Dating in Manly
In shortManly is a beach suburb with a harbour side and an ocean side, and the ferry ride there is half the date. It suits people on the Northern Beaches and anyone who fancies a day out. Shelly Beach is a short walk from the main beach.
A first date idea
Spit Bridge to Manly, for active types
This 10 km walk takes about four hours through Sydney Harbour National Park, past quiet beaches, Grotto Point Lighthouse and Aboriginal rock engravings, with views from Dobroyd Head. It has steep, uneven steps. Finish in Manly and take the ferry back to the city.
Source: Sydney.com: The best walks in Sydney, checked 8 November 2026
Catch the ferry from Circular Quay and walk the beach at the other end.
