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Manly

New South Wales, Australia · Oceania

About Manly

Manly works well as a base: 10km from Bondi Beach.

Manly is a town located in New South Wales, Australia. With a population of 16,170, it is an important destination in Oceania.

On a road trip, Manly sits in Australia, where you drive on the left. It's in the Australia/Sydney time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Manly to your route.

About Manly

The Manly Substation is a heritage-listed electrical substation located at 34a-36 Whistler Street, Manly, Northern Beaches Council, New South Wales, Australia. It was built in 1945. It is also known as #15009 Manly 33 kV Zone/Residential Unit. The property is owned by Ausgrid, a privately owned energy utility company.

Read more The substation was added to the New South Wales State Heritage Register on 2 April 1999.

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What are the best things to do in Manly?

Manly offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Manly located?

Manly is located in New South Wales, Australia, Oceania. The coordinates are -33.7980 latitude, 151.2883 longitude.

What is the population of Manly?

Manly has a population of approximately 16,170 people, making it a town in Australia.

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Quick Information

Population
16,170
Continent
Oceania
Country
Australia
Region
New South Wales
Timezone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-33.7980, 151.2883

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Australia

Police
000
Ambulance
000
Fire
000
Non-emergency police
131 444
Driving side
left

112 works from mobiles. Distances between fuel stops in the outback can exceed 200 km: plan ahead. Wildlife is most active at dawn/dusk.

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Worth the detour from Manly

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

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Taronga Zoo Sydney

Harbourside zoo with spectacular views of the Sydney skyline housing over 4,000 animals from around the world.

7 km · about 15 min drive

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Sydney Harbour Bridge

Massive steel arch bridge spanning Sydney Harbour, affectionately nicknamed 'the Coathanger' and open for bridge climbs.

9 km · about 20 min drive

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Luna Park Sydney

Iconic harbourside amusement park at Milsons Point with stunning views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House.

9 km · about 15 min drive

tunnel

Sydney Harbour Tunnel

A 2.3 km immersed-tube tunnel opened in 1992 that dives beneath Sydney Harbour, the underwater twin to the Harbour Bridge linking the CBD with North Sydney.

9 km · about 15 min drive

beach

Bondi Beach

Sydney's most iconic beach, a golden crescent of sand famous for its surf culture and vibrant coastal lifestyle.

10 km · about 20 min drive

cafe

Cafe de Wheels (Woolloomooloo)

A legendary Sydney pie cart that has served hot pies and peas to locals, sailors, and road trippers from its harbourside van since 1945.

10 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Sydney Opera House Forecourt

Harbourside promenade at Bennelong Point offering the classic combined view of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge together.

10 km · about 20 min drive

museum

Australian Museum

Australia's oldest museum, specializing in natural history and Indigenous Australian culture with world-class collections.

11 km · about 20 min drive

Driving roads near Manly

  • Right hereSydney Harbour TunnelA 2.3 km immersed-tube tunnel opened in 1992 that dives beneath Sydney Harbour, the underwater twin to the Harbour Bridge linking the CBD with North Sydney.
  • 55 kmGrand Pacific Drive140 km coastal route from the Royal National Park to Wollongong and beyond, sweeping past Bald Hill's hang-glider lookout, seaside villages and the famous Sea Cliff Bridge.
  • 55 kmBald Hill LookoutClifftop lookout and hang-gliding launch at Stanwell Tops overlooking the Sea Cliff Bridge and Illawarra coastline, with roadside parking.
  • 58 kmSea Cliff BridgeA 665 m balanced-cantilever bridge that curves off the Illawarra escarpment and hangs over the Pacific, the photogenic centrepiece of Grand Pacific Drive south of Sydney.

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