Sydney abounds in white sandy beaches, including world-famous attractions such as Bondi Beach. At the most popular beaches, you'll find beachside cafés, restaurants and bars, or pack a hamper for a picnic on a beach.
Sydney abounds in white sandy beaches, including world-famous attractions such as Bondi Beach. For a tranquil stretch of sand inside Sydney Harbour, try Balmoral on the northern side or Redleaf on the eastern side. At the most popular beaches, you'll find beachside cafés, restaurants and bars, or pack a hamper for a picnic on a beach.
North of the city center is Manly and Freshwater, both on the National Surfing Reserves list. Ride on a ferry from Circular Quay across one of the world's greatest natural harbours to Manly. The journey is 30 minutes.
Nearby are Tamarama, Bronte and Clovelly. The Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk has spectacular views and is a great way to explore the area. The headlands are excellent for watching the annual whale migration.
In Manly, visit Manly SEA LIFE Sanctuary for one of the best aquarium experiences including diving with sharks. Other highlights along the north coast include Dee Why, Mona Vale and Palm Beach, which features as Summer Bay in the popular television soap Home and Away.
Bondi Beach is the most famous of Sydney's beaches.
Bondi Beach is the most famous of Sydney's beaches. Like many beaches in Australia's largest city, Bondi can be enjoyed all year. You'll discover delicious places to drink and eat in Bondi and at other popular beaches.
To the south are two iconic surf beaches Maroubra and Cronulla on the National Surfing Reserves. Cronulla is ideal for exhilarating long walks along the shore and is the only city beach directly accessible by train.
Sydney is blessed with many beautiful sandy beaches, from tranquil bays and coves in Sydney Harbour to some of the world's best surf beaches where you can enjoy curling waves and relax on the fine white sands.