Family day under $100 • Half day • Family
Affordable Family Fun in Manly
Enjoy a classic, budget-friendly family morning exploring Manly’s calm harbour coves and spectacular marine sanctuary without spending a fortune.
Your day, on the map
- 1
9:30 am • 30 min
ferryManly Wharf (F1)
The most affordable and iconic harbour commute.
Arrive via the iconic F1 Freshwater ferry; it’s a 30-minute scenic ride that is the cheapest way to see the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
- 2
10:00 am • 1 hour
swimLittle Manly Cove
Safe, netted swimming ideal for families.
Walk five minutes from the wharf to this calm, netted harbour beach. It is shallow and perfect for small children to splash safely.
- 3
11:00 am • 20 min
walkCabbage Tree Bay Walk
A scenic, easy walk with plenty of marine life to spot.
Stroll from Manly Beach along the flat, pram-friendly boardwalk. Look for the 'Oceanic' sculptures embedded in the rock along the way.
- 4
11:20 am • 1.5 hours
beachShelly Beach
Sheltered waters and great for free snorkelling.
Relax at this sheltered beach. Bring your own goggles to see the fish or let the kids explore the rock pools at the northern end.
- 5
1:00 pm • 40 min
historyManly Art Gallery & Museum
Free entry and a great dose of local culture.
On the walk back to the wharf, stop in at the free gallery to see local surfing history and rotating art exhibitions.
Keep an eye out for bearded dragons along the Cabbage Tree Bay boardwalk; they often sunbathe on the rocks next to the path.