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- Most popular beaches in Sydney
- Family-friendly beaches in Sydney
- Hidden gems for a beach day in Sydney
Most popular beaches in Sydney
If your client wants to go to a beach in Sydney, then they’re in luck! There are over 100 different beaches to choose from, from smaller beaches tucked away in the harbor bays around the coastline to world-renowned surf beaches.
Most of these beaches can be reached from anywhere in central Sydney’s by public transport or ferry, with most of the larger beaches offering an array of activities, including canoeing, kayaking, and snorkeling. Below are 3 of the most popular beaches that offer something for all visitors.
1. Bondi
Where to stay:
Bondi is the most famous beach in Sydney, located just 4 miles from the city’s central business district (known locally as the CBD) in the eastern region. If your clients love the great outdoors, focus on finding a nearby accommodation that allows them to stay in the bubble of Bondi’s laidback surfer neighborhood, which will also put some of the best restaurants right on their doorsteps…
It’s easy to spend an entire day around Bondi with steady waves throughout the afternoon and plenty of nearby food spots to keep your clients’ taste buds entertained. Make sure to recommend Bondi Icebergs pool, open to the public throughout the year, and ideal for clients who want to focus on swimming laps in a pool instead of catching the surf.
It’s easy to spend an entire day around Bondi with steady waves throughout the afternoon and plenty of nearby food spots to keep your clients’ taste buds entertained.
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2. Bronte
Where to stay:
Many tourists visit both Bondi and Bronte Beach on the same afternoon, as they’re just a 40-minute walk from each other in east Sydney. The south of Bronte is typically busiest with its iconic rock pool. Bronte is also an ideal option for those who want to experience a taste of the Australian lifestyle by having their own barbecue by the beach. Visitors can find a large, dedicated barbecue and picnic area that’s open to the public, or there are plenty of local cafes and independent restaurants nearby.
Bronte is also an ideal option for those who want to experience a taste of the Australian lifestyle by having their own barbecue by the beach.
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3. Shelly Beach
Where to stay:
Shelly Beach is located just over half a mile from Manly (more on this beach later!) and offers a sheltered cove on the coast for visitors who prefer a more relaxed beach day. This area is adjacent to the Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve and is famous for its local marine life, as fishing has been banned here for several decades, making it the ultimate spot for snorkeling.
This area is adjacent to the Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve and is famous for its local marine life, as fishing has been banned here for several decades, making it the ultimate spot for snorkeling.
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Family-friendly beaches in Sydney
Not every beach is suitable for children, especially if they have larger waves. While you’ll find lifeguards on duty across most of the city’s beaches, some areas have a higher risk of sharks, particularly those around Sydney Harbour. These 4 beaches are some of the most popular for tourists and locals alike visiting with young children or multi-generational families.
4. Manly
Where to stay:
Manly can be reached by taking a ferry from Circular Quay and is home to several beaches. It’s the second most famous beach in Sydney, just behind Bondi, with plenty of spots spread across more than 1.2 miles of sand. Most of this area is family-friendly, and you’ll often find small markets hosted over the weekend.
Manly is considered the birthplace of Australia’s surfing scene and is the perfect spot for novice and experienced surfers. There’s also a popular hiking route from Manly to North Head National Park that offers stunning panoramic views of Sydney Harbour and Sydney’s skyline.
Most of this area is family-friendly, and you’ll often find small markets hosted over the weekend.
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5. Palm Beach
Where to stay:
Many tourists to Australia only know the country through its famous soap operas, including Home and Away. Palm Beach is a popular tourist spot as it’s where this TV show was filmed.
While one side of the beach tends to be busier with surfers and swimmers, there are calmer waters on the Pittwater side of the beach, suitable for most children. Visitors can also take the half-a-mile trail from the beach to Barrenjoey Lighthouse, while more athletic visitors can even attempt the 62-mile Great Coastal Walk between the city’s beaches if they have time!
While one side of the beach tends to be busier with surfers and swimmers, there are calmer waters on the Pittwater side of the beach, suitable for most children.
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6. Balmoral
Where to stay:
Balmoral is located close to Manly and offers an exciting culinary scene for fans of seafood. It’s a go-to picnic spot for locals, and there’s a shark-netted area on the southern side of the beach, ideal if your clients want extra peace of mind when visiting with kids.
It’s a go-to picnic spot for locals, ideal if your clients want extra peace of mind when visiting with kids.
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7. Coogee
Where to stay:
If your clients are looking for oceanside pools, send them just a few miles further south from Bondi to Coogee Beach. McIver’s Ladies Baths are part of Coogee and are exclusively for women and children with no photography permitted, while the Wylie’s Sea Baths are ideal for more advanced swimmers, though it’s best to check daily tide timings before going. Your more adventurous clients can even walk through Bronte Beach from Bondi to reach Coogee for a whistle-stop tour of Sydney’s most iconic sandy beaches.
Your more adventurous clients can even walk through Bronte Beach from Bondi to reach Coogee for a whistle-stop tour of Sydney’s most iconic sandy beaches.
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Hidden gems for a beach day in Sydney
Sometimes your clients want a little added privacy away from the hustle and bustle of tourist crowds. These hidden gems offer a taste of Sydney’s vibrant outdoor lifestyle, ideal for clients looking for an alternative to an island resort getaway.
8. Milk Beach, Vaucluse
Where to stay:
Milk Beach is located on Rose Bay’s east side and offers some of the best views of the Harbour Bridge. Nestled within Sydney Harbour National Park, this place is still one of the city’s best-kept secrets and the perfect escape from the crowds at Bondi and Bronte.
This place is still one of the city’s best-kept secrets and the perfect escape from the crowds.
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9. Little Bay Beach
Where to stay:
If your clients love to snorkel and want to feel like they’re on an island resort, even in Sydney, send them to Little Bay Beach. The waters are protected from ocean swells, making it ideal for swimming; however, it’s the easiest to reach and best suited for clients with their own hired car.
The waters are protected from ocean swells, making it ideal for swimming.
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