Tongarra 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 Tongarra

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
"Prior advice regarding hight limitations in parking and alternatives would have made stay better"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026

Nova Kiama
"Great location to walk around Kiama, lively and lovely staff. Great coffee shop/VW in the lobby. Will return."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026

The Gibraltar
"Lovely property. Enjoyed our girls wkd here."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026

Lakeside Inn Illawarra
"all great"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Five Islands Hotel
"Clean neat and tidy. Needs a better parking facility"
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tongarra

Albion Park
While Albion Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Jamberoo Action Park and Links Shell Cove Golf Course.

Dapto
The coffee shops and lake views are a few reasons travellers visit Dapto. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Port Kembla Golf Club and The Australian Motorlife Museum, a few notable attractions nearby.

Minnamurra
When in Minnamurra, you can plan a visit to The Farm and Kiama Leagues Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Kiama Downs
If you're spending some time in Kiama Downs, Jones Beach and Cathedral Rocks are top sights worth seeing.

Warilla
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Warilla and surrounding area, you can visit Warilla Beach and Links Shell Cove Golf Course.

Lake Illawarra
While visiting Lake Illawarra, you might make a stop by sights like Warilla Beach and Berageree Island.
