Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

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.
Top hotels in Otford

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
We loved the pool and being close to the beach. We had an ocean view room but would have loved a balcony room.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

The Brighton Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection
Yes the breakfast buffet was excellent
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Sage Hotel Wollongong
Great place and location
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Hunts Hotel Liverpool
We stayed here for 2 nights during our trip to Sydney. The check in was smooth & the room was pretty spacious equipped with a large fridge & microwave. The place is close to all amenities & about half hour drive to the city. Dont think there are any elevators which was not an issue for us but could ...
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Riverwood Hotel - Adults Only
Room was nice, for the price, seemingly renovated recently. Shared bathrooms were modern and clean. A hook closer to the shower would be more convenient. Staff were all lovely. The only issue with the room is that the hallway is connected to the pokies, and many patrons were smoking inside. It left ...
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Rydges Campbelltown
Went above and beyond. Beautiful room.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Otford

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.

Helensburgh
You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in Helensburgh. You might want to make time for a stop at Symbio Wildlife Park or Royal National Park.

Coledale
While visiting Coledale, you might make a stop by sights like Coledale Beach and Sharky 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.

Thirroul
If you're spending some time in Thirroul, Thirroul Beach and McCauleys Beach are top sights worth seeing.


