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Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for sightseeing. The beaches create an appealing natural setting, and you can enjoy attractions like the waterfront.

These dorm-style accommodations come in many forms, but all of them have a few things in common, including budget prices, a social atmosphere and shared rooms (though many have private options too).

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Wollongong is 1087 mm.

Depending on what interests you, you might enjoy the area around Wollongong. Get out into nature with places such as Wollongong City Beach, North Wollongong Beach and Stuart Park. Cultural attractions include Illawarra Performing Arts Centre, Illawarra Museum and Historical Aircraft Restoration Society Museum. Visit landmarks such as Flagstaff Hill Fort.

Keep this information about transit options in Wollongong in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Shellharbour, NSW (WOL), located 11.2 mi (18 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Sydney Airport (SYD), situated 37.1 mi (59.7 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you might want to use public transport to get around. To see more of the area, hop on a train at Wollongong Station, North Wollongong Station or Fairy Meadow Station.