Woonona 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.
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
Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Blowhole, Beaches & Wildlife Small Group
From Sydney: Tandem Skydive Experience over Wollongong Beach
Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo
Private Coast & Kangaroo Valley Wildlife Escape Tour From Sydney
Erupting Blowholes and Ancient Rainforests SOUTH COAST OF SYDNEY PRIVATE TOUR
Top hotels in Woonona
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Gd location
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Sage Hotel Wollongong
The staff
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Rydges Campbelltown
Went above and beyond. Beautiful room.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
Nice hotel in the centre of town. Staff were very friendly and attentive. The building was very modern and clean. The rooms were clean and tidy, and although they were not overly spacious, they served our purpose over Christmas. The bed was very comfortable as were the pillows, great pillows. We'd ...
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Lakeside Inn Illawarra
We headed down to Windang to relax before Christmas. I originally booked a jacuzzi room but upon arrival wanted to change to a lake view cabin. This was no problem. Dallas running the restaurant was particularly welcoming. It’s pretty basic but exactly what I needed and a short drive drive from Sydney. ...
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Harp Hotel
Good facilities alround.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Woonona
Bulli
Bulli is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bulli Beach and Sandon Point Beach.
Thirroul
If you're spending some time in Thirroul, Thirroul Beach and McCauleys Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Fairy Meadow
Visitors to Fairy Meadow enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Towradgi Beach is worth a stop.
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.
