Martine's Guidebook
Parks and Nature
Beautiful view of the Heads and the City.
You can drive all the way up there.
there are a few short walks you can do while there, and a lovely cafe/restaurant with amazing views.
197 locals recommend
North Head
Beautiful view of the Heads and the City.
You can drive all the way up there.
there are a few short walks you can do while there, and a lovely cafe/restaurant with amazing views.
Fun for everyone, young and not so young, cafés and restaurants near by, lots of activities.
752 locals recommend
Manly Beach
Fun for everyone, young and not so young, cafés and restaurants near by, lots of activities.
This little walk from the South end of Manly Beach to Shelly beach (where you can snorkel because it is sheltered) is a must do while staying in Manly. It is nearly flat and there is a small pool in the middle of the walk (with shower,toilet and change rooms). there is a restaurant/coffee shop in the middle and also in Shelly Beach.
It takes about 15 min one way.
10 locals recommend
Cabbage Tree Bay
This little walk from the South end of Manly Beach to Shelly beach (where you can snorkel because it is sheltered) is a must do while staying in Manly. It is nearly flat and there is a small pool in the middle of the walk (with shower,toilet and change rooms). there is a restaurant/coffee shop in the middle and also in Shelly Beach.
It takes about 15 min one way.
You can start this walk from Manly, Queenscliff end of the beach and walk past Freshwater, Curl Curl before arriving in Dee Why. there you can take a state bus to get back to Manly.
About 7km form Manly to Dee Why, allow 3hrs. a reasonable level of fitness is required.
7 locals recommend
Dee Why to Curl Curl Coastal Walk
14 Monash ParadeYou can start this walk from Manly, Queenscliff end of the beach and walk past Freshwater, Curl Curl before arriving in Dee Why. there you can take a state bus to get back to Manly.
About 7km form Manly to Dee Why, allow 3hrs. a reasonable level of fitness is required.
Next to the Wharf, this little beach is a favourite with the locals. very safe for kids, has a netted area.
Great alternative when it's windy on the main beach.
Cafés and restaurants nearby.
13 locals recommend
Manly Cove Beach
Manly CoveNext to the Wharf, this little beach is a favourite with the locals. very safe for kids, has a netted area.
Great alternative when it's windy on the main beach.
Cafés and restaurants nearby.
Close to the Opera House, a magical place to unwind and admire the beautiful plants/trees. It is a real oasis in the City with something for everyone : Cafes, restaurants, exhibitions, guided walks, Aboriginal Harbour Heritage tour and much more
985 locals recommend
Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Mrs Macquaries RoadClose to the Opera House, a magical place to unwind and admire the beautiful plants/trees. It is a real oasis in the City with something for everyone : Cafes, restaurants, exhibitions, guided walks, Aboriginal Harbour Heritage tour and much more
Looking towards Manly.
Great little protected beach, ideal for snorkelling
337 locals recommend
Shelly Beach
Looking towards Manly.
Great little protected beach, ideal for snorkelling
Manly Dam
112 King StLots of different tracks
Can get busy on the weekend
Quarantine Station (Q Station Retreat)
North Head Scenic DriveSightseeing
The Sydney Harbour Bridge is a heritage listed icon of the city.
It measures 1149 m, is 48.8 m wide and 503 m tall.
The construction took 8 1/2 years and was completed in 1932.
You can also organise a Bridge Climb!
984 locals recommend
Sydney Harbour Bridge
Sydney Harbour BridgeThe Sydney Harbour Bridge is a heritage listed icon of the city.
It measures 1149 m, is 48.8 m wide and 503 m tall.
The construction took 8 1/2 years and was completed in 1932.
You can also organise a Bridge Climb!
A must if you like walking. the views are amazing! You'll have a few opportunities to have a swim.
It is one of the most popular trail in NSW.
It is a bout 10km 1 way ( a bit shorter from here) and you can cross the road at The Spit to take the 144 bus home:)
Don't miss Grotto Point Aboriginal engravings site and Crater Cove ramshackle huts built during the period of 1923 to 1963.
59 locals recommend
Spit to Manly Walk
Fisher Bay WalkA must if you like walking. the views are amazing! You'll have a few opportunities to have a swim.
It is one of the most popular trail in NSW.
It is a bout 10km 1 way ( a bit shorter from here) and you can cross the road at The Spit to take the 144 bus home:)
Don't miss Grotto Point Aboriginal engravings site and Crater Cove ramshackle huts built during the period of 1923 to 1963.
Barangaroo Reserve
Hickson RoadA flat walk, lots of restaurants, great views
The icon of our City
You can just admire it from the steps or the ferry, you could book a tour or enjoy a performance.
1998 locals recommend
Sydney Opera House
The icon of our City
You can just admire it from the steps or the ferry, you could book a tour or enjoy a performance.
Arts and Culture
The Sydney Opera House is a multi-venue performing arts centre. It is one of the 20th century's most famous and distinctive buildings.
From our house you can take a shuttle to Manly and hop on the ferry to get to this iconic destination.
1998 locals recommend
Sydney Opera House
The Sydney Opera House is a multi-venue performing arts centre. It is one of the 20th century's most famous and distinctive buildings.
From our house you can take a shuttle to Manly and hop on the ferry to get to this iconic destination.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum
1a West EsplanadeEasily accessible after a ferry ride.
Should be combined with a visit of the Rocks.
829 locals recommend
Museum of Contemporary Art
140 George StEasily accessible after a ferry ride.
Should be combined with a visit of the Rocks.
Food scene
This place is not your traditional fish and chips ( but yes you can also have it deep fried). Nice inovative menu, perfect after a dip in the ocean. Bon appétit!
11 locals recommend
Fishmongers Manly
11-27 Wentworth StThis place is not your traditional fish and chips ( but yes you can also have it deep fried). Nice inovative menu, perfect after a dip in the ocean. Bon appétit!
Love the vibe there. Quirky and fun. Coffee is good, in true Italian tradition. The locals are regular customers. Live music on some nights.
88 locals recommend
Belgrave Cartel
6 Belgrave StLove the vibe there. Quirky and fun. Coffee is good, in true Italian tradition. The locals are regular customers. Live music on some nights.
Tamagawa Japanese Restaurant
5 min away from home, no fuss nice Japanese restaurant