North Wollongong Abode Guidebook
Sightseeing
Ideal for families, North Wollongong Beach has rock pools, wading areas and good surf. There is plenty of grass, shade, and picnic booths plus a children's playground is close by in Stuart Park and shops, cafes and amenities are provided, parking is free.
North Wollongong Beach is the only beach that's patrolled all year round making it the perfect place for a barbecue with full facilities provided. It is conveniently located along the shared cycle way.
North Wollongong Beach hosts the NSW leg of the Beach Netball Festival and a round of the Ocean Six Series in annually and its the perfect spot to watch the New Year's Eve Fireworks.
North Wollongong Beach is not a dog friendly beach, however simply cross the lagoon to the north to find the off lead dog area. Dogs are permitted on the walk ways and cycle tracks.
36 locals recommend
Wollongong North Beach
Cliff RoadIdeal for families, North Wollongong Beach has rock pools, wading areas and good surf. There is plenty of grass, shade, and picnic booths plus a children's playground is close by in Stuart Park and shops, cafes and amenities are provided, parking is free.
North Wollongong Beach is the only beach that's patrolled all year round making it the perfect place for a barbecue with full facilities provided. It is conveniently located along the shared cycle way.
North Wollongong Beach hosts the NSW leg of the Beach Netball Festival and a round of the Ocean Six Series in annually and its the perfect spot to watch the New Year's Eve Fireworks.
North Wollongong Beach is not a dog friendly beach, however simply cross the lagoon to the north to find the off lead dog area. Dogs are permitted on the walk ways and cycle tracks.
The 665 metre long Sea Cliff Bridge is a highlight along the Grand Pacific Drive - A drive which takes in 140 kilometres worth of coastal scenery from the Royal National Park, Loftus down to Nowra.
176 locals recommend
Sea Cliff Bridge
Lawrence Hargrave DriveThe 665 metre long Sea Cliff Bridge is a highlight along the Grand Pacific Drive - A drive which takes in 140 kilometres worth of coastal scenery from the Royal National Park, Loftus down to Nowra.
Zoo featuring a variety of animals along with a splash park & adventure playground.
117 locals recommend
Symbio Wildlife Park
11 Lawrence Hargrave DrZoo featuring a variety of animals along with a splash park & adventure playground.
Botanic garden featuring themed areas with native & exotic plants, along with educational programs and kids playground.
67 locals recommend
Wollongong Botanic Garden
40 Murphys AveBotanic garden featuring themed areas with native & exotic plants, along with educational programs and kids playground.
Flagstaff Point light house Wollongong Head, Built in 1936 & still in use, this electric lighthouse is constructed of reinforced concrete.
7 locals recommend
Flagstaff Hill Park
Flagstaff Point light house Wollongong Head, Built in 1936 & still in use, this electric lighthouse is constructed of reinforced concrete.
Science museum with over 100 interactive exhibits & a planetarium show, plus a gift shop & cafe.
31 locals recommend
Science Space
60 Squires WayScience museum with over 100 interactive exhibits & a planetarium show, plus a gift shop & cafe.
City views attract hikers to this tree-covered peak with a summit lookout & multiple trails.
74 locals recommend
Mount Keira Lookout
Queen Elizabeth DriveCity views attract hikers to this tree-covered peak with a summit lookout & multiple trails.
Wollongong Art Gallery is one of Australia's largest regional art museums with regularly changing exhibitions and a permanent collection.
53 locals recommend
Wollongong Art Gallery
46 Burelli StWollongong Art Gallery is one of Australia's largest regional art museums with regularly changing exhibitions and a permanent collection.
Food scene
This seafood restaurant is known for it's exquisite, panoramic view of North Beach and equally impressive cuisine.
Lucia's By The Sea
16 Cliff RoadThis seafood restaurant is known for it's exquisite, panoramic view of North Beach and equally impressive cuisine.
Kneading Ruby
5 Crown LnGreat pizza , tapas and atmosphere
Light-filled venue serving Lebanese and Mediterranean classics, like platters, wraps and salads.
26 locals recommend
Samaras Restaurant Wollongong
Corrimal StreetLight-filled venue serving Lebanese and Mediterranean classics, like platters, wraps and salads.
Classic brunch bites, plus shellfish and organic meat, in a glass-walled space with harbour views.
16 locals recommend
Bombora Seafood Restaurant
2 Endeavour DrClassic brunch bites, plus shellfish and organic meat, in a glass-walled space with harbour views.
Cool chain for burgers and sliders made from carefully sourced produce, plus low-carb options.
Grill'd Wollongong
200 Crown StCool chain for burgers and sliders made from carefully sourced produce, plus low-carb options.
Harbourfront Seafood Restaurant is positioned overlooking the iconic Belmore Basin on Wollongong Harbour.
For over 30 years, we’ve had the privilege of offering our diners the finest food and wine, in a stunning location. We source some of Australia’s most beautiful food, bringing to your plate the freshest in local and sustainable seafood and produce.
Open for lunch and dinner seven days a week, dine with us on the harbour and experience it for yourself.
36 locals recommend
Harbourfront
2 Endeavour DrHarbourfront Seafood Restaurant is positioned overlooking the iconic Belmore Basin on Wollongong Harbour.
For over 30 years, we’ve had the privilege of offering our diners the finest food and wine, in a stunning location. We source some of Australia’s most beautiful food, bringing to your plate the freshest in local and sustainable seafood and produce.
Open for lunch and dinner seven days a week, dine with us on the harbour and experience it for yourself.
Classic & modern Mexican meals pair with creative margaritas in a buzzy hangout with colourful decor.
17 locals recommend
Amigos Mexican Restaurant
116 Keira StClassic & modern Mexican meals pair with creative margaritas in a buzzy hangout with colourful decor.
This seafood restaurant is known for it's exquisite, panoramic view of North Beach and equally impressive cuisine.
Lucia's By The Sea
16 Cliff RoadThis seafood restaurant is known for it's exquisite, panoramic view of North Beach and equally impressive cuisine.