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About Sydney

The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent sandy beaches of Sydney attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

Sydney Best beaches

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Bondi Beach
Bondi Beach
Bondi Beach
Good for Relax

Bondi Beach

Sydney 6.8 km
Very good
8.9
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Blue pure water • Very crowded
4 Amenities index
Tamarama Beach
Tamarama Beach
Tamarama Beach
Camping

Tamarama Beach

Sydney 6.7 km
Very good
8.8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Blue pure water • Very crowded
4.5 Amenities index
Bronte Beach
Bronte Beach
Bronte Beach
Good for Relax

Bronte Beach

Sydney 6.7 km
Very good
8.8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Blue pure water • Very crowded
4 Amenities index
Maroubra Beach
Maroubra Beach
Maroubra Beach
Good for Relax

Maroubra Beach

Sydney 9.8 km
Very good
8.6
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Blue pure water • Crowded in season
4.5 Amenities index
Coogee Beach
Coogee Beach
Coogee Beach
Good for Relax

Coogee Beach

Sydney 7.3 km
Very good
8.5
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Very crowded
4 Amenities index
Rose Bay Beach
Rose Bay Beach
Rose Bay Beach
Good for Relax

Rose Bay Beach

Sydney 5.6 km
Very good
8.2
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Crowded in season
2.1 Amenities index
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Picturesque
Picturesque
Fine sand
Fine sand
Beaches in small bays
Beaches in small bays
Long beaches
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Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 12 beaches in the region.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Sydney.

Sandy beaches in Sydney

Bronte Beach

Bronte Beach
8.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue pure water
Australia, Sydney 6.7 km
Maroubra Beach

Maroubra Beach
8.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue pure water
Australia, Sydney 9.8 km
Coogee Beach

Coogee Beach
8.5
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Australia, Sydney 7.3 km
Milk Beach

Milk Beach
7.9
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Exceptional beauty, Picturesque, Easy access
Australia, Sydney 5.7 km
Bellamy Beach

Bellamy Beach
7.7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
Australia, Sydney 4.2 km
Hermit Beach

Hermit Beach
7.2
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
Australia, Sydney 5.8 km
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Best beaches for snorkelling in Sydney

Bondi Beach

Bondi Beach
8.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Blue pure water
Australia, Sydney 6.8 km
Tamarama Beach

Tamarama Beach
8.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Blue pure water
Australia, Sydney 6.7 km
Bronte Beach

Bronte Beach
8.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue pure water
Australia, Sydney 6.7 km
Maroubra Beach

Maroubra Beach
8.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue pure water
Australia, Sydney 9.8 km
Coogee Beach

Coogee Beach
8.5
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Australia, Sydney 7.3 km
Rose Bay Beach

Rose Bay Beach
8.2
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Australia, Sydney 5.6 km
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Wild and hidden beaches in Sydney

Rose Bay Beach

Rose Bay Beach
8.2
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Australia, Sydney 5.6 km
Milk Beach

Milk Beach
7.9
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Exceptional beauty, Picturesque, Easy access
Australia, Sydney 5.7 km
Bellamy Beach

Bellamy Beach
7.7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
Australia, Sydney 4.2 km
Hermit Beach

Hermit Beach
7.2
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
Australia, Sydney 5.8 km
Lady Martins Beach

Lady Martins Beach
7.1
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Australia, Sydney 4.2 km
Queens Beach

Queens Beach
6.9
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Australia, Sydney 5.7 km
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Good for relaxing, calm beaches in Sydney

Bondi Beach

Bondi Beach
8.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Blue pure water
Australia, Sydney 6.8 km
Bronte Beach

Bronte Beach
8.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue pure water
Australia, Sydney 6.7 km
Maroubra Beach

Maroubra Beach
8.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue pure water
Australia, Sydney 9.8 km
Coogee Beach

Coogee Beach
8.5
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Australia, Sydney 7.3 km
Rose Bay Beach

Rose Bay Beach
8.2
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Australia, Sydney 5.6 km
Seven Shillings Beach

Seven Shillings Beach
8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Australia, Sydney 3.6 km
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Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Sydney, they are as follows:

  • The region's beaches are mainly narrow, moderate length and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of bright color.
  • Since many beaches are sandy, we recommend taking special shoes with you to avoid discomfort during your vacation.
  • Usually, entry into the water is abrupt, so non-swimmers should be very careful. There are 6 such beaches out of 12 in the region.
  • Some beach bays can be densely occupied by motor boats or yachts, which usually negatively affects water pollution. There are about 6 beaches in Sydney, where a significant number of ships can be observed from time to time.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Sydney is less than 500 meters. 12 beaches are relatively easy to access.

