Exploring Sydney’s Best Beaches
Bondi Beach, Sydney
Sydney has some of the best beaches in the world, and millions of tourists come here each year to soak up the sun. There’s a beach in Sydney to suit every taste, whether you’re after surfing, people watching, or just a calm day at the shore. The following list is by no means inclusive of every beach in the area- instead, this is a sampling of some of our favorites.
Perhaps the most famous beach in all of Australia, Bondi Beach is one of Sydney’s major tourist destinations. Only seven kilometers from the center of the city, Bondi is only a short bus ride away. The surrounding area has built up over the past decade, and now boasts an impressive array of cafes, restaurants, and bars.
The beach itself is approximately one kilometer long. There are waves along the beach that are suitable for swimmers both weak and strong. Bondi is also protected by an underwater shark net, so there’s no need to worry about Jaws. The beach is also a major sports destination, with the most popular being volleyball. Additionally, each year about 60,000 people participate in the City to Surf Fun Run, a 14 kilometer jaunt from the Central Business District all the way to Bondi.
Bondi exists as one of the premier “destination beaches” in the world, right alongside Venice Beach in Los Angeles, California and Copacabana in Rio de Janeiro. People come here as much to see the beach as they do to enjoy the surf. One of the best ways to spend an afternoon is to simply sit at a bar with a cold drink and take in the sights and sounds of this bustling suburb.
If you’re looking for a bit of a quieter experience, consider Manly Beach. A 30 minute ferry ride from Circular Quay, Manly is usually much less crowded than Bondi and the other beaches located within Sydney. Manly Beach is considered to be one of the “Northern Beaches”, a term associated with the suburbs north of Sydney proper.
Another of these Northern Beaches is Dee Why Beach, a very popular destination for locals. Established in 1961, the Dee Why Surfing Fraternity is the oldest surfing club in all of Australia. This is also the spot of the Dee Why Lagoon, a haven for local wildlife since 1973.
Each of these beaches offers something different to visitors. Whether you’re after an exciting day amidst the bold and beautiful or a quieter jaunt to one of the northern suburbs, Sydney’s coast is bound to provide your answer.
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