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Palm Beach (2108)
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Best Beaches near Palm Beach
About the Suburb
Find 3 beaches near Palm Beach, the northernmost tip of Sydney's beaches. Climb to Barrenjoey Lighthouse for panoramic views across Pittwater and Broken Bay, then swim on either the ocean or harbour side of this iconic peninsula.
What Makes It Special
- •Barrenjoey Lighthouse walk - 30 minutes up for views across Pittwater, Broken Bay, and the ocean
- •The famous "Home and Away" filming location - Summer Bay is Palm Beach
- •Both ocean and Pittwater (harbour) beaches on a narrow peninsula - pick your conditions
Getting There
60 minutes from Sydney CBD. Bus L90 from the city - allow 90 minutes. Very limited paid parking at Governor Phillip Park. Consider the Palm Beach ferry from Ettalong or Wagstaffe.
Best Time to Visit
Autumn for warm water and uncrowded beach. Early morning for the Barrenjoey Lighthouse walk before the heat. Arrive before 10am on weekends - parking fills fast.