Calderwood
Wollongong
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.

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 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, Shellharbour: 15,000ft Tandem Beach Skydive

Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo

South Coast Private Tour with Wild Kangaroo -pick up&drop off
Top hotels in Calderwood

Sage Hotel Wollongong
"Staff were so helpful on arrival. Given the sea view we requested and started the day with a choice breakfast buffet, thank you"
Reviewed on May 24, 2026

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
"Prior advice regarding hight limitations in parking and alternatives would have made stay better"
Reviewed on May 24, 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

The Gibraltar
"Lovely property. Enjoyed our girls wkd here."
Reviewed on May 24, 2026

Lakeside Inn Illawarra
"all great"
Reviewed on May 19, 2026

Five Islands Hotel
"Clean neat and tidy. Needs a better parking facility"
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Calderwood

Albion Park
When in Albion Park, you can plan a visit to Jamberoo Action Park and Links Shell Cove Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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 Stocklands Shellharbour, a few notable attractions nearby.

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

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 Links Shell Cove Golf Course.

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.

