Ocean beach at Manly seen from above, with waves, sand, a promenade and a row of pines under a cloudy sky.

Manly

The ferry crosses the harbor to Manly, where the Corso leads from the wharf to the surf beach; the waterfront path lets you extend the morning toward Shelly Beach.

  • Beaches
  • Suggested time:Half a day, including ferries
  • Area:Northern Beaches

About Manly

The crossing to Manly is part of the outing: the Opera House changes angle and downtown falls away behind you. After you disembark, follow the Corso to the beach facing the Pacific, with surfers and pine trees lining the sand.

Walk along the waterfront or pick a table before heading back. To swim, follow the flags and local signs. In this itinerary, Manly takes up the morning and lunch; spending the whole day there also works, cutting the stops planned downtown.

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