Best Outdoor Activities in Cockatoo Island

"Just a few minutes from the better-known Manly Beach, Shelly Beach is a unique location on the east coast of Australia, since it actually faces west. With a large reef also sheltering the beach from the heavy ocean swells, Shelly Beach is a small and secluded haven – perfect for a quiet picnic on the sands or a gentle swim in the ocean. These calm coastal conditionsmake ShellyBeach an ideal spot for scuba divers and snorkelers to explore an..."

"Shelly Beach is secluded, quaint and one of the go-to getaway Sydney beaches for beachcombers craving some relaxation without any hassle. This is one of the best places to snorkel and scuba dive in Sydney, thanks to its clear, flat water and easy shore-to-sea accessibility. Divers often spot the site’s sunken motorcycle, weedy sea dragons, cuttlefish and even dusky whaler sharks."

"In Manly, walk down the palm tree-lined Corso, hit the promenade on the beach for an ice-cream, walk around to picturesque Shelly Beach, or grab a cold beer at Manly Wharf Hotel. Time your return ferry trip back to the Quay to coincide with sunset behind the harbour bridge."

"Bondi to Bronte walk – a must do when you visit Australia Catch the ferry to Manly – a cheap way to experience beautiful Sydney Harbour with stunning views of the city is to catch the ferry from Circular Quay to Manly and back. In Manly, walk down the palm tree-lined Corso towards the beach for an ice-cream, walk around to picturesque Shelly Beach, or grab a cold beer at Manly Wharf Hotel. Time your return ferry trip back to the Quay to coincide with the sunset behind the harbour bridge."

"Little Manly Beach in Sydney Harbour is an ideal hangout for families with kids of all ages. The water is calm, clean, and there are plenty of grass areas to roam around. When the little ones are done splashing and swimming, they can head over to the playground areas for even more active excitement."

"Located just a short distance from the popular Bondi Beach, but refreshingly far from the crowds, Tamarama Beach is a secluded spot that encompasses 80m of breathtaking shoreline. With strong currents and a left-hand reef break, this panoramic beach is a favourite of surfers and locals. Nicknamed ‘Glamarama’ back in the 1980’s, this beach became known for attracting beautiful, glamorous visitors to its narrow, luxurious stretch of sand."

"Tamarama Beach is a prime spot for getting away from the mega-crowds of Bondi while still staying close to all the city’s action—something that’s well-advised in today’s world. Here, you can throw a towel down on the light tan sand, go for a swim and surf the popular left-hand reef break. It has a truly local feel to it, attracting Sydney’s residents instead of solely backpackers and tourists like many of the city’s other beaches."

"Fans were up in arms when this pizzeria went vegan in 2015, until everyone realised the new style of pies were actually very, very good. Pizzas are of the traditional Neapolitan variety – there's a fantastic marinara or you can get a little crazy with a funghi pizza topped with swiss browns and a dairy-free blue cheese made from cashews that's way better than it has any right to be. 379 King St, Newtown, gigipizzeria.com.au"

"Hours: Tue-Sun 6am-11:30pmAddress: 379, King Street, NewtownPhone: +61295572224Website: http://www.gigipizzeria.com.au/. Gigi Pizzeria is putting King Street – or Eat Street, as we call it – on the map as vegan and veg-friendly headquarters. When the restaurant decided to get rid of cheese in 2015, they became a 100% plant-based pizzeria."

"Gigi Pizzeria is where some of the best Sydney vegan food and a traditional Italian pizzeria collide. Gigi is simply the place to go if you need to try one of the best vegan restaurants in Sydney. Gigi is an all-vegan pizzeria where you can eat traditional Italian favorites without any animal-based ingredients."

"If you’re hankering for dumplings, this restaurant offers some pretty sweet deals, all available for takeaway. 📍 Taste of Shanghai, 100 Burwood Rd, Burwood NSW 2134"

"This Sydney institution has been serving famished locals their favourite Chinese dishes since 1978. The lamb pancakes are a popular starting point, with the hot & sour soup a must-try entrée. The Mongolian garlic lamb will keep everyone happy, and you’ll want a never-ending serve of Singapore style noodles and chilli-pepper king prawns to round out the meal."