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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Blowhole, Beaches & Wildlife Small Group
Sydney, Shellharbour: 15,000ft Tandem Beach Skydive
Jervis Bay, Kiama & Kangaroo Valley Day Trip From Sydney-PVT
2 Hour Private Surf Lesson Experience in Wollongong
Tongarra Hotel Deals
Sage Hotel Wollongong
Great hotel one of my favourites
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2026
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Pros: Clean spacious rooms, great location. Cons: Unfriendly staff, and poor soundproofing.
Reviewed on May 5, 2026
Nova Kiama
Lovely staff
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
The Gibraltar
Comfortable accommodation and friendly staff.
Reviewed on May 3, 2026
Lakeside Inn Illawarra
Everything works fine great place to stay right infront if the lake only steps away
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
Five Islands Hotel
The room was in a quiet area, didn’t hear the shenanigans of the people in the hotel at all which was great. The bathroom was updated and clean. Unfortunately for us, the room had a strong smell of bleach which meant the fan had to be on 24/7 and the dust would stir as a result. The bed was a hard ...
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Tongarra
Albion Park
When in Albion Park, you can plan a visit to Jamberoo Action Park and Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Dapto
The coffeehouses and lake views are a few reasons travelers visit Dapto. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Port Kembla Golf Club and Stocklands Shellharbour, a few notable attractions nearby.
Minnamurra
While there might not be top attractions in Minnamurra, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Jones Beach 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 North Beach.
Lake Illawarra
While visiting Lake Illawarra, you might make a stop by sights like Warilla Beach and Berageree Island.
