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.

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

South Coast Private Tour & Royal National Park Inc

Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo

Jervis Bay Private Tour & Pick up & Drop off

South Coast Private Daily Group Tour - Pick up & Drop off
Top hotels in Helensburgh

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
Clean quiet room and excellent staff!
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

ibis budget Sydney Airport
Yes the room was extremely clean but the best of all were the incredibly comfortable beds....just divine!!! The room was kind of cramped but we lacked for nothing...everything we needed was packed into tidy, efficient places. The hotel was very quiet and soundproof (especially from the jet activity ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Stamford Plaza Sydney Airport Hotel & Conference Centre
Room was nice but a bit dated. My main complaint only Australian power plugs, these days hotel room tends to have different plugs. Helpful staff ! Good location near domestic terminal.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Nice clean room, great view, lovely staff, comfy beds and good breakfast
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG
Perfect for short stays near the airport
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Quest Mascot Serviced Apartments
Extra bed was also comfortable in addition to the studio
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Helensburgh

Stanwell Tops
Travellers like the parks in Stanwell Tops, and Bald Hill Lookout is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Stanwell Park
While visiting Stanwell Park, you might make a stop by sights like Stanwell Park Beach and Royal National Park.

Wombarra
Travellers like the monuments in Wombarra, and Wombarra Sculpture Garden is a top attraction you might want to visit.

