Manly Activities
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North Head Sanctuary
Right in Manly's backyard is North Head Sanctuary - Sydney's secret getaway. There are over 10 kilometres of easy walking tracks to explore. Start at Shelley Beach and walk through virtually untouched bushland with superb harbour views b…
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Joel Coleman Gallery
Joel Coleman has built his life and reputation on the art of capturing moments of exquisite beauty and timeless emotion in the world around him. His award-winning photography has taken him across oceans and continents as he continues to p…
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Garfish Manly
Our philosophy is simple: we serve the best seafood, you choose how you’d like it prepared. Grilled, spiced or wood roasted, with a garnish of your choice, we also offer a varied wine list so you can add a perfectly matched drop to your mea…
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Collins Flat Beach
With its scenic harbour views, Collins Flat Beach, just north of Sydney city and nestled between North Head and Little Manly Cove, is an idyllic spot for a romantic picnic. Whether you’re swimming in the calm waters or nibbling on gourmet …
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Manly to Spit Bridge Scenic Walkway
The Manly Scenic Walkway offers the visitor access to some of Sydney Harbour's most stunning scenery and bushland. The track meanders around the harbour foreshore from The Spit Bridge via Dobroyd Head to Manly. The track is 10 kilometre…
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Manly Kayak Centre
Manly Kayak Centre has been on Sydney Harbour since 1990 and is proud to be able to provide the most diverse range of aquatic products and services in Sydney. Whether you rent a single or a double kayak to paddle the pristine waters of No…
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Shelly Beach: Manly
Shelly Beach is located in Manly and forms part of Cabbage Tree Bay, a protected marine reserve which lies adjacent to North Head and Fairy Bower. With a maximum depth of approximately 12 metres, Shelly Beach has become popular with Scuba D…
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Pilu at Freshwater
Two hatted fine dining restaurant Pilu at Freshwater is placed on Sydney's iconic Freshwater Beach and encapsulates the essence of Sydney's Northern Beaches. Acclaimed celebrity chef Giovanni Pilu creates a NSW produce inspired Italian men…
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Blue Bottle Tours
Blue Bottle Tours offer Sydney boutique day trips with a difference. The groups are small, a maximum of only four people and travel along the northern beaches of Sydney, into National Parks and bushland, or into the wineries of the Hunter…
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Cabbage Tree Bay
Cabbage Tree Bay is an aquatic reserve that aims to protect marine life. It covers an area of approximately 20 hectares, from the southern end of Manly Beach, including the rocky shores and beaches, to the northern of Shelly Beach. Recreati…
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Manly Surf Guide
Manly Surf Guide are a boutique surf guiding company that offer small group surfing tours and surf lessons in Sydney's famous Manly Beach and Northern Beaches. Manly Surf Guide also have a surf shop in Brookvale with a large range of So…
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Boilerhouse Restaurant and Bar
Fresh and modern Australian cuisine, served right on the beachfront with views of Sydney Harbour! The Boilerhouse Restaurant and Bar is housed in the original power house building from the days of Sydney’s former Quarantine Station. Now r…
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After Dark Nature Tours
Looking for things to do in Manly, Sydney? By using night vision goggles, After Dark Nature Tours in Manly gives people an unforgettable and unique opportunity to experience Australia's wonderful nocturnal wildlife in its own environmen…
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Freshwater Beach
A stunning family beach wedged between two headlands, Freshwater is a short walk north from Manly. A coastal walk further north will take you to Curl Curl. The north headland provides excellent protection from the summer nor'easter, and…
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Manly scenic walkway
What’s the prettiest way to get to Manly? Some say catching the Manly ferry, but those in the know will tell you otherwise – it’s the Manly scenic walkway. Beginning at Mosman’s Spit Bridge, this classic walk shows you some of the most pict…
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Grotto Point Lighthouse
If you’ve ever dreamed of the life of a lighthouse-keeper, why not visit the historic Grotto Point Lighthouse and imagine what it’s been like to live and work there? This active beacon, located on a rocky headland near Dobroyd Head, lights …
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Arabanoo lookout at Dobroyd Head
Arabanoo lookout at Dobroyd Head offers fantastic views over to North Head and South Head and the expansive Pacific Ocean. Named in honour of Aboriginal man Arabanoo, the first Aboriginal man to live among European settlers, the lookout is…
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Go Beyond Tours
Go Beyond Tours is an exciting and comprehensive Northern Beaches bus tour, from central business district locations, travelling all the way to Palm Beach and Ku-ring-gai National Park, plus all the best beaches in between. Join their to…
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Manly Art Gallery and Museum
The Manly Art Gallery and Museum is only a four minute walk from Manly Wharf. Opened in 1930 by Manly Council, it was the first metropolitan regional gallery in New South Wales. The gallery has become a popular destination for thousands of …
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Choc and Moi
Chocolate shop and cafe with artisanal belgian chocolate, an unique chocolate experience in the Northern Beaches. Enjoy a Belgian brunch with a delicious chocolate croissant and a Belgian hot chocolate or a good coffee before your work and…
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Manly Wharf Hotel
The Manly Wharf Hotel creates the traditional feel and culture of the great Sydney seaside pubs but with a modern feel and hospitality, making it a welcoming place for everyone, from locals to tourists. Offering quality food and serving t…
