Tongarra
Wollongong
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.

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.

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.

Symbio Wildlife Park
Why not meet the animals who call Symbio Wildlife Park home during your travels in Wollongong? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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.
Things to do

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

Sydney, Shellharbour: 15,000ft Tandem Beach Skydive

Tandem Skydive Shellharbour Beach 15,000ft

Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo
Tongarra Hotel Deals

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Loved the location, right across from the beach, 3 dining options right on the beach and Pepes under the hotel, all have daily happy hours. The free bus is great if you want to go in town. The walks are beautiful. Its such a scenic pretty place.
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

Sage Hotel Wollongong
Good location however can get noisy at night with the young ones driving n riding
Reviewed on Nov 28, 2025

Harp Hotel
Nice rooms, friendly staff and great location for the Central CBD and beach. All in walking distance
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025

Nova Kiama
Very nice
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025

Mantra Wollongong
Just stayed one night,shower needed better cleaning as some mould visible, rest of apartment could not fault very spacey and clean
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025

Five Islands Hotel
Everything was great
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Tongarra

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

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 Stocklands Shellharbour.

Lake Illawarra
While visiting Lake Illawarra, you might make a stop by sights like Warilla Beach and Berageree Island.

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

Shell Cove
Travelers like the golf courses in Shell Cove, and Shellharbour South Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.


