Best Beach in Sydney

"Sydney's second most famous beach is a magnificent strand that stretches for nearly two golden kilometres, lined by Norfolk Island pines and midrise apartment blocks. The southern end of the beach, nearest the Corso, is known as South Steyne, with North Steyne in the centre and Queenscliff at the northern end; each has its own surf lifesaving club."

"Carry on and you will hit the popular Manly beach. It’s a great beach for surfing and usually less crowded than Bondi. Wander around to the Cabbage Tree Bay Eco-Walk which has lots of cute sculptures along it representing the vast marine life and plants in the area."

"Just a few minutes from the better-known Manly Beach, Shelly Beach is a unique location on the east coast of Australia, since it actually faces west. With a large reef also sheltering the beach from the heavy ocean swells, Shelly Beach is a small and secluded haven – perfect for a quiet picnic on the sands or a gentle swim in the ocean. These calm coastal conditionsmake ShellyBeach an ideal spot for scuba divers and snorkelers to explore an..."

"Exotic fish, weedy sea dragons and even a mystical sunken motorcycle reside beneath the turquoise waters of Sydney’s Shelly Beach. This secluded marine reserve is a favourite of snorkelers, scuba divers and day-trippers looking for a tranquil picnic destination due to its calm water and surrounding natural bushland."

"In Manly, walk down the palm tree-lined Corso, hit the promenade on the beach for an ice-cream, walk around to picturesque Shelly Beach, or grab a cold beer at Manly Wharf Hotel. Time your return ferry trip back to the Quay to coincide with sunset behind the harbour bridge."

"Little Manly Beach in Sydney Harbour is an ideal hangout for families with kids of all ages. The water is calm, clean, and there are plenty of grass areas to roam around. When the little ones are done splashing and swimming, they can head over to the playground areas for even more active excitement."

"The Rotunda at Balmoral Beach overlooks the bay and Rocky Point Island, and the beach itself has a rich history being a significant place in the life of Captain John Edwards. The Rotunda itself was built in the 1930’s as a concert venue through the 1930s and 1940s, making the place a great wedding ceremony venue for people who love both music and history."

"To finally get to Balmoral Beach, simply cross Balmoral Park and the car park on the other side. Balmoral Beach is one of the most popular family-friendly beaches in Sydney, and once you arrive there, it’s not hard to see why it’s such a popular spot. The water at the beach is typically very calm, perfect for a relaxing swim."

"Positioned in Sydney Harbour, 1km from the mouth of Rose Bay, Shark Island – Boowambillee (booh-uhm-'bil-ee) is a picnic spot with a difference. Explore the island's foreshore, go swimming or relax in front of amazing Sydney Harbour views."

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"A 7-acre plot started as a poultry farm turned to be one of the must-visit wildlife parks near Sydney. The Featherdale located inner Western Sydney and a usual tour from Sydney to this wildlife park take 45 mins via M4 to reach. The finest Sydney attraction famous for Koala encounters and no one leaves Featherdale wildlife park without patting a Koala."

"A privately-owned zoo in Doonside, near Blacktown, Featherdale Wildlife Park specialises in Australian native wildlife and birds, as well as reptiles and marsupials. Get more info on visiting Featherdale Wildlife Park."

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"Bars Cocktail bars Sydney. Prince of York isn't afraid of a little party atmosphere. The sprawling, low-lit warehouse of a space with metres of exposed brick and geometric prints is the setting for a indulgent, generous shared lunch menu full of full-flavoured, hearty plates: oysters topped with Bloody Mary granita,  four-cheese porcini arancini and a crab club sandwich with truffle hot sauce are on the line-up."

"Formerly 360 Bar and Dining, Infinity is the rooftop eatery putting all the others to shame. Found 81 floors above street level this must-try restaurant in Sydney promises some of the finest views of the city skyline, as well as sublime tasting menus and seasonal cocktails."

"Bar 83 and Infinity is giving you and your date the chance to dine in the clouds. Located on the 83rd floor, this stunning venue boasts panoramic views of the city and a delicious menu of handcrafted cocktails. For romantic restaurants in Sydney's CBD?"

"This is a CBD bar with so much wow-factor, you won't ever want to leave. Head to Sydney Tower where you'll find Bar 83 and Infinity, an ultra-stylish rotating venue that combines elegant fine dining with exquisite cocktails and panoramic views."

"You are confined only by the walls you create" reads the text printed on the glass walls hemming in LuMi. It's a little hammy, sure, but the mood is right on: in bringing a Japanese mood to bear on Italian cuisine, Federico Zanellato treads territory few chefs dare to. But his scope is far wider: a single scallop, sliced and put back together with interleaved slivers of rhubarb and jalapeño, for example, is listed on the menu as ceviche, but plays like sashimi, and spins in a new wave crudo direction with a base of buffalo curd and rhubarb vinegar."

"Drawing inspiration from Italian food and interweaving masterful Japanese influences, LuMi Bar and Dining takes fine dining to a whole new level by bringing together two incredibly different cuisines for one cohesive experience. The menu is ever-changing due to seasonal availability, but the seven-course degustation always impresses. If you consider yourself an oenophile, we recommend also taking advantage of the wine flight designed to pair with each of the dishes paired by expert sommelier, Michela."

"With a prime backdrop of the Pyrmont waterfront, LuMi Bar & Dining is an idyllic dinner destination for relaxed fine dining. The food is Italian with a Japanese twist, and served only in a degustation menu designed around seasons and market availability. Choose between a 5-course, 7-course, or 10-course feast, and pair it with something from the Italy-focused wine list."