Woonona 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.
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.
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.
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
South Coast Private Tour with Wild Kangaroo -pick up&drop off
2 Hour Private Surf Lesson Experience in Wollongong
From Sydney: Tandem Skydive Experience over Wollongong Beach
Top hotels in Woonona
Tiny Nest - An Eco-Coastal Tiny with a touch of lux.
Danielle was a wonderful and extremely supportive host as the accommodations were clean, organized, and fastidious. Sleeping in the loft of the Tiny was an adventure, just go slow. I would certainly schedule again if I was solo and being right next to the state park was nice and quiet.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Good family destination Across from the beach Great service
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Sage Hotel Wollongong
Clean, comfortable room, friendly staff. Convenient location not far from Win Stadium, Jasmine Rice Thai Restaurant, and the Entertainment Centre. Also super handy if you’re doing the Wollongong Marathon. Would come back
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Five Islands Hotel
Nice clean place to stay. A bit far from restaurants
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Lakeside Inn Illawarra
Place was small tidy enough but aged and worn. We didn’t get the lakeside cabin I booked. But for a low budget quick option it was okay.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
The room was very warm when I entered. Four cockroaches walked on the table at different times. Air conditioning unit was being set at 25c although I have adjusted it to a lower temperature and it is nosy. The remote control does not work all the time. I need to use the cloth hanger to turn off the ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Woonona
Bulli
Bulli is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bulli Beach and Sandon Point Beach.
Thirroul
If you're spending some time in Thirroul, Thirroul Beach and McCauleys Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Corrimal
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Corrimal and surrounding area, you can visit Bellambi Beach and Woonona 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.
North Wollongong
North Wollongong is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Stuart Park and North Wollongong Beach while in the area.
Coledale
While visiting Coledale, you might make a stop by sights like Coledale Beach and Sharky Beach.
