Dapto
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.
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 Private Tour & Pick up & Drop off
Top hotels in Dapto
Elsinor Motor Lodge
They were very nice and the room was great
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2025
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Room was spotless, staff was very accommodating
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Sage Hotel Wollongong
Staff were very helpful and accommodating
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Lakeside Inn Illawarra
The room was spotless. The bed and pillows were very comfy. The room we were in and has been renovated. We had our dog with us and he was happily welcomed.We would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
Clean and well maintained. Enjoyed the visit.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Nova Kiama
Staff were friendly, efficient and helpful. Rooms are clean and comfortable , we throughly enjoyed our visit
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dapto
Lake Illawarra
While visiting Lake Illawarra, you might make a stop by sights like Warilla Beach and Berageree Island.
Windang
Visitors to Windang enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Perkins Beach is worth a stop.
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 Shellharbour South Beach.
Albion Park
When in Albion Park, you can plan a visit to Jamberoo Action Park and Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Shellharbour
Shellharbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shellharbour South Beach and North Beach.
