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History & Heritage

Manly has a long and intriguing history with tales of Aboriginal beginnings and early visions of a seaside resort. Spanning hundreds of years, there is so much more behind this magical seaside location. Immerse yourself in the many activities on offer and fall in love with Manly’s past.

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Midget Farrelly Surfing World Surfing Reserve

Manly – Freshwater World Surfing Reserve

Manly and Freshwater Beach is recognised as the ‘birthplace of surfing in Australia’ and in 2012 it was declared as a World Surfing Reserve. This…

Address
Manly Beach, New South Wales, Australia

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Manly Library

Manly Library is in the centre of Manly, just off the Corso between Manly Wharf and the ocean. The library is connected to the Whistler…

Address
1 Market Place, Manly 2095
Telephone
8495 5023
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North Head

Just minutes from the heart of Manly, North Head offers one of Sydney’s most stunning natural escapes, where sweeping ocean views, rich history, and diverse…

Address
North Head, Manly NSW, Australia

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Pathway of Olympians, Manly Cove

Pathway of Olympians

The pathway of Olympians celebrates more than 100 years of the Manly residents who represented Australia in Olympic Games – both Summer & Winter. Along…

Address
Manly Wharf

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Q Station Museum

Our unique moveable heritage collection features thousands of artefacts, including historical exhibits and interactive displays that tell the stories of passengers’ journeys, the challenges they…

Address
Q Station Sydney Harbour National Park, North Head Scenic Drive, Manly NSW, Australia
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Quarantine Ghost Tours

Sydney’s former Quarantine Station on North Head is reputed to be one of Australia’s most haunted sites, with stories of ghosts and paranormal occurrences entwined…

Address
1 North Head Scenic Drive, Manly
Telephone
(02) 9466 1500
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Third Quarantine Cemetery Tour

Established in 1881 for victims of a smallpox epidemic, the Third Quarantine Cemetery at North Head Sanctuary, Manly, is included on Australia’s National Heritage List…

Address
North Head Sanctuary Visitor Centre (located in the North Fort precinct), North Head Scenic Drive, Manly, NSW 2095.
Telephone
(02) 8969 2100
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Manly’s Historic Eastern Hill Tour

Join a leisurely walk with a local tour guide and historian who will showcase the locations and buildings that have helped shape the beautiful Eastern…

Date
9th September 2025 11:00am — 16th September 2025 2:00pm
Address
1-Belgrave Street, Belgrave Street, Manly NSW 2095, Australia
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