Popular places to visit

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.

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

Jervis Bay, Kiama & Kangaroo Valley Day Trip From Sydney-PVT

Tandem Skydive Shellharbour Beach 15,000ft

Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Blowhole, Beaches & Wildlife Small Group

From Sydney: Tandem Skydive Experience over Wollongong Beach
Top hotels in Shell Cove

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

Nova Kiama
Great as per previous stats. Great location and friendly, helpful staff. Look forward to staying again for a beach break.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
The room is clean,staffs are friendly
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Lakeside Inn Illawarra
The renovated room was clean and up to date, and we had a very comfortable stay while exploring. The front desk was helpful and proactive with our late check-in.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Harp Hotel
Enjoyed our stay at the hotel.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shell Cove

Shellharbour
Shellharbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shellharbour South Beach and North Beach.

Minnamurra
When in Minnamurra, you can plan a visit to Jones Beach and Cathedral Rocks, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Kiama Downs
If you're spending some time in Kiama Downs, Jones Beach and Cathedral Rocks are top sights worth seeing.

Warilla
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Warilla and surrounding area, you can visit Warilla Beach and North Beach.

Lake Illawarra
While visiting Lake Illawarra, you might make a stop by sights like Warilla Beach and Berageree Island.

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





