Barrack Heights
Wollongong
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Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Blowhole, Beaches & Wildlife Small Group

From Sydney: Day Tour to Jervis Bay with Beaches and Koalas

Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo

South Coast Private Tour & Royal National Park Inc

Jervis Bay Full Day Tour Dolphin Cruise and Kiama Blowhole
Top hotels in Barrack Heights

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Generally, room service, well done!
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Sage Hotel Wollongong
Clean and spacious room, great view, friendly staff, convenient on-site restaurant & bar with an extensive menu and daily Happy Hour(s).
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

Nova Kiama
Pleasant staff member at the front desk. Room very pleasant with a comfortable bed. Cute coffee van in the foyer. Pub next door had great food.
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

Lakeside Inn Illawarra
The staff were excellent. The room had some issues needing to be attended to. However this property was a good location for our stay and the restaurant ended up bonus for our convenience.
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
Central location. Walk to bars and restuarants. Good breakfast.
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

Five Islands Hotel
Nice room
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barrack Heights

Warilla
While Warilla might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Warilla Beach and North Beach.

Lake Illawarra
While visiting Lake Illawarra, you might make a stop by sights like Warilla Beach and Berageree Island.

Shellharbour
Shellharbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shellharbour South Beach and North Beach.

Windang
Visitors to Windang enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Perkins Beach is worth a stop.

Shell Cove
Travelers like the golf courses in Shell Cove, and The Farm is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Minnamurra
While there might not be top attractions in Minnamurra, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cathedral Rocks and The Farm.

