Woonona
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.
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.
Sea Cliff Bridge
You can learn about the history of Wollongong with a trip to Sea Cliff Bridge. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Blowhole, Beaches & Wildlife Small Group
South Coast Private Tour & with pick up & drop off
Jervis Bay Private Tour & Pick up & Drop off
Wollongong and Kiama South Coast NSW Tours
Erupting Blowholes and Ancient Rainforests SOUTH COAST OF SYDNEY PRIVATE TOUR
Top hotels in Woonona
Tiny Nest - An Eco-Coastal Tiny with a touch of lux.
Danielle was a wonderful and extremely supportive host as the accommodations were clean, organized, and fastidious. Sleeping in the loft of the Tiny was an adventure, just go slow. I would certainly schedule again if I was solo and being right next to the state park was nice and quiet.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Cannot fault the staff nor the cleanliness. However at every turn there is an extra charge on top of the room fee...parking, tea, fresh towels, a lemon slice. And buffet breakfast was not worth $42 per person. Absolute wrought by management and the Accor group.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Sage Hotel Wollongong
Comfy mattresses, fantastic buffet breakfast - good as any hotel, terrific location
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Five Islands Hotel
Rooms clean not one bit of dust parking bit full at times but the bar and staff was really good
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Lakeside Inn Illawarra
No hot water the room was filthy and when I asked for refund they gave me 50 dollars credit like I was staying in a tent
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
Clean rooms, easy access for parking and is located in the centre of CBD
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
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.
Coledale
While visiting Coledale, you might make a stop by sights like Coledale Beach and Sharky Beach.
Wollongong CBD
While visiting Wollongong CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Crown Street Mall and Wollongong Golf Club.
