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.
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
Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo
Jervis Bay Private Tour & Pick up & Drop off
Erupting Blowholes and Ancient Rainforests SOUTH COAST OF SYDNEY PRIVATE TOUR
South Coast Private Tour & Royal National Park Inc
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
Nice hotel, rooms clean although a little dated
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Sage Hotel Wollongong
Nice hotel in good location, very near beach and town centre.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
Clean rooms and lovely staff.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Lakeside Inn Illawarra
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Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Five Islands Hotel
The staff were great and super helpful, room was clean with ample coffee and milk supplies. Also rate the night sleep extremely comfortable bed 👏💪 would definitely stay again if needed to. Thank you
Reviewed on 28 Feb 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.
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.
