Berkeley
Wollongong
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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
Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Blowhole, Beaches & Wildlife Small Group
From Sydney: Day Tour to Jervis Bay with Beaches and Koalas
Sydney, Shellharbour: 15,000ft Tandem Beach Skydive
Jervis Bay, Kiama & Kangaroo Valley Day Trip From Sydney-PVT
Top hotels in Berkeley
Sage Hotel Wollongong
"Stayed for 2 nights. Friendly, quick and easy check in. Hotel is in a great location - easy walking distance to the beach and also into the city center. Room was a good size, well appointed and clean. Would definitely stay again."
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
Nova Kiama
"Great location to walk around Kiama, lively and lovely staff. Great coffee shop/VW in the lobby. Will return."
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
"We stayed here as a family of four for 2 nights. The location is absolutely fantastic—right across the road from the beach! The rooms were surprisingly spacious and very clean, which we appreciated. However, the hotel itself is quite old and run down. For instance, the rooms are still using old TV ..."
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Lakeside Inn Illawarra
"There was no one available for our check in at 1330. We had to wait. There was no cleaning equipment in the room so we couldn't do any basic house work. There was no where to walk in the park as there were restricted signs around all the accommodation some of which appeared to be permanent. The smart ..."
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Five Islands Hotel
"Good and clean"
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
"The door did not shut properly"
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Berkeley
Port Kembla
You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Port Kembla. You might want to make time for a stop at Wollongong City Beach or Australia's Industry World.
Dapto
The coffeehouses and lake views are a few reasons travelers visit Dapto. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Port Kembla Golf Club and The Australian Motorlife Museum, a few notable attractions nearby.
Figtree
Shopping and restaurants are some things travelers note about Figtree. Check out Mount Keira or Wollongong Botanic Garden while you're familiarizing yourself with the larger area.
Windang
Visitors to Windang enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Perkins Beach is worth a stop.
Lake Illawarra
While visiting Lake Illawarra, you might make a stop by sights like Warilla Beach and Berageree Island.
Wollongong CBD
While visiting Wollongong CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Crown Street Mall and Wollongong Golf Club.
