Fern Hill 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
Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo
Top hotels in Fern Hill
Sage Hotel Wollongong
"Jalen at the front desk was absolutely outstanding in welcoming us and ensuring we had everything we needed to have a comfortable stay. A credit to the hotel. All staff were very friendly and the room was so spacious, fresh and comfortable. Highly recommend"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
"Always a fantastic stay"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Lakeside Inn Illawarra
"all great"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
"Enjoyed my 2 nights at Totto. Buffet breakfast was yummy. Staff were great and friendly. It’s a cute little hotel. Great location too."
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Five Islands Hotel
"Clean neat and tidy. Needs a better parking facility"
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Mantra Wollongong
"PARKING WAS GOOD CLEAN ROOM FRIENDLY STAFF"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fern Hill
Corrimal
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Corrimal and surrounding area, you can visit Bellambi Beach and Woonona Beach.
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.
Wollongong CBD
While visiting Wollongong CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Crown Street Mall and Wollongong Golf Club.
Woonona
Woonona is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bulli Beach and Woonona Beach.
Bulli
Bulli is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bulli Beach and Sandon Point Beach.
Figtree
If you're spending time in Figtree, you might enjoy its shopping and restaurants. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Wollongong Botanic Garden or Crown Street Mall.
