova Kiama
Staff were friendly and room was clean and fresh with quiet air conditioning. a relaxing overnight stay
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
Clean rooms and lovely staff.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Figtree

Wollongong CBD
While visiting Wollongong CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Crown Street Mall and Wollongong Golf Club.

North Wollongong
North Wollongong is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Stuart Park and North Wollongong Beach while in the area.

Fairy Meadow
Visitors to Fairy Meadow enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Towradgi Beach is worth a stop.

Port Kembla
You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Port Kembla. You might want to make time for a stop at Wollongong City Beach or Breakwater Battery.

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.

Windang
Visitors to Windang enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Perkins Beach is worth a stop.

