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 - Pick up & Drop off

Jervis Bay Private Tour - Pick up & Drop off

Erupting Blowholes and Ancient Rainforests SOUTH COAST OF SYDNEY PRIVATE TOUR
Top hotels in Thirroul

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Gd location
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Sage Hotel Wollongong
The staff
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Rydges Campbelltown
Went above and beyond. Beautiful room.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Maclin Lodge Motel
Yes
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
Nice hotel in the centre of town. Staff were very friendly and attentive. The building was very modern and clean. The rooms were clean and tidy, and although they were not overly spacious, they served our purpose over Christmas. The bed was very comfortable as were the pillows, great pillows. We'd ...
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

Five Islands Hotel
The room was great, great aircon, ceiling fan and even know I had to share a shower the facilities were clean and spacious I recommend either room with shower or room with no shower , shared
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Thirroul

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

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

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

Fairy Meadow
Visitors to Fairy Meadow enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Towradgi Beach is worth a stop.




