Kiama Downs Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kiama Downs
Popular places to visit
Cathedral Rocks
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cathedral Rocks during your travels in Wollongong. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Jones Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Jones Beach during your trip to Wollongong? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
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.
Activities
Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Blowhole, Beaches & Wildlife Small Group
Private Coast & Kangaroo Valley Wildlife Escape Tour From Sydney
Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo
Erupting Blowholes and Ancient Rainforests SOUTH COAST OF SYDNEY PRIVATE TOUR
Our pick of the best Kiama Downs Hotel Deals
Beachfront House with direct access to the Beach. Just bring your beach towel!
The view is spectacular and there was an IGA and coffee shop in walking distance. However, in our opinion, having stayed in many properties, the high-season price of over 1,300/night isn't aligned with the standard of this property, even for the view. Although the owner has made an effort to make ...
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Isthmus on North Kiama Drive - On the beach, swimming pool, quiet location, close to the river
Great location across from the beach with large areas for family gatherings - we had 10 staying in total
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
The staff was great. Hotel is in the perfect locations. There were kids Christmas activities which was amazing. The downside is the parking. Too narrow and too low in height. The car was scratched even while opening the boot which managed to hit the low roof.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Sage Hotel Wollongong
Front desk staff went above and beyond with service. Rooms were clean and spacious, great choices for breakfast and good location. Loved the still and sparkling water on tap in the reception area.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Harp Hotel
Good facilities alround.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Mantra Wollongong
They don’t move the blinds to clean so there was dead bugs by the windows and under the bed was very dirty. Needs a Reno and a good clean! Spacious though and good if you have a dog.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kiama Downs
Minnamurra
When in Minnamurra, you can plan a visit to Jones Beach and Cathedral Rocks, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Shell Cove
Travellers like the golf courses in Shell Cove, and The Farm is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Shellharbour
Shellharbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shellharbour South Beach and North Beach.
Warilla
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Warilla and surrounding area, you can visit Warilla Beach and North Beach.
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.
