Lake Illawarra
Wollongong
Visit Lake Illawarra
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 Lake Illawarra
Sage Hotel Wollongong
"All good. Been before and fine"
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
"Always a fantastic stay"
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Nova Kiama
"Clean room, good location"
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Lakeside Inn Illawarra
"great location, great place to say, would love to revisit and stay longer just to enjoy the accommodation."
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
"Enjoyed my 2 nights at Totto. Buffet breakfast was yummy. Staff were great and friendly. It’s a cute little hotel. Great location too."
Reviewed on May 13, 2026
Five Islands Hotel
"Clean neat and tidy. Needs a better parking facility"
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lake Illawarra
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.
Windang
Visitors to Windang enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Perkins Beach is worth a stop.
Shellharbour
Shellharbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shellharbour South Beach and North Beach.
Shell Cove
Travelers like the golf courses in Shell Cove, and The Farm is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
