Martine's Guidebook

Martine
Martine's Guidebook

Parks and Nature

Beautiful view of the Heads and the City. You can drive all the way up there. there are a few short walks you can do while there, and a lovely cafe/restaurant with amazing views.
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North Head
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Beautiful view of the Heads and the City. You can drive all the way up there. there are a few short walks you can do while there, and a lovely cafe/restaurant with amazing views.
Fun for everyone, young and not so young, cafés and restaurants near by, lots of activities.
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Manly Beach
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Fun for everyone, young and not so young, cafés and restaurants near by, lots of activities.
This little walk from the South end of Manly Beach to Shelly beach (where you can snorkel because it is sheltered) is a must do while staying in Manly. It is nearly flat and there is a small pool in the middle of the walk (with shower,toilet and change rooms). there is a restaurant/coffee shop in the middle and also in Shelly Beach. It takes about 15 min one way.
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Cabbage Tree Bay
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This little walk from the South end of Manly Beach to Shelly beach (where you can snorkel because it is sheltered) is a must do while staying in Manly. It is nearly flat and there is a small pool in the middle of the walk (with shower,toilet and change rooms). there is a restaurant/coffee shop in the middle and also in Shelly Beach. It takes about 15 min one way.
You can start this walk from Manly, Queenscliff end of the beach and walk past Freshwater, Curl Curl before arriving in Dee Why. there you can take a state bus to get back to Manly. About 7km form Manly to Dee Why, allow 3hrs. a reasonable level of fitness is required.
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Dee Why to Curl Curl Coastal Walk
14 Monash Parade
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You can start this walk from Manly, Queenscliff end of the beach and walk past Freshwater, Curl Curl before arriving in Dee Why. there you can take a state bus to get back to Manly. About 7km form Manly to Dee Why, allow 3hrs. a reasonable level of fitness is required.
Next to the Wharf, this little beach is a favourite with the locals. very safe for kids, has a netted area. Great alternative when it's windy on the main beach. Cafés and restaurants nearby.
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Manly Cove Beach
Manly Cove
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Next to the Wharf, this little beach is a favourite with the locals. very safe for kids, has a netted area. Great alternative when it's windy on the main beach. Cafés and restaurants nearby.
Close to the Opera House, a magical place to unwind and admire the beautiful plants/trees. It is a real oasis in the City with something for everyone : Cafes, restaurants, exhibitions, guided walks, Aboriginal Harbour Heritage tour and much more
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Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Mrs Macquaries Road
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Close to the Opera House, a magical place to unwind and admire the beautiful plants/trees. It is a real oasis in the City with something for everyone : Cafes, restaurants, exhibitions, guided walks, Aboriginal Harbour Heritage tour and much more
Looking towards Manly. Great little protected beach, ideal for snorkelling
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Shelly-strönd
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Looking towards Manly. Great little protected beach, ideal for snorkelling
Lots of different tracks Can get busy on the weekend
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Manly Dam
112 King St
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Lots of different tracks Can get busy on the weekend
Quarantine Station (Q Station Retreat)
North Head Scenic Drive
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Sightseeing

The Sydney Harbour Bridge is a heritage listed icon of the city. It measures 1149 m, is 48.8 m wide and 503 m tall. The construction took 8 1/2 years and was completed in 1932. You can also organise a Bridge Climb!
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Sydney Harbor Bridge
Sydney Harbour Bridge
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The Sydney Harbour Bridge is a heritage listed icon of the city. It measures 1149 m, is 48.8 m wide and 503 m tall. The construction took 8 1/2 years and was completed in 1932. You can also organise a Bridge Climb!
A must if you like walking. the views are amazing! You'll have a few opportunities to have a swim. It is one of the most popular trail in NSW. It is a bout 10km 1 way ( a bit shorter from here) and you can cross the road at The Spit to take the 144 bus home:) Don't miss Grotto Point Aboriginal engravings site and Crater Cove ramshackle huts built during the period of 1923 to 1963.
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Spit to Manly Walk
Fisher Bay Walk
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A must if you like walking. the views are amazing! You'll have a few opportunities to have a swim. It is one of the most popular trail in NSW. It is a bout 10km 1 way ( a bit shorter from here) and you can cross the road at The Spit to take the 144 bus home:) Don't miss Grotto Point Aboriginal engravings site and Crater Cove ramshackle huts built during the period of 1923 to 1963.
A flat walk, lots of restaurants, great views
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Barangaroo Reserve
Hickson Road
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A flat walk, lots of restaurants, great views
The icon of our City You can just admire it from the steps or the ferry, you could book a tour or enjoy a performance.
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Sydney óperuhús
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The icon of our City You can just admire it from the steps or the ferry, you could book a tour or enjoy a performance.

Arts and Culture

The Sydney Opera House is a multi-venue performing arts centre. It is one of the 20th century's most famous and distinctive buildings. From our house you can take a shuttle to Manly and hop on the ferry to get to this iconic destination.
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Sydney óperuhús
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The Sydney Opera House is a multi-venue performing arts centre. It is one of the 20th century's most famous and distinctive buildings. From our house you can take a shuttle to Manly and hop on the ferry to get to this iconic destination.
It is the birthplace of modern Sydney, with settlers (convicts) arriving in 1788. It has a rich Colonial History. They are free and paid tours. The Markets are on the weekend. You can also visit the Museum of Contemporary Art
The Rocks markaðir
George Street
It is the birthplace of modern Sydney, with settlers (convicts) arriving in 1788. It has a rich Colonial History. They are free and paid tours. The Markets are on the weekend. You can also visit the Museum of Contemporary Art
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Manly Art Gallery & Museum
1a West Esplanade
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Easily accessible after a ferry ride. Should be combined with a visit of the Rocks.
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Listasafn samtíma
140 George St
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Easily accessible after a ferry ride. Should be combined with a visit of the Rocks.

Food scene

This place is not your traditional fish and chips ( but yes you can also have it deep fried). Nice inovative menu, perfect after a dip in the ocean. Bon appétit!
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Fishmongers Manly
11-27 Wentworth St
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This place is not your traditional fish and chips ( but yes you can also have it deep fried). Nice inovative menu, perfect after a dip in the ocean. Bon appétit!
Love the vibe there. Quirky and fun. Coffee is good, in true Italian tradition. The locals are regular customers. Live music on some nights.
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Belgrave Cartel
6 Belgrave St
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Love the vibe there. Quirky and fun. Coffee is good, in true Italian tradition. The locals are regular customers. Live music on some nights.
5 min away from home, no fuss nice Japanese restaurant
Tamagawa Japanese Restaurant
5 min away from home, no fuss nice Japanese restaurant