Guidebook for Manly
Food Scene
Manly has a wide range of restaurants and cafes. The best ones are off the main strip - The Corso
Great burritos and margaritas, and lively music. Its a little hidden gem normally only locals would be able to find.
154 locals recommend
Chica Bonita Manly
9 The CorsoGreat burritos and margaritas, and lively music. Its a little hidden gem normally only locals would be able to find.
This is simply the best fish restaurant in Manly. There are other options too. They also have a small bar area with snack food and wonderful views.
92 locals recommend
Garfish Manly
39 E EsplanadeThis is simply the best fish restaurant in Manly. There are other options too. They also have a small bar area with snack food and wonderful views.
This is a gem, the food is a step above the other local cafes and restaurants. The portions are huge, so you can easily share a meal.
57 locals recommend
Jellyfish
95 N SteyneThis is a gem, the food is a step above the other local cafes and restaurants. The portions are huge, so you can easily share a meal.
Excellent food, something a bit different, and gorgeous views.
153 locals recommend
The Boathouse Shelly Beach
1 Marine ParadeExcellent food, something a bit different, and gorgeous views.
This place is a hidden gem. It sells the most amazing fresh zingy salads. Huge portions but they are so tasty you'll wan to eat it all anyway. Great for vegetarians, vegans and people with special dietary requirements.
41 locals recommend
Banana Blossom Asian Salads
15 The CorsoThis place is a hidden gem. It sells the most amazing fresh zingy salads. Huge portions but they are so tasty you'll wan to eat it all anyway. Great for vegetarians, vegans and people with special dietary requirements.
Hidden gem. They don't have a wide selection but what the do is excellent. My favourite is the banana flower salad.
39 locals recommend
Manly Thai Gourmet
33 S SteyneHidden gem. They don't have a wide selection but what the do is excellent. My favourite is the banana flower salad.
DeVita
4-8 Darley RdFantastic authentic Italian pizzas cooked in a food fired oven
Better than your average Thai. Great tapas style dishes as well as a full menu.
41 locals recommend
Yok Thai Restaurant
21 Wentworth StBetter than your average Thai. Great tapas style dishes as well as a full menu.
FISHBOWL - Manly
39 Darley RdFabulous salads. Great value. My new favourite lunch place
Daniel San
55 N SteyneGreat food. Fun vibe. Something for everyone. Beer and views.
Parks & Nature
North Head
Lots of walking tracks, cafe. Fantastic harbour and city views.
Freshwater Beach
This beach is north of Manly Beach
The middle of curl curl beach is much quieter than Manly Beach and a more natural wild beach.
42 locals recommend
South Curl Curl Beach
The middle of curl curl beach is much quieter than Manly Beach and a more natural wild beach.
Either take a bus to Spit Bridge and walk back to Manly or start in Manly and walk to Spit Bridge. 3-4 hour walk with hidden beaches and harbour views along the way.
122 locals recommend
Manly To Spit Bridge Costal Walk
Reef Beach TrackEither take a bus to Spit Bridge and walk back to Manly or start in Manly and walk to Spit Bridge. 3-4 hour walk with hidden beaches and harbour views along the way.
Sightseeing
Walk along the coastal path to Shelly beach. This is an aquatic reserve so bring your snorkel. The beach has shower facilities, and also free barbecues on the grass area at the back of the beach. There is a great cafe.
337 locals recommend
Shelly Beach
Walk along the coastal path to Shelly beach. This is an aquatic reserve so bring your snorkel. The beach has shower facilities, and also free barbecues on the grass area at the back of the beach. There is a great cafe.
Stunning view, walking tracks and a lot of history at North Head Fort where they do an interesting tour of the tunnels.
107 locals recommend
North Head Scenic Drive
North Head Scenic DriveStunning view, walking tracks and a lot of history at North Head Fort where they do an interesting tour of the tunnels.
Enjoy a boat trip out of the heads to see the whales while they are migrating and other sea life.
13 locals recommend
Manly Whale Watching
East EsplanadeEnjoy a boat trip out of the heads to see the whales while they are migrating and other sea life.
Sydney's Quarantine Station on North Head is one of Australia's most haunted sites! ... Sydney’s former Quarantine Station on North Head is reputed to be one of Australia’s most haunted sites, with stories of ghosts and paranormal occurrences entwined throughout its history. They offer a ghost tour and museum tour.
10 locals recommend
North Head Quarantine Station
1 N Head Scenic DrSydney's Quarantine Station on North Head is one of Australia's most haunted sites! ... Sydney’s former Quarantine Station on North Head is reputed to be one of Australia’s most haunted sites, with stories of ghosts and paranormal occurrences entwined throughout its history. They offer a ghost tour and museum tour.
Arts & Culture
Manly Art Gallery & Museum
1a West EsplanadeVery good exhibitions
North Fort Artillery Museum
They offer interesting tours. See the old WW2 tunnels
Shopping
Easy ride north on the bus. This mall was refurbished in 2017.
240 locals recommend
Westfield Warringah Mall
145 Old Pittwater RdEasy ride north on the bus. This mall was refurbished in 2017.
3 hours free parking. Wide variety fo shops, cafes and restaurants
91 locals recommend
Stockland Balgowlah Shopping Centre
197-215 Condamine St3 hours free parking. Wide variety fo shops, cafes and restaurants
The Corso
The CorsoBanks, clothing, beach stuff and tourist gifts
Literally this is across the road from the apartment. Free parking for up to 2 hours.
Coles Manly Car Park
10 Wentworth StLiterally this is across the road from the apartment. Free parking for up to 2 hours.
Essentials
Coles
28 The CorsoColes supermarket on the Corso
Harris Farm Markets
30 Springfield AveBest quality fruit, veg, fish & meats
Entertainment & Activities
This is located at Manly Wharf. You can hire kayaks, stand up paddle boards and small motor boats.
54 locals recommend
Manly Kayak Centre
East EsplanadeThis is located at Manly Wharf. You can hire kayaks, stand up paddle boards and small motor boats.
Beautiful Art Deco movie theatre showing art house movies
165 locals recommend
Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace
380 Military RdBeautiful Art Deco movie theatre showing art house movies
Skater HQ, Manly
49-53 N SteyneSkate hire
They have opened a booth at Manly Wharf to make bookings easy. The best way to see Sydney Harbour. Take a leisurely cruise or learn to sail.
Manly Sailing
They have opened a booth at Manly Wharf to make bookings easy. The best way to see Sydney Harbour. Take a leisurely cruise or learn to sail.