Sydney Day Trip Manly Ferry
Manly
is a popular spot to visit all year round, with a gentle climate and
fabulous sightseeing opportunities. Swim, surf or just take in the relaxed
ambiance that is Manly, going to Manly aboard Sydney Ferries is the
popular choice of transport.
Taking a Sydney Ferry across to Manly for the day, or just a few hours,
is an inexpensive day trip that the whole family can enjoy. Manly is
a wonderful area right near the Sydney Heads, with several fabulous
beaches, great restaurants and cafes, good shopping and wonderful views.
There is the sheltered harbour beach, just near the Manly Wharf, with
safe swimming enclosure that's great for the kids, and just a few minutes
stroll through the Manly Corso is the ocean beach that is the more popular
option for swimmers, surfers and sunlovers. Add the popular Manly
Oceanworld Aquarium that is situated near the Manly Wharf and you
have a day trip destination equal to anywhere in Australia.
Manly is just a 30 minute cruise from Circular Quay, with ferries departing
every 30 minutes. Manly ferries operate everyday, 7 days per week, with
a return ticket costing around AU $6.40. Concessions are available at
roughly half price of the full adult fare. (Fares correct at time of
publication but are subject to change) Check out the Sydney
Ferries website for up to date pricing information and latest time
tables.
We strongly suggest all visitors to Sydney to take the time to go see
Manly. Manly is a wonderful spot to spend a relaxed day taking in the
great views, sampling fabulous food, taking holiday photographs and
taking a dip in the clear blue waters, either inside Sydney Heads or
on the open beach.
Keep your eyes open on the journey to Manly as you often see dolphins
and whales just inside Sydney Harbour.