Bellambi 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.
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.
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.
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
2 Hour Private Surf Lesson Experience in Wollongong
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 Bellambi
Sage Hotel Wollongong
"Stayed for 2 nights. Friendly, quick and easy check in. Hotel is in a great location - easy walking distance to the beach and also into the city center. Room was a good size, well appointed and clean. Would definitely stay again."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
"We stayed here as a family of four for 2 nights. The location is absolutely fantastic—right across the road from the beach! The rooms were surprisingly spacious and very clean, which we appreciated. However, the hotel itself is quite old and run down. For instance, the rooms are still using old TV ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Lakeside Inn Illawarra
"There was no one available for our check in at 1330. We had to wait. There was no cleaning equipment in the room so we couldn't do any basic house work. There was no where to walk in the park as there were restricted signs around all the accommodation some of which appeared to be permanent. The smart ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Five Islands Hotel
"Good and clean"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
"The door did not shut properly"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Harp Hotel
"Wasn't told about possible noise from disco, karaoke, and nightclub until just before arriving."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bellambi
Woonona
Woonona is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bulli Beach and Bellambi Beach.
Bulli
Bulli is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bulli Beach and Grevillea Park.
North Wollongong
North Wollongong is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by North Wollongong Beach and Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium while in the area.
Thirroul
If you're spending some time in Thirroul, Thirroul Beach and McCauleys Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Wollongong CBD
While visiting Wollongong CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Crown Street Mall and Wollongong Golf Club.
