A wide shot of Bondi Beach showing crowds of people both sitting — Photograph: Daniel Boud

Sydney beaches

Wanna get the most out of the coast? Here are the best things to do, places to eat and cocktails to drink at our most beautiful stretches of sand

Tuesday 20 December 2022

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Written by Time Out editors

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From Sydney’s most famous seafront to the hidden bathing spots around the harbour, here’s our ultimate guide to our city’s glorious beaches.

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