Sydney Beaches
About the Region
Sydney's harbour and ocean coastline is home to iconic beaches from Bondi to Manly and beyond. Find 19 beaches across 19 suburbs.
What Makes It Special
- •Bondi to Coogee coastal walk - 6km of ocean pools, clifftop paths, and patrolled beaches through Sydney's eastern suburbs
- •The Manly Ferry from Circular Quay - 30 minutes across one of the world's great harbours, arriving steps from the surf beach
- •Royal National Park at the city's southern edge - coastal trails, waterfalls, and empty beaches just an hour from the CBD
Best Time to Visit
Autumn (March–May) and spring (September–November) for warm water and manageable crowds. Summer is spectacular but Bondi and Manly get very busy. Year-round lifeguard patrols on most beaches. The coastal walk is excellent even in winter - clear skies, uncrowded, just bring a jacket.
What's On
Bondi Aboriginal Experiences
Weekly · Next: Sunday 15 March 2026
A weekly cultural experience at Bondi Pavilion featuring Walangari Karntawarra and Diramu Aboriginal Dance and Didgeridoo performances for visitors of all ages.
www.sydney.comManly Markets
Every Saturday and Sunday · Next: Saturday 23 May 2026
Regular weekend markets at Manly running every Saturday and Sunday with a variety of stalls and vendors.
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