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Federation Cliff Walk near Dover Heights. Image James Pipino
Bronte Baths and beach.Image Andrew Gregory

Beach lifestyle in Sydney

Sydney’s beach lifestyle comes alive in Summer. Surrounded by sand, sea and surf, discover some of the world’s best beaches.

The best of Sydney at the beach

Chowder Bay, Mosman. Image James Pipino

With so many beaches and bays close to Sydney’s city centre, it’s no wonder that Sydneysiders choose to enjoy a summer holiday at home. You’ll find them starting the day with a run along a beach, taking a leisurely walk, going surfing or enjoying a coffee at a beachside cafe.

Enjoy some of the world’s most famous beaches, such as Bondi  and Manly, with their unique combination of surfing, shopping and beachside dining. Or find your own patch of sandy paradise, from Tamarama to Coogee, Dee Why to Palm Beach.

There are many secret beaches dotted around Sydney Harbour and the eastern coastline such as Jibbon Beach in the Royal National Park –  to enjoy space, shade and the sounds of the sea.

If you prefer to add some action to your time by the beach, why not learn to surf or scuba dive – or take advantage of all the activities available on one of the most beautiful harbours in the world. Go sailing, take a Sydney Harbour cruise, take up kayaking or paddle boarding, or enjoy the thrill of a high-speed jet boat.

Sydney’s secret beaches

These quiet secluded beaches are unknown by many Sydneysiders, making them perfect places to get away from city life for a break. From romantic harbour inlets like Milk Beach in Vaucluse to family-friendly Sirius Cove in Mosman, find your secret Summer hideaway.

Milk Beach at Vaucluse, Image James Pipino

Outdoor pools

Sydney’s many saltwater pools are the perfect alternative to summer surf – great for lap swimmers, toddlers or just floating around. Some, such as Andrew Boy Charlton, are a short walk from Sydney city centre while others are an easy ferry-ride away.

MacCallum outdoor pool, Cremorne. Image Hamilton Lund

Summer activities

Make the most of this Summer and take up a new watersport. Fancy paddleboarding around the harbour, kayaking between bays or snorkeling with local marine life? Get some insider tips on things to do in Sydney in Summer.

Learn to paddleboard with 'Let's Go Surfing' Bondi. Image Mikala Wilbow for Let's Go Surfing

Best of Sydney beach lifestyle

With 350 km of coastline and a temperate climate, it’s no surprise that beach culture in Sydney is a well developed passion that’s shared with visitors. Beaches, bays and great surf are not far from the city centre; many Sydneysiders start the day with a run along a beach or coastal walk.


Sydney’s iconic beaches – Manly and Bondi – are some of the most celebrated beaches in the world, with their own unique style in surfing, shopping and dining. But there are plenty of other Sydney beaches to uncover from Tamarama to Coogee, Dee Why to Palm Beach.


If you enjoy water sports, you can play on one of the most beautiful harbours in the world.  Go sailing, take a Sydney Harbour Cruise, kayak or strap yourself into a high speed jet boat. Learn to surf, scuba dive, sail a catamaran or discover how to drive a maxi yacht. 

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