Maddens Plains Travel Guide
Wollongong
Visit Maddens Plains
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.
Sublime Point Lookout
You can take time to visit Sublime Point Lookout during your travels to Wollongong. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
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.
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 Maddens Plains
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Most comfortable stay
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Sage Hotel Wollongong
Staff were very friendly, good location, comfy beds
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Rydges Campbelltown
Went above and beyond. Beautiful room.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
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
Quest Cronulla Beach
We had a wonderful stay, house keeping was amazing, If I could address Evelyn for a moment. I stood I basement for a few minutes before I saw instructions to elevator. I would recommend instructions bring on both sides of elevator. I would like to mention although I thought everyone who worked at ...
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Quest Woolooware Bay
From the moment i walked into the reception till the time i left every staff member were absolutely fabulous , courteous, friendly. My room was lovely. Spotless. Fantastic views over the bay and football field.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 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.
Helensburgh
You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in Helensburgh. You might want to make time for a stop at Symbio Wildlife Park or Royal National Park.
