Austinmer Travel Guide
Wollongong



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

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

South Coast Private Tour - Pick up & Drop off

Jervis Bay Private Tour & Pick up & Drop off
Top hotels in Austinmer

Headlands Austinmer Beach
Extremely accomodating staff. Very understanding and polite.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Large rooms, great location and fun bar area/pool. Staff were also terrific!
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Sage Hotel Wollongong
Great place and location
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
Clean, smooth self check-in and check-out. staff very friendly and polite.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Mantra Wollongong
Clean, spacious & quiet
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Lakeside Inn Illawarra
Yes, clean room and amenities.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Austinmer

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

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

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

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

Towradgi
Beaches and restaurants are notable features of Towradgi. You might consider stopping by Towradgi Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.



