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 Thirroul

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Large rooms, great location and fun bar area/pool. Staff were also terrific!
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

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

Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
Clean, smooth self check-in and check-out. staff very friendly and polite.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Mantra Wollongong
Clean, spacious & quiet
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Lakeside Inn Illawarra
Convenient clean and comfortable accommodation at a reasonable price nearby to a location I was attending a sporting event.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Maclin Lodge Motel
Courteous reception, clean and well appointed rooms. Very quiet. Easy access to restaurants and the RSL.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Thirroul

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

Woonona
Woonona is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bulli Beach and Woonona Beach.

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

Corrimal
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Corrimal and surrounding area, you can visit Woonona Beach and Bellambi Beach.

Towradgi
Beaches and restaurants are notable features of Towradgi. You might consider stopping by Towradgi Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.



