Manly Beach Travel Guide
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Manly Beach
is one of Sydney's best beaches and probably the second most popular beach
after Bondi Beach. Manly is located on the North Shore of Sydney. Manly
Beach is a 30 minute ferry ride from Sydney's Circular Quay. For many
years the tourist slogan for Many was - 13 miles from Sydney, a million
miles from care!
Manly has a number of beaches. The largest is the well known ocean facing beach called Manly beach which is 3km long. There is also a smaller beach facing Sydney Harbour called Manly Cove Beach which is great for children as there are no waves.
Manly Cove Beach
There is also Shelley Beach which is off the right of Manly Beach. Shelley Beach is protected from the ocean swells by the headlands so another good beach for families with children. There is also great snorkeling and scuba diving at Shelley Beach. At the back of the beach is a grassed area perfect for picnics and BBQs.
Shelley Beach, close to Manly Beach Manly has plenty of other attractions other than the beaches.. Highlights of Manly BeachAfter the beach, the following are the main attractions found at Manly: Manly Corso - is a pedestrian only street lined with shops, restaurants, cafes and bars. After you arrive on the ferry you walk through Manly Corso to get to the beach.
Manly Oceanworld is located right across from Manly Wharf overlooking Sydney Harbour. Manly Oceanworld is a large aquarium with various sea life including sharks, manta rays, turtles and various fish. They also offer dive experience to scuba dive with the sharks.
Manly Waterworks has a number of waterslides is located right behind Manly Oceanworld. Open during the summer season on weekends and public holidays. Manly Art Gallery and Museum is located next to Manly Oceanworld. A small gallery which started in 1930 displaying various work from local artists. Water Sports - Manly has a number of great water sports to choose from. There are kayaks for hire from www.manlykayaks.com.au at Manly Oceanworld, parasailing is available from www.parasail.net and there are surfboards for hire on Manly Beach. There are also a few surf schools to teach you how to ride the waves. Check out Manly Surf School. Festivals and Events in ManlyManly Markets are located on Sydney Road and Market Lane, in the heart of Manly, every Saturday and Sunday with a range of locally made, baked and grown produce is enjoyed by locals and visitors alike. Experience the family friendly atmosphere with entertainment for young and old. Soak up the surrounds of inspiring boutique shops, bars and restaurants in and around our local seaside village. Manly Market Place is open every Saturday and Sunday 10am-5pm with the Farmers Market currently on Saturday only, co-located at Market Place and Sydney Road (off the Corso) in Manly.
Manly Arts Festival Friday 3rd September 2010 to Sunday 19th September 2010. The Manly Jazz Festival Saturday 2nd, Sunday 3rd and Monday 4th October 2010. Manly Fair Trade Markets Sunday 28th November 2010 in the Manly Council Forecourt. Manly Food and Wine Festival is held every year in June. Dates for 2011 to be confirmed. Manly Saturday's at Sunset, every Saturday night October through to February there is free entertainment and the Manly Council Chambers forecourt. Manly New Years Eve Celebrations begin at 6pm with family entertainment in the Corso and fireworks over Manly Wharf at 9pm.
Last updated 22nd November 2011 |
Manly Beach Restaurants in ManlyCheck out our complete guide to the many Restaurants in Manly Hotels in ManlyThere is a hotel to suit every budget at Manly Beach. From the luxury beachside hotels, budget holiday apartments, as well as backpacker hostels.
Novotel Manly Pacific Hotel is located directly across the road from Manly beach at 55 North Steyne Manly. Ph: +61 2 9977 7666 Room prices start from $199 per night.
The Sebel Manly Beach also located just across the road from Manly Beach at 8 - 13 South Steyne Manly. Room prices start from $169 per night.
Manly Paradise Motel and Apartments located across the road from Manly Beach, next to the Novotel at 54 North Steyne Manly. Manly Paradise has a swimming pool on the roof. Room prices start from $110 during the winter months and $125 in spring and autumn and $140 in summer.
Manly Backpackers is located just 100m from the Beach at 24 - 28 Raglan St Manly Ph: +61 2 9977 3411. Nightly rates from $24 during the winter May - August, $26 per night April, September and October, $35 Feb/March and November, $35 per night 1 Dec - 22 Dec, 7th Jan - 31st Jan and $50 in the Peak season 23rd Dec - 6th Jan.
Boardrider Backpackers & Budget Accommodation Manly is located on Manly Corso No 63, around 200m from the beach. Current nightly rates during the winter is $22.70 per night for staying over 1 week or $26.50 nightly under 1 week.
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