Maddens Plains Travel Guide
Wollongong
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Popular places to visit
Bulli Lookout
You can find out about the history of Wollongong with a visit to Bulli Lookout. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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
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
Beach Skydive - Shellharbour (Wollongong)
Top hotels in Maddens Plains
Sage Hotel Wollongong
"Stayed for 2 nights. Friendly, quick and easy check in. Hotel is in a great location - easy walking distance to the beach and also into the city center. Room was a good size, well appointed and clean. Would definitely stay again."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Rydges Cronulla Beachside
"Location, location, location. Ideal for views, walks, eateries, observing passing parade. For us it was the memories about growing up near the beach. Room was spacious but a little tired but given the salty environment that's understandable Bought the parking and glad I did so, no street parking ..."
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
"We stayed here as a family of four for 2 nights. The location is absolutely fantastic—right across the road from the beach! The rooms were surprisingly spacious and very clean, which we appreciated. However, the hotel itself is quite old and run down. For instance, the rooms are still using old TV ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Maclin Lodge Motel
"The location, closeness and menu of the Chinese restaurant and friendly, helpful staff."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Five Islands Hotel
"Good and clean"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Lakeside Inn Illawarra
"There was no one available for our check in at 1330. We had to wait. There was no cleaning equipment in the room so we couldn't do any basic house work. There was no where to walk in the park as there were restricted signs around all the accommodation some of which appeared to be permanent. The smart ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Maddens Plains
Coledale
While visiting Coledale, you might make a stop by sights like Coledale Beach and Sharky Beach.
Stanwell Park
While visiting Stanwell Park, you might make a stop by sights like Stanwell Park Beach and Royal National Park.
Stanwell Tops
Travellers like the parks in Stanwell Tops, and Bald Hill Lookout is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
