Surf, Sun and Sundowners in Manly

Total • ≈ $200–228 pp·Day budget • 2 × free • 2 × $ • 2 × $$ • 1 × $$$

1. 1

   7:00 am • 2 hours

   surf• $ (~$30 (board rental))

   Manly Beach

   Catch the best waves of the day at Manly's iconic surf beach.

   Grab your board and hit the waves. The early morning offers cleaner conditions and fewer crowds.

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2. 2

   → 2 min walk across North Steyne

   9:00 am • 30 min

   coffee• $ (~$8 pp)

   Barefoot Coffee Traders

   Refuel with Manly's best coffee just across from the beach.

   Grab a specialty coffee and a pastry to go from this local favourite.

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3. 3

   → 5 min walk to the start of the walk

   9:30 am • 1 hour 30 min

   walk• Free (free)

   Cabbage Tree Bay Walk

   Enjoy a scenic coastal stroll with stunning views and a chance for a refreshing dip.

   Walk the boardwalk from Manly towards Shelly Beach, taking in the picturesque views. Stop for a swim at Fairy Bower, or just enjoy the ocean pool.

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4. 4

   → 10 min walk along Cabbage Tree Bay Walk

   11:00 am • 1 hour 30 min

   food• $$ (~$40 pp)

   The Boathouse Shelly Beach

   Enjoy a relaxed brunch right on the sand at Shelly Beach.

   Savour a delicious brunch with your feet in the sand and beautiful ocean views. Book ahead for a table with a view.

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5. 5

   → 0 min walk

   12:30 pm • 3 hours

   beach• Free (free (snorkel rental ~$20))

   Shelly Beach

   Relax, swim, and snorkel in the calm waters of Shelly Beach.

   After brunch, enjoy the sheltered waters for swimming, sunbathing, or world-class snorkelling (gear rental available nearby).

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6. 6

   → 15 min walk to Manly Wharf

   3:30 pm • 2 hours

   drink• $$ (~$30 pp)

   Manly Wharf Hotel

   Enjoy late afternoon drinks with harbour views.

   Head to the iconic Manly Wharf Hotel for refreshing drinks and prime harbour views as the afternoon progresses.

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7. 7

   → 1 min walk along Manly Wharf

   5:30 pm • 2 hours

   food• $$$ (~$70 pp)

   Hugos Manly

   Dine on delicious wood-fired pizza with an incredible sunset backdrop over the harbour.

   Indulge in Hugos' famous wood-fired pizzas and cocktails while watching the sunset paints the sky over Sydney Harbour. Reservations are highly recommended.

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