Guidebook for Queenscliff
Parks & Nature
Apart from the surf beaches just 5 minutes walk from our place, within 10 - 15 minutes, there are many bush walks, most easy going, with spectacular views, wild flowers, secluded harbour beaches and lagoon and dam swimming and boating.
Quiet small family beach, uncrowded. Five minutes stroll from home.
170 locals recommend
Freshwater Beach
Quiet small family beach, uncrowded. Five minutes stroll from home.
Long Reef Headland
Spectacular views. Watch paragliders at close quarters.
North Head
Spectacular views of Sydney heads and the harbour.
Spectacular views of Sydney Harbour, Manly Town centre and overlooking the general Manly locale.
9 locals recommend
Dobroyd Head Lookout
Spectacular views of Sydney Harbour, Manly Town centre and overlooking the general Manly locale.
Spectacular views of the Northern Beaches peninsular, Pittwater, Lion Island and North to Woy Woy. Great bush walks down to secluded Pittwater beaches. We are happy to take our guests, provided enough notice is given.
102 locals recommend
West Head Lookout
West Head RoadSpectacular views of the Northern Beaches peninsular, Pittwater, Lion Island and North to Woy Woy. Great bush walks down to secluded Pittwater beaches. We are happy to take our guests, provided enough notice is given.
A short drive from our place and a bushwalk with spectacular views of the Harbour, Manly and the entrance to the Spit. We are happy to guide you.
9 locals recommend
Dobroyd Head Lookout
A short drive from our place and a bushwalk with spectacular views of the Harbour, Manly and the entrance to the Spit. We are happy to guide you.
Arts & Culture
Local and historic Art. located just down from Manly Wharf along the harbour front.
94 locals recommend
Manly Art Gallery & Museum
1a West EsplanadeLocal and historic Art. located just down from Manly Wharf along the harbour front.
Shopping
Many designer label shops as well as others. You can get just about everything you want at The Mall - groceries to high fashion and everything in between.
18 locals recommend
Warringah Mall, Pittwater Rd, Stand A station
Many designer label shops as well as others. You can get just about everything you want at The Mall - groceries to high fashion and everything in between.
Everything Else
The Corso is the tourist mecca of Manly. It runs from the surf beach to the harbour beach and has - shops for food, fashion, surfwear, pubs and entertainment, and at the Harbour end is Manly Wharf where you can catch an iconic Manly Ferry or a fast ferry to Sydney city centre in 15 - 30 minutes
52 locals recommend
The Corso
The CorsoThe Corso is the tourist mecca of Manly. It runs from the surf beach to the harbour beach and has - shops for food, fashion, surfwear, pubs and entertainment, and at the Harbour end is Manly Wharf where you can catch an iconic Manly Ferry or a fast ferry to Sydney city centre in 15 - 30 minutes
Drinks & Nightlife
Good music and atmosphere. Also they have comedy nights with standup comics.
10 locals recommend
Old Manly Boatshed
40 The CorsoGood music and atmosphere. Also they have comedy nights with standup comics.
Hotel Steyne
75 The CorsoPopular pub with good local bands.
4 Pines Manly
43-45 E EsplanadeGood selection of beers brewed on site (close by maybe).
Neighborhoods
Manly Town Centre, a relaxing 10 - 15 minute walk along the surf beach esplanade, is chock full of tourism based shopping and tourist information. The famous Manly Ferry, taking you into the city in 30 minutes (15 minutes on the fast ferry), gives a leisurely cruise across the Sydney Heads, up the harbour, passing the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge - a tourist favorite.
271 locals recommend
Manly
Manly Town Centre, a relaxing 10 - 15 minute walk along the surf beach esplanade, is chock full of tourism based shopping and tourist information. The famous Manly Ferry, taking you into the city in 30 minutes (15 minutes on the fast ferry), gives a leisurely cruise across the Sydney Heads, up the harbour, passing the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge - a tourist favorite.
City advice
Customs and culture
Manly locals are friendly, you may be given a smile and g'day - please smile back.
Many locals walk in the mornings along our beaches - say hi!