Shell Cove

Wollongong

Photo by Lauren Abela
Photo by Lauren Abela
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Photo by Kristy K

Popular places to visit

The Farm

The Farm

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at The Farm during your trip to Wollongong?

The Farm
Wollongong South Beach which includes rocky coastline and a sandy beach

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 City Beach
Wollongong North Beach which includes a hotel, a city and a sandy beach

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.

North Wollongong Beach
Nan Tien Temple

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.

Nan Tien Temple
Symbio Wildlife Park

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.

Symbio Wildlife Park
Wollongong featuring a beach, boating and a city

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.

Wollongong Harbor

Things to do

Sydney, Shellharbour: Skydive with Beachside Landing

Sydney, Shellharbour: 15,000ft Tandem Beach Skydive

P14,542
per adult
Sydney, Shellharbour: 15,000ft Tandem Beach Skydive
Wombat and Kangaroo Wildlife Tour from Sydney

Wombat and Kangaroo Wildlife Tour from Sydney

P7,909
per adult
Wombat and Kangaroo Wildlife Tour from Sydney
Symbio wildlife park

Wildlife, Wine & Waves – Epic South Coast Adventure from Sydney

P28,195
per adult
Wildlife, Wine & Waves – Epic South Coast Adventure from Sydney
Erupting Blowholes and Ancient Rainforests with 'Personalised Sydney Tours'

Erupting Blowholes and Ancient Rainforests SOUTH COAST OF SYDNEY PRIVATE TOUR

P43,698
per adult
Erupting Blowholes and Ancient Rainforests SOUTH COAST OF SYDNEY PRIVATE TOUR
Panoramic Clifftop Views

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

P10,278
per adult
Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Blowhole, Beaches & Farmlands Small Group
Hang gliding with HangglideOz

Hang gliding with HangglideOz

P14,542
per adult
Hang gliding with HangglideOz
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Top hotels in Shell Cove

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
4.5 out of 5
2-14 Cliff Road, North Wollongong, NSW
The price is P7,393 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
P7,393
P8,132 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy a beach locale, 4 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"We had a great stay, the staff were lovely and the beds super comfy."

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Sage Hotel Wollongong
Sage Hotel Wollongong
4 out of 5
60/62 Harbour Street, Wollongong, NSW
The price is P12,578 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
P12,578
P13,836 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"All good as per above"

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Sage Hotel Wollongong
Nova Kiama
Nova Kiama
3.5 out of 5
31 Bong Bong St, Kiama, NSW
The price is P5,013 per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
P5,013
P5,514 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Kiama. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (591 reviews)
"This is my second stay at Nova, and it won’t be the last. The room was lovely, the lobby is delightful, and I enjoyed the fitness room and safe parking . Kiama is charming and scenic, and the Nova is perfectly located for a visit. Most of all the staff is warm and welcoming and helpful! I highly ..."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Nova Kiama
Mantra Wollongong
Mantra Wollongong
4.5 out of 5
6-10 Gladstone Ave, Wollongong, NSW
The price is P5,648 per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
P5,648
P6,212 total
Jul 17 - Jul 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and onsite car rentals. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,553 reviews)
"The reception staff was excellent. In premises car parking was available for an additional charge of extra $15. The room was clean however 0100 when i went to toilet there were two large cockroaches running around."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

Mantra Wollongong
Five Islands Hotel
Five Islands Hotel
3 out of 5
87-93 Five Islands Rd, Cringila, NSW
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free parking, 2 bars/lounges, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (250 reviews)
"property was very clean ,shower was good ,bed wasn't to bad a little hard, overall owe stay was good."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

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Five Islands Hotel
Harp Hotel
Harp Hotel
2.5 out of 5
124 Corrimal Street, Wollongong, NSW
The price is P4,555 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
P4,555
P5,011 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Wollongong. Enjoy free parking, a nightclub, and conference space. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (407 reviews)
"The music downstairs was a bit of a bother as you could feel the beat and"

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Harp Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Shell Cove

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Shellharbour

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

Shellharbour
Just past Cathedral Rocks, on the awesome walk from Minnamurra to Kiama, there is a little detour from the walk along a rocky beach.

Kiama Downs

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

Kiama Downs
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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 Shellharbour South Beach.

Warilla
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Windang

Visitors to Windang enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Perkins Beach is worth a stop.

Windang
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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.

Albion Park
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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 Nan Tien Temple and Port Kembla Golf Club, a few notable attractions nearby.

Dapto

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