University of Wollongong, Wollongong

Name: University of Wollongong
Address: Wollongong, Australia

#30 among attractions in Wollongong

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The University of Wollongong is an Australian public research university located in the coastal city of Wollongong, New South Wales, approximately 80 kilometres south of Sydney. As of 2017, the university had an enrolment of more than 32,000 students, an alumni base of more than 131,859 and over 2,400 staff members. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 34°24'19"S, 150°52'41"E

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University of Wollongong – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Wollongong Entertainment Centre, Wollongong Central, Wollongong Botanic Garden, Wollongong Head Lighthouse.

2.1 miSE
Concert hall, Sport, Sport venue
Wollongong Entertainment Centre, Wollongong
53 min walk • The Wollongong Entertainment Centre, known locally as the WIN Entertainment Centre, stands as a testament to the lively sports and events scene in the coastal city of Wollongong, Australia. This multipurpose arena, nestled in the heart of the city, is a beacon for...
1.6 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Wollongong Central, Wollongong
40 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the coastal city of Wollongong, Australia, Wollongong Central is a vibrant shopping centre that serves as a bustling hub of retail, dining, and entertainment. This expansive complex is not merely a place to shop; it's a central gathering point...
~1810 ftSW
Garden, Park, Botanical garden
Wollongong Botanic Garden, Wollongong
9 min walk • Nestled within the vibrant city of Wollongong, Australia, the Wollongong Botanic Garden is a verdant oasis that offers a serene retreat from urban life. This botanical haven is an enchanting blend of natural beauty, horticultural diversity, and educational...
2.1 miSE
Vernacular architecture, Lighthouse
Wollongong Head Lighthouse, Wollongong
55 min walk • Perched on the scenic coastline of the city of Wollongong, Australia, the Wollongong Head Lighthouse stands as a beacon of maritime history and coastal charm. This historic lighthouse, situated on Flagstaff Hill, has been guiding sailors and fishermen since its...
1.9 miSE
Vernacular architecture, Lighthouse
Wollongong Breakwater Lighthouse, Wollongong
49 min walk • The Wollongong Breakwater Lighthouse stands as a historic beacon in the coastal city of Wollongong, Australia. Erected in 1871, this classic lighthouse has been a guiding light for mariners navigating the waters of the Illawarra coastline for over a century.
1.9 miSE
Harbor
Wollongong Harbour, Wollongong
48 min walk • Nestled in the coastal city of Wollongong, Australia, the Wollongong Harbour Precinct is a historic and picturesque destination that attracts both locals and tourists alike. Known for its natural beauty and maritime heritage, the harbour is a focal point of the city's...
1.6 miSE
Historical place, Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St Michael's Cathedral, Wollongong
41 min walk • St Michael's Cathedral is a heritage-listed Anglican cathedral at Church Street, Wollongong, City of Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia. It is the principal Anglican church in the city of Wollongong and the mother-church of the Bishop of Wollongong. It was designed by Edmund Blacket and built from 1858 to 1859.
1.9 miSE
Museum
Old Wollongong Telegraph and Post Office, Wollongong
48 min walk • The Old Wollongong Telegraph and Post Office is a heritage-listed former government offices, telegraph station and post office and now local history museum at 11 Market Street, Wollongong, in the City of Wollongong local government area of New South Wales, Australia. James Barnet designed the 1882 extension and expansion.
2 miSE
Church
St Francis Xavier's Cathedral, Wollongong
50 min walk • Saint Francis Xavier Cathedral, located in Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia, is the seat of the Roman Catholic Bishop of the Diocese of Wollongong, presently the Most Reverend Brian Mascord.
1.4 miW
Hiking destination with a lookout point
Mount Keira, Wollongong
35 min walk • Mount Keira is a suburb and mountain in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, Australia. Mount Keira is a site of significant cultural heritage for the Wodi Wodi people.
1.6 miSE
Forts and castles
Smiths Hill Fort, Wollongong
40 min walk • Smiths Hill Fort was a fort at North Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia. The fort was also known as Wollongong Fort.