Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.
Shell Cove Hotel Deals

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
The service! We missed housekeeping
Reviewed on 2026/1/1

Sage Hotel Wollongong
Staff were very friendly, good location, comfy beds
Reviewed on 2026/1/3

Nova Kiama
Great as per previous stats. Great location and friendly, helpful staff. Look forward to staying again for a beach break.
Reviewed on 2026/1/2

Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
My room was particularly serene despite being close to CBD. Staff were also helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 2026/1/5

Lakeside Inn Illawarra
Clean room, comfortable stay. Nice location
Reviewed on 2026/1/5

Harp Hotel
Enjoyed our stay at the hotel.
Reviewed on 2026/1/4
Other neighborhoods around Shell Cove

Shellharbour
Shellharbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shellharbour South Beach and North Beach.

Minnamurra
While there might not be top attractions in Minnamurra, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Jones Beach and Cathedral Rocks.

Kiama Downs
While visiting Kiama Downs, you might make a stop by sights like Jones Beach and Cathedral Rocks.

Warilla
While Warilla might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like 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.



