Palm Beach
7.8Locals Score / 10#6 of 8 Beaches in Sydney
free
Known fornorthern beachessceniclighthouseupscale
The jewel at the tip of the northern beaches peninsula, Palm Beach is a stunning double-sided beach with ocean surf on one side and the calm Pittwater lagoon on the other — genuinely one of the most beautiful beach settings in Australia. The lighthouse walk and views from Barrenjoey Headland are unmissable. It's a 90-minute drive or bus from the CBD, so plan for a full day.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
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| Price | free |
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| Last verified | July 14, 2026 |
Locals Score
7.8/10- Value9.0
- Iconic7.0
- Excellence9.0
- Crowd level5.0
- Authenticity7.5
- Accessibility5.0
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Where to stay near Palm Beach
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