Maddens Plains Travel Guide
Wollongong
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Popular places to visit
Bulli Lookout
You can find out about the history of Wollongong with a visit to Bulli Lookout. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Maddens Plains
Sage Hotel Wollongong
"Nice and central to everything"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Maclin Lodge Motel
"Surprising and unexpected quality accomodation for a more than reasonable price."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Five Islands Hotel
"It was good"
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Quest Cronulla Beach
"I recently spent three nights at Quest Cronulla and really enjoyed my stay. The location is excellent, with the beach and some great coastal walks right on the doorstep. The room was clean and well-kept, and the staff were all very friendly and helpful. While the nearby pub can be a bit noisy late ..."
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
"The gym is off-site and the menu is limited but good. Outside of that it's a great, very clean and well maintained"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Maddens Plains
Shellharbour
Shellharbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shellharbour South Beach and North Beach.
Wollongong CBD
While visiting Wollongong CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Crown Street Mall and Wollongong Golf Club.
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.
