Austinmer Travel Guide
Tourist Guide


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 see the exotic and native animals who call Symbio Wildlife Park home during your travels in Wollongong? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Activities

Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Blowhole, Beaches & Wildlife Small Group

Jervis Bay Private Tour & Pick up & Drop off

South Coast Private Tour with Wild Kangaroo -pick up&drop off

Sydney South Beaches Cycling Tour Self Guided
Our pick of the best Austinmer Hotel Deals

The Whitehouse Austinmer

The Perfect Beach Getaway - Wi-Fi
"We were delighted with our Austinmer escape, the spacious townhouse was very comfortable, thoughtfully fitted out and just 2 minutes to the pool and pretty beach. Lots of local restaurants made our 4 nights perfect and our little dog was happy watching the passing traffic from the front ..."
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Sage Hotel Wollongong
"All good. Been before and fine"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
"Always a fantastic stay"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Lakeside Inn Illawarra
"great location, great place to say, would love to revisit and stay longer just to enjoy the accommodation."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Maclin Lodge Motel
"Parking easy, easy to find. Staff very friendly and very helpful."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Austinmer

Thirroul
If you're spending some time in Thirroul, Thirroul Beach and McCauleys Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Coledale
While visiting Coledale, you might make a stop by sights like Coledale Beach and Sharky Beach.

Bulli
Bulli is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bulli Beach and Sandon Point Beach.

Woonona
Woonona is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bulli Beach and Woonona Beach.

Corrimal
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Corrimal and surrounding area, you can visit Bellambi Beach and Woonona Beach.

Stanwell Park
While visiting Stanwell Park, you might make a stop by sights like Stanwell Park Beach and Royal National Park.


