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Manly Ferry

Circular Quay, Sydney, New South Wales 2000, Australia
As featured in 3 days in Sydney
Ranked #7 of 302 attractions in Sydney
4.5 of 5 stars 707 Reviews
Type: Ferries/ Boats
Fee: Yes
Traveller Description: The Manly Ferry is an easy and cheap way to get to Manly and to take a tour of Sydney Harbour -  tickets cost about $10 (same as a coffee and cake... more »
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

Such a lovely time going over about 4.30pm and walk around Manly Fish and Chips and an excellent night views on the way back

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

For much less money, you can get the same spectacular views of the harbour and harbour bridge as you make you way to Manly. There is a small kiosk on board. Consider travelling early or late in the day and make the most of the low light for photographs. Also consider catching other ferries than go under the harbour bridge... More

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Sydney
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

The Manly Ferry is the best, stress free way of getting from Sydney to beautiful Manly. Always an enjoyable experience.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW via mobile

You can probably see more of Sydney in this 30 minute ride than any other mode of transport in the city. The fare is fair and the destinations are amazing.

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New Jersey
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42 reviews 42 reviews
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22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

The trip to Manly was fine and the walk around Manly was so-so. Definitely a touristy, beach town feel. But we timed our return trip to arrive in Sydney Harbor at sunset and the view was spectacular. Red skies behind the Harbor Bridge and the Opera House lit for the night.

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California City, California
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

The ferry is awesome for getting to and from Sydney to Manly. They are safe, affordable, clean, offer a terrific view and the ferry even has WIFI!

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Goondiwindi
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Great quick trip, very comfy and has a fantastic view all the way.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

I simply love these old bangers. The option exists to take the fast ferries but the old Manly Ferries are so much more endearing. I have had my heart in my mouth as well on occasions when the swell has been roaring in between North and South Heads. The nose of the vessel dips into the swell and the spray... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

What a gr4at trip, just do it for the fun and try to have a meal over at Manly if time. On time, easy to negotialte and in/outdoors seats. clean and friendly

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

Take the ferry to Manly for dinner; leave Circular Quay around sunset and enjoy the harbour - priceless! :)

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