Northern Beaches

Summary: The flagship suburb of the Northern Beaches, Manly is set on a physically striking slice of headland that is renowned for the quality and variety of its lovely beaches. It boasts an airy, open feel that’s far more “tropical” than the core areas of Sydney further south, and has become a magnet for tourists and expats alike due to its bevy of dining and drinking options. Distance from the Sydney CBD and eye-watering property prices hamper its viability somewhat, and thus it largely remains “a nice place to visit” rather than to live for those without very deep pockets. Read Review