Popular Manly

Catching the ferry from Circular Quay to the seaside suburb of Manlyis a quintessential Sydney experience providing you with some stunning views of the Harbour, its islands and waterfront mansions.

Manly boasts both harbour and surf beaches and was once touted as being "seven miles from Sydney and a thousand miles from care". You'll find it still holds true today.

From Manly Wharf, spend the morning floating above the harbour. Sydney Harbour Parasailing takes those who are game out onto the water for an exhilarating ride that shows off the harbour from a completely different perspective.

Alternatively, experience a true adrenalin rush with Ocean Extreme. Gear up for a racy ride in an inflatable speed boat, dodging and weaving around larger vessels and riding through the wake.

Later, meander around to Oceanworld Manly, where you can see huge sharks being fed by hand, oceans of living coral and spectacular seal shows.

For spectacular views of Sydney's necklace of golden beaches, the entrance to Sydney Harbour and a distant city vista, head up to North Head, just a short bus ride from Manly Wharf.

Complete your visit to Manly with a stroll along the surf beach esplanade. If learning to surf has been a dream, surfing lessons are available and with experienced guidance you will soon be able to tackle the waves.