Macquarie Pass Travel Guide
Wollongong
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Popular places to visit
Macquarie Pass National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Macquarie Pass National Park, a lovely green space in Wollongong.
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.
Top hotels in Macquarie Pass
Sage Hotel Wollongong
"All good. Been before and fine"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
"Always a fantastic stay"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Nova Kiama
"Clean room, good location"
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
The Gibraltar
"Clean and modern in a quiet location and exceptional staff"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Lakeside Inn Illawarra
"great location, great place to say, would love to revisit and stay longer just to enjoy the accommodation."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
"Enjoyed my 2 nights at Totto. Buffet breakfast was yummy. Staff were great and friendly. It’s a cute little hotel. Great location too."
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Macquarie Pass
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 Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk.
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 Stocklands Shellharbour, a few notable attractions nearby.
Lake Illawarra
While visiting Lake Illawarra, you might make a stop by sights like Warilla Beach and Berageree Island.
Warilla
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Warilla and surrounding area, you can visit Warilla Beach and North Beach.
Shellharbour
Shellharbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shellharbour South Beach and North Beach.
Minnamurra
When in Minnamurra, you can plan a visit to The Farm and Kiama Leagues Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
