Title: Visit Helensburgh: Best of Helensburgh, Wollongong Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Helensburgh](https://expedia.ca/Helensburgh-Wollongong-Hotels.0-n6353909-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Wollongong](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Wollongong.d10427.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Wollongong](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Wollongong.d10427.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Helensburgh Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Helensburgh.d6353909.Car-Rental-Guide)[Helensburgh Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Helensburgh.d6353909.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Helensburgh ## Wollongong ![Best way to spend NYE. And about an hour and half away from Sydney 🙏](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353909/7afbc8ee-eb56-4e20-8cc6-2d8ab3df0764.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Best way to spend NYE. And about an hour and half away from Sydney 🙏](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353909/7afbc8ee-eb56-4e20-8cc6-2d8ab3df0764.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![NYE: Reaching the waterfall requires going off the track and absailing down a small cliff. Probably the best place Ive seen in NSW so far ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353909/b0e69ff5-cb6a-456c-9676-9bfb00d99eb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Helensburgh station was closed in 1915 & is an integral part of Sydney's rail history. It's abb awesome area to explore and perhaps see some glow worms!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353909/0c0288cb-d8d1-4f48-a88b-63098d021105.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Abandoned in the early 1900's this old train station and tunnel was only rediscovered in 1995. #ontheroad #history](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353909/0bc0d3ba-f75b-4ef1-9544-20c0bde89505.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Helensburgh Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Wollongong travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Wollongong.dx10427) --- ### Popular places to visit ![@destinationnsw @visitnsw @karunurak Meet Milli, The most adorable wombat ever ! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353909/5e309ec6-f012-4af4-9aae-ed1738044273.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Symbio-Wildlife-Park-Helensburgh.d553248621526966411.Vacation-Attraction) ![Peaceful easy to get too, different locations 3 falls ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6346652/4f61aaa0-0db7-4cf8-83bc-9740956d6154.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Garawarra-State-Conservation-Area-Wollongong.d624513034126340096.Vacation-Attraction) ![Wollongong South Beach featuring a sandy beach and rugged coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087033/dbcb4c27-9878-45c0-b25f-a6ca5c062530.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wollongong City Beach 4.5/5(3 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Wollongong-City-Beach-Port-Kembla.d6087033.Vacation-Attraction) ![Wollongong North Beach which includes a sandy beach, a city and a hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087035/e5393363-0e4a-45f7-89b5-0d1f553654ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### North Wollongong Beach 5/5(1 review) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/North-Wollongong-Beach-New-South-Wales.d6087035.Vacation-Attraction) ![Nan Tien Temple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087025/8c602a77-bbe0-41e9-afd3-f481b10e3c19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Nan-Tien-Temple-Berkeley.d6087025.Vacation-Attraction) ![Crown Street Mall which includes shopping](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6215968/f4d182be-c083-43cf-948c-53679a02d683.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Crown-Street-Mall-Wollongong-CBD.d6215968.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![South Coast Private Tour & Royal National Park Inc](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49820733/5089d1cc-eec5-460f-bdcc-336fc330547f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### South Coast Private Tour & Royal National Park Inc CA $357 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/south-coast-private-tour-royal-national-park-inc.a49820733.activity-details) ![Walking to Marley Beach ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46713247/fd082009-1648-43d3-b20b-b49b46b4c1e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo CA $419 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sydney-private-tour-inc-the-royal-national-park-and-symbio-zoo.a46713247.activity-details) ![Trike Trips at Panorama House](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/923162/05fa881a-6249-4c35-be9a-077405497a10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Panorama House Luncheon Trike Tour CA $397 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/panorama-house-luncheon-trike-tour.a923162.activity-details) ![South Coast Private Daily Group Tour - Pick up & Drop off](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49764072/28dec4fb-ae67-4547-851b-59a298870ac1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### South Coast Private Daily Group Tour - Pick up & Drop off CA $1,349 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/south-coast-private-daily-group-tour-pick-up-drop-off.a49764072.activity-details) ![Get a real insight into this spectacular coastline](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3467536/013dbaae-69c2-4c15-952d-6bb5175f865c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Erupting Blowholes and Ancient Rainforests SOUTH COAST OF SYDNEY PRIVATE TOUR CA $1,045 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/erupting-blowholes-and-ancient-rainforests-south-coast-of-sydney-private-tour.a3467536.activity-details) ![Bald Hill Look out](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50805350/a47a184d-1570-4011-b03b-00ea46b05458.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sydney: Private South Coast, Highlands and Kiama Tour CA $1,257 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sydney-private-south-coast.a50805350.activity-details) [See all activities in Wollongong](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Wollongong.d10427.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Helensburgh Hotel Deals ![Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5940000/5932400/5932305/dd75ee82_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel 8 Arrival Court Mascot NSW Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $233 CA $257 total Mar 16 - Mar 17 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (3,070 reviews) Excellent location. Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F03%2F2026&endDate=17%2F03%2F2026&selected=5932305&PinnedHotelID=5932305&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6353909) ![ibis budget Sydney Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8720000/8710100/8710043/c9f0fc70_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ibis budget Sydney Airport 5 Ross Smith Avenue Mascot NSW CA $110 CA $121 total Apr 1 - Apr 2 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ... 7.4/10 Good! (2,401 reviews) The accommodation was barely maintained. Marks all over the walls, tiles in bathroom discoloured (need to be scrubbed) which made me feel uncomfortable walking on the carpet barefoot. 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(1,631 reviews) Poor Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=38420088&PinnedHotelID=38420088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6353909) ![Novotel Wollongong Northbeach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13400/13368/d01b416b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Novotel Wollongong Northbeach 2-14 Cliff Road North Wollongong NSW CA $207 CA $228 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 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 ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews) Yes and yes. 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(1,264 reviews) Clean and good ambience Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=95110734&PinnedHotelID=95110734&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6353909) ![Riverwood Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111390000/111388400/111388302/88f0ac91_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Riverwood Hotel 26 Josephine St Riverwood NSW CA $88 CA $97 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Bankstown Sports Club and Crest Sporting Complex are located ... 8/10 Very Good! (171 reviews) The room was very clean, with efficient air conditioning and helpful staff. Suitable for short stays. Convenient access to the train station, though it’s approximately 50 minutes from Central. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Wollongong-Stanwell-Tops.dx6346652) ![Stanwell Park Beach is one of the popular spots for hang gliding and paragliding in Sydney. If you want to experience jumping off the cliff without getting hurt, this is your chance! #LifeAtExpedia #beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000401239/61f5ab41-643f-4d67-bb0e-bec87f47d666.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Stanwell Park While visiting Stanwell Park, you might make a stop by sights like Stanwell Park Beach and Royal National Park. [](https://expedia.ca/Wollongong-Stanwell-Park.dx3000401239) ![This is an early morning image looking north from the Wollongong lighthouse. The light was great bust the cloud weren’t playing along so it’s was time to get creative. This is a great spot to walk with your camera. There’s so much to see. From exercising locals to the great waves and even the areas of heavy industry to the south.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10427/9c34f0a5-52d6-4556-816e-c7e04cc3fbe4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Coledale While visiting Coledale, you might make a stop by sights like Coledale Beach and Sharky Beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Wollongong-Coledale.dx553248634380775354) ![Shutterstock](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000358770/38a269a9-35f9-4ffb-aa70-755f757e8237.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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