Reidtown 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
South Coast Private Tour with Wild Kangaroo -pick up&drop off
Top hotels in Reidtown
Sage Hotel Wollongong
"Staff were so helpful on arrival. Given the sea view we requested and started the day with a choice breakfast buffet, thank you"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
"Old, dirty and unkept rooms. The rooms are shockingly dated. Our door was actively splintering at the bottom, and everything came with a layer of dust. The TV can't connect to the internet, and in the year 2026, they actually have the audacity to charge guests for Wi-Fi! We were told the gym was ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Lakeside Inn Illawarra
"Wonderful space with all the basics. Good size tv and super comfy bed, quality linen and fluffy towels. Friendly service and yummy pizza at in house restaurant."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Five Islands Hotel
"Bedroom and bathrooms look newly renovated. Very clean and comfortable"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
"The door did not shut properly"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Mantra Wollongong
"Very friendly staff, great location"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Reidtown
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.
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.
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 Mount Keira or Crown Street Mall.
Bulli
Bulli is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bulli Beach and Sandon Point Beach.
