The Peninsula

The three Bs – beach, bush and bay – sum up the relaxed, outdoor lifestyle that is Sydney’s beautiful Northern Beaches. This spectacular 30km-long peninsula contains 22 glorious sandy beaches; three national parks; and numerous lakes, bays, basins and river waterways for fun (and escape). There’s literally something for everyone on Sydney’s beautiful Northern Beaches!

If you want to chill out in a romantic beach, bush or bay hideaway, it’s here. If you’re after a fun family holiday, it’s here. For the more active, there’s bush walking, surfing, diving, snorkeling, sailing, yacht charter, windsurfing, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, golf (there are six beautiful courses), tennis, tenpin bowling, and fishing, among others.

Alternatively, take a tour of the Aboriginal rock carvings in one of the Northern Beaches’ three magnificent national parks; enjoy a play or a movie; or wander through one of the many art galleries and open-air markets dotted along the peninsula.

Add to the mix superb restaurants and great boutique shopping – and you have the perfect recipe for a day trip, weekend away, or extended holiday stay. Best of all, all this and a whole lot more is available within a short, 40-minute road trip from the city or an exhilarating 12-minute seaplane flight!

(from Sydney’s Northern Beaches’ Visitor Association)