Helensburgh Travel Guide
Wollongong
Visit Helensburgh
Popular places to visit
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.
Garawarra State Conservation Area
Explore the great outdoors at Garawarra State Conservation Area, a lovely green space in Wollongong. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.
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.
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
Jervis Bay Private Tour & Pick up & Drop off
Private Kiama and South Coast Tour from Sydney
Wildlife, Hyams Whitest Beach and South Coast Private Tour
Top hotels in Helensburgh
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
"lovely comfortable bed after 2 days flying. Friendly staff"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG
"Nothing particularly wrong with the hotel but I would class it as a budget experience. Fine, clean and reasonably comfortable if you just want somewhere to stay the night. There are plenty of others in the area to choose from as well but I can't say how it compares. The breakfast was ok, a buffet ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Moxy Sydney Airport
"Thumbs up"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Citadines Connect Sydney Airport
"Cafeteria closed just after 7.30 so I couldn't get a decaf on oat milk and I can't have dairy."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
ibis budget Sydney Airport
Novotel Sydney International Airport Hotel
"Exceptionally clean and welcoming hotel close to the international terminal. Breakfast buffet had a terrific selection which catered to different cultures. Lovely spacious hotel with clean, tidy and comfortable king size bed. Tea and coffee facilities in the room are always very welcome. Made use ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Helensburgh
Stanwell Park
While visiting Stanwell Park, you might make a stop by sights like Stanwell Park Beach and Royal National Park.
Coledale
While visiting Coledale, you might make a stop by sights like Coledale Beach and Sharky 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.
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.
Woonona
Woonona is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bulli Beach and Woonona Beach.
