Beaches & Bays

Planning a Picnic? Forget Bondi Beach!
Sydney has a fantastic selection of beaches and bays within Sydney Harbour itself. Often much less crowded than the tourist spots of the likes of Bondi, Coogee and Manly; and therefore ideal for stress-free day trips, picnics and of course the perfect photo opportunities. See below where they have been listed; read more and find out how to get there and what to expect.

Rose bay

Not far away from the city, between Double Bay and Watson's Bay, you can find the beautiful affluent suburb...

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Watson's Bay

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Clontarf Beach

Seven Shillings Beach

Need some time away from the madding crowds? Head to Seven Shillings, the strip of sand tucked...

Queen's Beach

For hidden views and a beach that boasts natural beauty, Queens Beach is a great option. Queens...

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Balmoral Beach

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Nielsen Beach

Chinaman's Beach

For a peaceful and calm beach, take a stroll on Chinamans Beach. Tucked into the Middle Harbour ...

Quarantine Beach

With the best access being by boat, Quarantine Beach has the luxury of never becoming crowded ...

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Chowder Bay

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Athol Bay

Taylor's Bay

The azure sea is dotted with white yachts as you head into Taylors Bay but there is ...

Castle Rock Beach

What makes Castle Rock Beach stand out from the crowd is the natural waterfall that cascades down...

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Little Sirius Cove

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Lavender Bay