Stopover from the city • Half day • Friends
Manly Stopover: Friends Edition
Spend a relaxed afternoon exploring Manly with mates, from harbourside eats to a casual drink by the beach.
Total • ≈ $60–70 pp·Day budget • 1 × free • 1 × $ • 2 × $$
Your day, on the map
- 1
12:00 pm • 1 hr 15 min
food• $$ (~$35 pp)Hugos Manly
Enjoy wood-fired pizza and stunning harbour views right on the wharf.
Grab an outdoor table for prime people-watching and a fresh sea breeze. Perfect for sharing a few pizzas and drinks.
- 2
→ 1 min walk from Manly Wharf
1:15 pm • 45 min
shop• $ (~$10 pp (optional))The Corso
Stroll the pedestrian mall connecting the harbour and the Pacific Ocean.
Browse the surf shops, grab an ice cream, and soak in the vibrant beach town atmosphere.
- 3
→ 2 min walk along The Corso to the beachfront
2:00 pm • 1 hr
beach• Free (free)Manly Beach
Experience Sydney's iconic surf beach, known for its golden sands.
Take a walk along the shore, feel the sand between your toes, or just relax and watch the surfers.
- 4
→ 1 min walk across the road from Manly Beach
3:00 pm • 1 hr
drink• $$ (~$15 pp)Hotel Steyne
Cap off your afternoon with a drink at an iconic Manly pub overlooking the beach.
Head to one of their many bars for a refreshing drink and enjoy the lively atmosphere.
Don't forget to check the fast ferry schedule if you're heading back to the city!