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.

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

From Sydney: Day Tour to Jervis Bay with Beaches and Koalas

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

2 Hour Private Surf Lesson Experience in Wollongong

From Sydney: Tandem Skydive Experience over Wollongong Beach

South Coast Private Tour - Pick up & Drop off
Top hotels in Thirroul

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

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
Other neighbourhoods around Thirroul

Bulli
Bulli is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bulli Beach and Sandon Point 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.

Woonona
Woonona is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bulli Beach and Woonona Beach.

Coledale
While visiting Coledale, you might make a stop by sights like Coledale Beach and Sharky Beach.

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.

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




