A Local's Guide to Palm Beach
Palmy is at the end of the northern beaches peninsula with surf on one side and the still, sailing-friendly bay of Pittwater on the other.
Palm Beach was once considered the weekend destination of many of Sydney's rich and famous.
Worth visiting are some excellent restaurants and some great cafes where you can watch the world go by while sipping your coffee.
One of the most popular beaches in Australia, Palm Beach offers surfing, windsurfing and kite surfing on the ocean side while swimming is ideal. The best time to swim at Palm Beach is between December 1st - March 31st when waves are calmer and water clearer.
Palm Beach itself has limited shopping, due to its isolation. Palm Beach is a beautiful area with large homes surrounded by greenery. In this area, you can find beautiful architecture, tranquil streets with a lush atmosphere that run down to the waterfront where many exclusive yachts glide into their berths.
The beach is around 2.3 km long and is home to the famous Australian television soap opera Home and Away.
Where is Barrenjoey Lighthouse?
Barrenjoey Lighthouse is located on the northernmost point of Pittwater, around 3km north of Palm Beach.
What is Barrenjoey Lighthouse?
Barrenjoey Lighthouse is an historical landmark and now serves as a prominent local landmark, with scenic walks around its base leading to some truly impressive views of Pittwater. With some of the best views on Sydney's north coast, Barrenjoey is an ideal place for casual walks, picnics and even fishing.
How far is Palm Beach from the CBD?
The CBD is around 45 km from Palm Beach. Depending on traffic, it can take around an hour and a half to drive from the city.
Where do the locals hang out at Palm Beach?
Palm Beach is an isolated area of Sydney, so the locals hang out at home, the beach or perhaps the yacht.
Where to eat in Palm Beach?
Palm Beach has a number of good cafes and restaurants:
1108 Barrenjoey Rd
1193 Barrenjoey Road
1097-1101 Barrenjoey Rd, Palm Beach
69 Bynya Rd, Palm Beach
What are some activities in Palm Beach?
Palm Beach is a very popular destination for both locals and visitors to Sydney due to its beautiful location. It is an idyllic spot for swimming, surfing and fishing, while the long stretches of beach are also excellent locations for picnics. You can also take advantage of some great cycling tracks that run through the area as well as enjoy a number of scenic walks around local areas such as Barrenjoey Headland.
What is shopping like at Palm Beach?
As Palm Beach is quite remote, there are limited shopping options in the area. For grocery supplies, you will have to travel south to Mona Vale. However, for other items such as clothing, you may have to travel further south to Avalon or Newport.
What kinds of accommodation are available at Palm Beach?
There is a range of accommodation available in Palm Beach, including luxury boutique bed and breakfasts as well as self-contained home rentals, best found online.
Is Palm Beach an expensive suburb?
Palm Beach is a beautiful suburb with limited access due to its isolation. As such, this means that the cost of living in Palm Beach is high and housing options are very limited. The suburb has long been associated with the wealthy and famous, and the high cost of living reflects this.
What hospitals serve Palm Beach?
Mona Vale Hospital has accident and emergency facilities or Royal North Shore Hospital which provides acute medical care services.
Is there a Golf Course at Palm Beach?
Yes, there is a Golf Course at Palm Beach. The course is located on the Pittwater side of the peninsula.
Can I learn to surf at Palm Beach?
You can learn to surf at Palm Beach. The southern corner offers great shelter and protected surf ideal for beginners. You can also enjoy some excellent surfing at the northern end of the beach, where there is a great surf break that produces some fast and challenging waves.
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