What to do in Wollongong

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Wollongong Attractions

If you're after things to see and do in Wollongong, plan on being busy. This thriving city knows how to entertain. Whatever your interests, you'll be inspired by the selection of tourist attractions to dive into here. Read on to discover some of the best of them.

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What to do in Wollongong

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Illawarra Museum - Find out if there are any special exhibits or tours on at this interesting museum.

Illawarra Performing Arts Centre - If you'd love to find out more about the artistic and cultural side of the area, make sure you stop by.

Wollongong Town Hall - Take in the creativity and design of this impressive example of modernistic architecture.

Breakwater Lighthouse - If you like delving into history, this is one stop you ought to visit.

Wollongong Fish Market - Well known among the locals, this site is worth exploring.

Things to Do in Wollongong with Kids

There are lots of incredible experiences in Wollongong that the whole gang will get a buzz out of. These are a few of the top family friendly experiences in the area.

 

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Popular places to visit in Wollongong

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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.

North Wollongong Beach
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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.

Wollongong City Beach
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Sea Cliff Bridge

You can learn about the history of Wollongong when you stop by Sea Cliff Bridge. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Sea Cliff Bridge
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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.

Crown Street Mall
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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.

Wollongong Harbor
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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.

Nan Tien Temple
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Bald Hill Lookout

This observation deck in the Illawarra Range of southern New South Wales is a great spot to watch hang gliders and paragliders take off.

Bald Hill Lookout

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Shellharbour

Enjoy the laid-back pace of this pretty New South Wales coastal town. Explore its varied coastline, scenic harbour, local markets and nearby native bushland reserve.

Shellharbour
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Wollongong CBD

While visiting Wollongong CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Wollongong City Beach and North Wollongong Beach.

Wollongong CBD
Thirroul, Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia

Thirroul

While visiting Thirroul, you might make a stop by sights like Thirroul Beach and McCauleys Beach.

Thirroul
Austinmer, Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia

Austinmer

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Austinmer. You might want to make time for a stop at Austinmer Beach or Sublime Point Track Trailhead.

Austinmer
Bulli, Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia

Bulli

Bulli is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Sandon Point Beach and Bulli Beach.

Bulli
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Dapto

The coffeehouses and lake views are a few reasons travelers visit Dapto. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Nan Tien Temple and Stocklands Shellharbour, a few notable attractions nearby.

Dapto
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