Helensburgh
Wollongong
Visit Helensburgh
Popular places to visit
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.
Garawarra State Conservation Area
Explore the great outdoors at Garawarra State Conservation Area, a lovely green space in Wollongong. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.
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.
Sea Cliff Bridge
You can learn about the history of Wollongong with a trip to Sea Cliff Bridge. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Blowhole, Beaches & Wildlife Small Group
Jervis Bay Highlights Tour – Small Group Experience Scenic Coast
South Coast Private Tour & with pick up & drop off
All Inclusive Jervis Bay Day Tour Dolphin Cruise, Lunch &Blowhole
Jervis Bay Private Tour & Pick up & Drop off
Erupting Blowholes and Ancient Rainforests SOUTH COAST OF SYDNEY PRIVATE TOUR
Top hotels in Helensburgh
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
Very basic hotel. Nothing fancy at all. Clean though.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG
Even with a late arrival time the staff were brilliant
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Moxy Sydney Airport
Everything about this hotel is fabulous and, trust me when I say that I’ve very rarely said that about anywhere! The staff could not be more helpful or lovely if they tried. Whoever trains them should be rewarded. We have been travelling for over 6 weeks and have stayed in some great places but this ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Novotel Sydney International Airport Hotel
I didn’t have breakfast but the takeaway coffee was excellent
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
ibis budget Sydney Airport
Location is good. However, you must be able to walk, get a taxi or shuttle bus. 15 minute walk. Close to KFC & mACCAS. Bed is delightful and slept well. FREE WIFI was GREAT.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Stamford Plaza Sydney Airport Hotel & Conference Centre
Didnt go there
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Helensburgh
Otford
Travellers like the parks in Otford, and Royal National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Stanwell Tops
Travellers like the parks in Stanwell Tops, and Bald Hill Lookout is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Stanwell Park
While visiting Stanwell Park, you might make a stop by sights like Stanwell Park Beach and Royal National Park.
Coledale
While visiting Coledale, you might make a stop by sights like Coledale Beach and Sharky Beach.
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.
Thirroul
If you're spending some time in Thirroul, Thirroul Beach and McCauleys Beach are top sights worth seeing.
