Coniston
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.
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 Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo
South Coast Private Tour & Royal National Park Inc
Top hotels in Coniston
Coniston Hotel Wollongong
The Coniston Hotel is good value for what it provides and is close to Wollongong. Room was clean; bed comfy. Just be aware they are currently undergoing renovation to the downstairs pub during the week so you may experience noise after 7am. We would stay again.
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Sage Hotel Wollongong
Good twin room. Clean and spacious. Window view of beach and golf course. Lucked out with car park space outside the hotel for free. Hotel does its own for $25 or in the WIN Stadium car park. You can also park on the side streets before and after 7 for free.
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
I found it very expensive for what it was. Contacting the site was difficult and not even a bottle of fresh water to drink on arrival.
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
Everything was amazing
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026
Five Islands Hotel
Clean, cheap room and shared bathrooms. But sound insulation was a bit lacking.
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
Nova Kiama
A lovely stay at Nova Kiama. It was convenient, quiet and clean.
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Coniston
Wollongong CBD
While visiting Wollongong CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Crown Street Mall and Wollongong Golf Club.
North Wollongong
North Wollongong is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Stuart Park and North Wollongong Beach while you're in town.
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 Breakwater Battery.
Towradgi
Beaches and restaurants are notable features of Towradgi. You might consider a stop by Towradgi Beach while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Corrimal
While there might not be top attractions in Corrimal, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bellambi Beach and Woonona Beach.
Windang
Visitors to Windang enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Perkins Beach is worth a stop.
