Situated on the northern beaches of Sydney, Newport Beach, 1.3 kilometres long, is a popular spot for both tourists and locals. Newport Beach has many facilities, including a cafe, shop that sells snacks and ice creams, Kiosk, picnic areas with barbecues, toilets and shower.

Newport Beach is north of Bungan and south of Bilgola Beach.

Newport Beach is the home beach of former world surfing champion Tom Carroll and the natural rock platform floor was a favourite subject for Australian photographer Max Dupain in the 1930s to '50s.

The close-knit community revolves around the beach, and there are many cafes that line the harbour. Living in Newport can be extremely expensive; local real estate prices are among the highest in Australia.

There are a good number of houses and apartments for rent in the Newport area. These can range from really low budget to pricey depending on what you require. There's also an abundance of holiday homes available if you know where to look, which can be a great option if you're planning a short-term stay or vacation.

It's around 40km to the CBD and takes around one hour, 30 minutes to drive to the CBD (traffic permitting), or you can take public transport on the bus. There are also several express busses available during peak hours.

Yes, there are various surf schools in the area if you're keen to learn. Most provide students with all the equipment and transfers to and from the beach. There are also several stand-up paddleboarding rentals in the area, so you can take trips around Broken Bay, on the other side of the headland, when you get bored of riding the waves.

Yes, there is an ocean pool in the area which locals and tourists alike utilise. They offer a safe alternative to swimming at the beach should you wish to remain in a controlled environment.

The good news is that there are plenty of amazing cafes and eateries for your enjoyment!

Some of the best restaurants are listed below:

The Peninsula Lounge

2406 Newport Blvd, Newport Beach

The Newport

2 Kalinya Street, Newport

Zubi Bar

323C Barrenjoey Rd, Newport

Yes, it is safe for families to swim at the beach. However, as with anywhere in the world, you should be mindful of rips and other dangers associated with sea swimming. The beach is patrolled during the summer months and there are flags to indicate where it is safe to swim.

No. You will have to travel south to Mona Vale and Long reef or further north along the peninsula to Avalon or Palm Beach.

There are plenty of little shops to get your essential items. Many people prefer to travel into Mona Vale for shopping, but it really depends on what you're after. Westfield Warringah Mall, for example, is only a short drive away and has everything you could need (and more).

Newport Beach is a popular beachside suburb for families. There are plenty of activities to keep the whole family entertained, from surfing to swimming at the ocean pools and more.

The main attraction for many people choosing Newport as their place to raise a family is its beach location. But this also means that it can be slightly more expensive than other, inland suburbs. There are, however, quite a few options for public transport which means you don't have to drive everywhere if you want to avoid traffic headaches.

Yes, yachting is a popular sport in the area. In fact, there are several yacht clubs located along the peninsula that offer members and visitors access to mooring facilities as well as various dining venues. The Royal Motor Yacht Club is located in Broken bay on the other side of Newport to the beach.

Locals like to hang out at the beach, but there are also several local cafes and restaurants where they enjoy catching up on some banter. Some of your locals might be keen to hit up an ocean pool for a swim or venture further south towards Mona Vale Beach which is usually less crowded than Newport during peak summer.

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