Manly Beach
70 min from Western Sydney Airport
Manly is the original Sydney beach suburb — wide golden sands bookended by headlands, a pedestrian corso lined with surf shops and cafes, and the famous 10km Manly to Spit Bridge coastal walk through bushland above the harbour. The 30-minute Manly Ferry from Circular Quay is one of the best harbour experiences in Sydney, and Manly's ocean pool and surf school cater to all levels. It's further from WSA than Bondi, but worth the extra time.
What to Expect
- →1.5km wide golden sand beach with reliable surf
- →Manly to Spit Bridge: 10km coastal walk through national park
- →Manly Ferry: 30-minute scenic ride from Circular Quay
- →Shelley Beach: calm sheltered swimming adjacent to Manly
- →Surf schools for beginners of all ages
- →Manly Sea Life Sanctuary — sharks and rays
Practical Details
Getting There
Manly Beach is 73km (70 mindrive) from Western Sydney International Airport. Car rental is your best option — the metro doesn't open until 2027.
See all transport options from WSA →Nearby Attractions
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Flying in to WSI Airport? This is 70 min from Western Sydney International Airport (WSA) — easy to reach by car or rideshare straight from the terminal.
Book a Tour
24 options across Viator, GetYourGuide and Klook — sorted by most reviewed.
Small Group Manly Snorkel Tour and Nature Walk with Local Guide
Guided Kayak Tour of Manly Cove Beaches
Private Sydney Tour Including Sydney Opera House, Bondi and Manly
Golden Beaches and Ocean Vistas MANLY AND NORTHERN BEACHES PRIVATE TOUR
Sydney's Northern Beaches & Ku-ring-gai National Park Small Tour departing Manly
Sydney Shore Excursion: Half-Day Sydney City Highlights and Manly
