Wollongong·New South Wales

Wollongong beach

4.867 reviews
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Stretching along the heart of this vibrant coastal city, this patrolled beach is perfect for families seeking calm waters and nearby cafes, while experienced swimmers can venture beyond the headland's dramatic rock formations. The iconic Wollongong Breakwater creates a distinctive seawall that offers stunning sunset views and safe swimming conditions. Visitors consistently praise its accessibility, excellent facilities, and the unique blend of urban convenience with natural coastal beauty.

4.8
Rating
67
Reviews
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Photos
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Good to Swim

Pollution forecast for Wollongong beach

Source: Beachwatch NSW

Conditions Right Now

2.4ft
Wave Height
1.8ft E
Swell
8.2s
Period

Wave direction: E (104°) · Updated just now

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Facilities

Safe Swimming
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Toilets
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Showers
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Parking
Free
Cafe / Kiosk
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Lifeguard Patrol
summer
Accessible
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Surf Club

Photos

Beach photo 1
Location
-34.4292, 150.9014

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What Visitors Say

4.8· 67 reviews
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Hashini Dona

3 years ago

I had the pleasure of visiting the beautiful beach of Wollongong recently, and it was an absolutely stunning experience. The beach was a perfect combination of natural beauty, wildlife, and recreation…

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Jim Varghese George

2 years ago

Stunning views, sights and scents of the sea, vibrant with life, art and culture! Brilliant place for a walk, run or for the kids to enjoy some sun, surf and wind!

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Amy Jasmondo

3 years ago

A great space to do SO many things. You can admire the harbour; take a walk; spot the pelicans; have a bite to eat; or sit and have a coffee. Also, if you have kids there is a good playground and some…

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Christine Edwards (les merables)

5 months ago

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Rex Cowan

2 years ago

Great place for a walk or a swimming at the beach it has life gards watching you at all times there is also a swimming pool at North Wollongong beach if that's more like what you prefer 😀

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