Coledale Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

This is an early morning image looking north from the Wollongong lighthouse. The light was great bust the cloud weren’t playing along so it’s was time to get creative. This is a great spot to walk with your camera. There’s so much to see. From exercising locals to the great waves and even the areas of heavy industry to the south.
This is an early morning image looking north from the Wollongong lighthouse. The light was great bust the cloud weren’t playing along so it’s was time to get creative. This is a great spot to walk with your camera. There’s so much to see. From exercising locals to the great waves and even the areas of heavy industry to the south.
A natural rock formation relaxing by the shore. Extremely pretty with the moss that is hugging it ever so tightly 🌊 #patterns #beachbound
rock ledge with cool ocean views

Popular places to visit

A natural rock formation relaxing by the shore. Extremely pretty with the moss that is hugging it ever so tightly 🌊 #patterns #beachbound

Sharky Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sharky Beach during your trip to Wollongong?

Sharky Beach
Wollongong South Beach showing rugged coastline and a sandy beach

Wollongong City Beach

4.5/5(411 reviews)

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.

Wollongong City Beach
Wollongong North Beach which includes a city, a hotel and a sandy beach

North Wollongong Beach

4.5/5(316 reviews)

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.

North Wollongong Beach
Nan Tien Temple

Nan Tien Temple

4.5/5(90 reviews)

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.

Nan Tien Temple
Wollongong showing a beach, a city and boating

Wollongong Harbor

4.5/5(201 reviews)

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.

Wollongong Harbor
Crown Street Mall featuring shopping

Crown Street Mall

4/5(169 reviews)

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.

Crown Street Mall

Activities

Walk the Sea Cliff bridge

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

NZ$328
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Blowhole, Beaches & Wildlife Small Group
The perfect romantic date

Luxury Picnics in Bundeena

NZ$221
per adult
Luxury Picnics in Bundeena
Beachside Skydive Sydney-Shellharbour

Tandem Skydive Shellharbour Beach 15,000ft

NZ$498
per adult
Tandem Skydive Shellharbour Beach 15,000ft
South Coast Private Daily Group Tour - Pick up & Drop off

South Coast Private Daily Group Tour - Pick up & Drop off

NZ$1,621
per traveller
South Coast Private Daily Group Tour - Pick up & Drop off
Trike Trips at Panorama House

Panorama House Luncheon Trike Tour

NZ$447
per adult
Panorama House Luncheon Trike Tour
South Coast Private Charter

South Coast Private Charter

NZ$1,743
per adult
South Coast Private Charter
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Our pick of the best Coledale Hotel Deals

Getawayz NSW - 'Drift' - Absolute Beachfront at Coledale w/ Panoramic Views & Multiple Living Zones

Getawayz NSW - 'Drift' - Absolute Beachfront at Coledale w/ Panoramic Views & Multiple Living Zones

Coledale NSW
The price is NZ$1,431 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
NZ$1,431
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Wollongong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Coledale Beach and Wombarra Sculpture Garden ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
Drift at Coledale
We had a perfect stay at Drift. Plenty of space for the whole family. It was a beautiful location with a perfect view of the ocean. The huge outside verandah was a so good fit all the family. It was a very short 2 min stroll to the beach and just 5 mins to the excellent local cafes.

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2025

Getawayz NSW - 'Drift' - Absolute Beachfront at Coledale w/ Panoramic Views & Multiple Living Zones
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

4.5 out of 5
2-14 Cliff Road North Wollongong NSW
The price is NZ$299 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
NZ$299
28 Jan - 29 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy a beach locale, 4 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Large rooms, great location and fun bar area/pool. Staff were also terrific!

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Sage Hotel Wollongong

Sage Hotel Wollongong

4 out of 5
60/62 Harbour Street Wollongong NSW
The price is NZ$208 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
NZ$208
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Great place and location

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Sage Hotel Wollongong
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

4 out of 5
60 Market Street Wollongong NSW
The price is NZ$177 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
NZ$177
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (565 reviews)
Clean, smooth self check-in and check-out. staff very friendly and polite.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
Mantra Wollongong

Mantra Wollongong

4.5 out of 5
6-10 Gladstone Ave Wollongong NSW
The price is NZ$226 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
NZ$226
27 Jan - 28 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and on-site car hire. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,613 reviews)
Clean, spacious & quiet

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Mantra Wollongong
Lakeside Inn Illawarra

Lakeside Inn Illawarra

2.5 out of 5
140-146 Windang Rd Windang NSW
The price is NZ$164 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
NZ$164
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7/10 Good! (524 reviews)
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Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Lakeside Inn Illawarra
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Other neighbourhoods around Coledale

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Austinmer

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Austinmer. You might want to make time for a stop at Austinmer Beach or Little Austinmer Beach.

Austinmer
Approaching rain over Illawarra Escarpment

Thirroul

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

Thirroul
Sandon Point

Bulli

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

Bulli
Stanwell Park Beach is one of the popular spots for hang gliding and paragliding in Sydney. If you want to experience jumping off the cliff without getting hurt, this is your chance! #LifeAtExpedia #beach

Stanwell Park

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

Stanwell Park
Stanwell Tops lookout in New South Wales, Australia

Stanwell Tops

Travellers like the parks in Stanwell Tops, and Bald Hill Lookout is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Stanwell Tops
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Woonona

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

Woonona

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