Wild beaches with no infrastructure dominate the coastline of Sydney however, even here you can find a beach with a standard set of accessories: sun beds, umbrellas, restaurants, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on Sydney's beaches

Bondi Beach
8 Kareem Hassan

The beach is great for surfing, but it tends to get crowded. It's not recommended for kids to swim due to rough conditions. To be honest, it's a bit overrated. It's not terrible, but it receives more attention than it deserves considering Australia has numerous breathtaking beaches that go unnoticed.

Queens Beach
10 Daniel Montoya

There is an intersection of ley lines located 10 meters from the southernmost point of this beach. It is recommended to bring a dive mask and connect to this spot. The network of lines on the surface resembles glowing wires spread all over the country. These grid-like markings are essentially energy grids. In an update, we recently energized our crystals at this beach and they are now resonating incredibly. This beach deserves a 5-star rating.

Tamarama Beach
10 Nolan Zephyr

This beach, located along the Coogee to Bondi Walk, offers stunning views and all the necessary amenities such as showers, toilets, and drinking fountains.

Milk Beach
10 Zander Kellis

Today, Milk Beach in Vaucluse was bustling with people enjoying a swim and having a good time. Situated at the base of Hermit Bay within Sydney Harbour National Park, this small, secluded beach is surrounded by the Heritage listed Strickland House. Offering stunning views of Sydney, Milk Beach is a hidden gem in the Eastern Suburbs. Access to the beach is limited, but it can be reached by public transport, boat, or with limited off-street parking available. There are plenty of activities to enjoy at Milk Beach, such as fishing, snorkeling, family picnics, or a leisurely walk along the Hermitage Foreshore.

Please note that lifeguards supervise 5 beaches in the region, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the region is January - air temperature during this time warms up to 25.9°C and water up to 24.8°C. The coldest month is July - air temperature drops to 16.8°C and water to 16°C.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Sydney? In total there are 12 beaches and the most popular is Bondi Beach.

Most viewed beaches of Sydney

Bondi Beach

Bondi Beach
8.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Blue pure water
Australia, Sydney 6.8 km
Tamarama Beach

Tamarama Beach
8.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Blue pure water
Australia, Sydney 6.7 km
Coogee Beach

Coogee Beach
8.5
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Australia, Sydney 7.3 km
Rose Bay Beach

Rose Bay Beach
8.2
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Australia, Sydney 5.6 km
Maroubra Beach

Maroubra Beach
8.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue pure water
Australia, Sydney 9.8 km
Milk Beach

Milk Beach
7.9
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Exceptional beauty, Picturesque, Easy access
Australia, Sydney 5.7 km
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Sydney?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in Sydney, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 12 beaches in total, of which about 7 can be called high-rated.

The best beaches in the majority:

They are also usually:

The best beaches in Sydney:

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How to view only nearest to me beaches in Sydney?

To find the beaches closest to your current geolocation, click the Nearby Beaches icon in the search box. You will see the nearest beaches sorted by distance from you.

Note, that if you only want to see the beaches closest to you in Sydney, you must be in that area to get the correct results.

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How to view all beaches in Sydney on map?

To view and filter by characteristics all beaches of Sydney, use the link below:

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What are all easy accessible beaches in Sydney?

Most of the beaches located in Sydney are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

Popular categories of beaches in Sydney by access:

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Top 5 popular beaches with easy access in Sydney:

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How to view all sandy beaches or beaches with other natural features in Sydney?

Use the "Main features" section of the filter in search results to see all the beaches with the feature you're interested in.

The most popular selections of beaches with natural features are listed below. Don't forget that you can create your own selection with any combination of features

Beach coverage and water

Natural scenery

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How to find uncrowded beaches in Sydney?

The presence of crowds of tourists on the beach these days is becoming a mass character, and sometimes you want silence and solitude. Use the filter in search results to view the beaches in Sydney by occupancy.

If the presence of a crowd on the beach is critical for you, pay attention to where you should not go in the season.

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Which beaches in Sydney are kid-friendly, good for relax, pet-friendly, naturist-friendly, camping-friendly?

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How to view all beaches by amenities details in Sydney?

Use filter in search results to select a beach according to your preference for amenities.

Popular beach infrastructure categories:

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How to view all beaches by activity of interest in Sydney?

Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.

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