Helensburgh
Wollongong





Visit Helensburgh
Popular places to visit

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.

Garawarra State Conservation Area
Explore the great outdoors at Garawarra State Conservation Area, a lovely green space in Wollongong. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.

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.

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

Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo

South Coast Private Tour & Royal National Park Inc

Jervis Bay Private Tour & Pick up & Drop off

South Coast Private Daily Group Tour - Pick up & Drop off
Top hotels in Helensburgh

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
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Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

ibis budget Sydney Airport
Clean, comfortable bed & pillows, so close to airport
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Stamford Plaza Sydney Airport Hotel & Conference Centre
Perfectly located close to Sydney's Domestic Airport Room was spotless, pool and gym make it the place to stay at a reasonable price.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Room was great. Facilities were OK and F&D surprisingly pricey
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG
Perfect for short stays near the airport
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Quest Mascot Serviced Apartments
Very clean room, staff reacted quickly to switch king bed into 2 single beds as per request if the original booking.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Helensburgh

Stanwell Tops
Travellers like the parks in Stanwell Tops, and Bald Hill Lookout is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Stanwell Park
While visiting Stanwell Park, you might make a stop by sights like Stanwell Park Beach and Royal National Park.

Wombarra
Travellers like the monuments in Wombarra, and Wombarra Sculpture Garden is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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

Thirroul
If you're spending some time in Thirroul, Thirroul Beach and McCauleys Beach are top sights worth seeing.

