Manly Ferry and Manly Beach
8.0Locals Score / 10#6 of 13 Attractions in Sydney
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The 30-minute Manly Ferry from Circular Quay is arguably the world's best commuter ferry ride, threading through the harbour past the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and countless bays before arriving at Manly's ocean beach. The beach itself is a long, patrolled stretch backed by Norfolk Island pines, with excellent surf, rock pools at Shelly Beach a short walk south, and a lively café strip on the Corso. Avoid the ferry on Friday afternoons when it fills with commuters and weekend warriors.
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| Last verified | July 14, 2026 |
Locals Score
8.0/10- Value8.5
- Iconic8.0
- Excellence8.5
- Crowd level7.5
- Authenticity7.5
- Accessibility8.5
Nearby in Ask Sydney
- Manly MarketsMarket0.39 km · 5 min walk
- Manly BeachBeach0.46 km · 6 min walk
- Shelly Beach and Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic ReserveAttraction0.87 km · 11 min walk
- Shelly BeachBeach1.27 km · 16 min walk
- Freshwater BeachBeach2.13 km · 27 min walk
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