Wollongong CBD Travel Guide
Wollongong
Visit Wollongong CBD
Popular places to visit
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.
Flagstaff Hill Fort
Check out the three-gun battery and take photos from a scenic vantage point at this heritage-listed military fortification, which was built to deter enemy ships in the 1890s.
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.
Sea Cliff Bridge
You can learn about the history of Wollongong with a trip to Sea Cliff Bridge. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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 Wollongong CBD
Sage Hotel Wollongong
"Good location, easy walking distance to CBD"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
"Small room in a well located property. Self check-in, restaurant but no room service. $25 for car parking."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Harp Hotel
"Surprisingly quiet considering that we were staying in a pub! The check in was easy, and the young man who checked us in was very pleasant and helpful."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
The Belmore Apartments Hotel
"The room was adequate, cute balcony. The pillows were uncomfortable and hurt my neck. There was a stain on the carpet in my room, and more cutlery/crockery could be provided."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong
"Very handy location close to restaurants and beach. Clean room and pool"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Where to stay in Wollongong CBD
Shellharbour
Shellharbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shellharbour South Beach and North Beach.
Thirroul
If you're spending some time in Thirroul, Thirroul Beach and McCauleys Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Bulli
Bulli is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bulli Beach and Sandon Point Beach.
Shell Cove
Travellers like the golf courses in Shell Cove, and The Farm is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
