Darkes Forest
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.
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.
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.
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 meet the animals who call Symbio Wildlife Park home during your travels in Wollongong? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
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.
Things to do
Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo
Erupting Blowholes and Ancient Rainforests SOUTH COAST OF SYDNEY PRIVATE TOUR
Top hotels in Darkes Forest
![Five Islands Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/72000000/71992400/71992321/57e355f4_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 11, 2024
![Sage Hotel Wollongong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3880000/3872800/3872770/2d06e064_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2024
![Mercure Sydney Liverpool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3140000/3135400/3135350/724ff05f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 10, 2024
![Novotel Wollongong Northbeach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13400/13368/c7d1c5b8_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2024
![Hotel TOTTO](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1540000/1533600/1533514/1835effb_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024
![Rydges Cronulla Beachside](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/43700/43677/38ad8a1d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 9, 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Darkes Forest
![Wollongong featuring rugged coastline](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/194000/194207-Illawarra-Region.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Stanwell Tops
Travelers like the parks in Stanwell Tops, and Bald Hill Lookout is a top attraction you might want to visit.
![Stanwell Park Beach is one of the popular spots for hang gliding and paragliding in Sydney. If you want to experience jumping off the cliff without getting hurt, this is your chance!
#LifeAtExpedia #beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/50a3efd8fcf852086331d14ec01c0e5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Stanwell Park
While Stanwell Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bald Hill Lookout and Stanwell Park Beach.
![A natural rock formation relaxing by the shore. Extremely pretty with the moss that is hugging it ever so tightly 🌊 #patterns #beachbound](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/bf9c899fcfe3b94f88ac2cbb23de40b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Coledale
While visiting Coledale, you might make a stop by sights like Coledale Beach and Sharky Beach.
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Austinmer
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Austinmer. You might want to make time for a stop at Austinmer Beach or Sharky Beach.
![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/4f9746c1f7b419623047ca5b06c01762.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Thirroul
While visiting Thirroul, you might make a stop by sights like Thirroul Beach and McCauleys Beach.
![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/6aabfa15c23c7ce26c29cbbfb1ca31f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Bulli
Bulli is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bulli Beach and Sandon Point Beach.