Manly Beach facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Manly Beach
View of southern section of Manly Beach, with Shelly Beach in the background
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Location	Manly, New South Wales
Nearest city	Sydney, NSW, Australia
Governing body	Northern Beaches Council

Manly Beach is a super popular beach located in Manly, New South Wales, a cool suburb of Sydney, Australia. It's one of the famous Northern Beaches! This long stretch of sand is actually made up of three main parts: Queenscliff, North Steyne, and South Steyne.

Manly Beach: Sun, Sand, and Surf!

How Manly Beach Got Its Name

Have you ever wondered how Manly Beach got its name? It was named by Captain Arthur Phillip way back in 1788. He was impressed by the local Aboriginal people he met there. He wrote that their "confidence and manly behaviour" made him decide to call the area Manly Cove.

Manly Beach circa 1900

Fun Things to Do Near the Beach

Right near Manly Beach, you can find other cool spots like Fairy Bower and Shelly Beach. You can walk along the oceanway to get to them. In the town of Manly, there are lots of shops where you can find souvenirs or beach gear. There are also many restaurants, cafes, and even places to grab a snack after a day in the sun.

Keeping Swimmers Safe

Safety at Manly Beach is super important! Lifeguards from the Northern Beaches Council are on duty all year round at South Steyne. They also watch over North Steyne and Queenscliff from October to April. Plus, amazing volunteer lifesavers help patrol the beach on weekends and public holidays between October and May. They are there to help everyone stay safe while swimming and surfing.

Getting to Manly Beach

Getting to Manly Beach is part of the fun! You can catch a public ferry from Circular Quay in Sydney's city center. The ferry ride takes about 30 minutes and offers awesome views of Sydney Harbour. If you're in a hurry, there are also "fast ferries" that take only 18 minutes. These private ferries run from Monday to Saturday.

Once you arrive in Manly, you'll walk along The Corso. This is a lively street just for people walking, filled with shops and places to eat. The Corso connects the ferry wharf (where the boats arrive) to Manly Beach itself. It also marks the spot where North Steyne and South Steyne meet on the beach.

Gallery

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  Manly Beach with big surf

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  Manly Beach around 1905

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  Manly Ocean Beach from South Steyne

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  Manly Beach in summer

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  Clouds over Manly Beach