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Bondi Beach
4.5
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Bondi Beach is famous for its glistening ocean, pristine sands, reliable surf and seaside spirit. It's laid back coastal lifestyle, cafe culture, boutique shops and thriving, eclectic community is equally enticing.
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An iconic Australian suburb, Bondi Beach is famous for its fantastic beaches and views. Once the domain of backpackers, hundreds of tourists from all over the world descend en masse to Bondi in December ready to enjoy the "Aussie summer". Bondi Beach boasts impressive ocean views all along the many restaurants and bars on Campbell Parade. Wake up early and take a dip in the surf before walking the scenic stretch from Bondi to Coogee Beach. Stroll through the Saturday organic markets in North Bondi or grab some fish and chips and relax in the grassy area opposite the beach. For more upscale cuisine, head down to Hall Street where a range of new eateries have recently opened. Just make sure to save enough energy for the buzzing nightlife Bondi Beach has to offer.
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Restaurants
925 within 3 miles
El Indio Bondi Beach
151
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Latin • Street Food • South American
Pompei's Bondi
376
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Pizza • Vegetarian Friendly
Drake Eatery
259
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Australian • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
Brown Sugar Bondi
340
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Mediterranean • Australian • Vegetarian Friendly
Hurricane's Grill Bondi Beach
724
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Steakhouse • Barbecue • Grill
Bondi Trattoria
420
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Pizza • Mediterranean
Anita Gelato Bondi Beach
99
0.1 mi$$ - $$$ • Dessert
Shuk
222
0.1 mi$$ - $$$ • Cafe • Mediterranean • Australian
Macelleria
205
0.1 mi$$ - $$$ • Quick Bites • Barbecue • Grill
The Depot Bondi
95
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Cafe • Healthy • Australian
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Attractions
662 within 6 miles
Bondi to Manly Walk
14
231 ftBeaches • Scenic Walking Areas
Bondi Markets
59
0.2 miFlea & Street Markets
North Bondi Lookout
48
0.3 miLookouts
Bondi Iceberg Club
166
0.3 miWater Parks
Tamarama Beach
481
0.6 miBeaches
Bondi to Coogee Walk
14,990
2.3 miHiking Trails
Black Sunday monument
7
0.3 miMonuments & Statues
Sam Fiszman Park
18
0.4 miNature & Wildlife Areas • Parks
Bondi Festival 2023
345 ftCultural Events
Bronte Beach
379
1 miBeaches
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Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information.
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4.5
6,750 reviews
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3,290
Very good
2,209
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978
Poor
204
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69
PBPG
Yorkshire, UK5,969 contributions
Great beach
Nov 2022
We took a bus to Bondi beach from Sydney, only cost us $3. It is an iconic beach both for its sands and sharks. The sand is fabulous, if a little hard to walk on. Parking is good with plenty around. The surf was fabulous
Written November 30, 2022
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Durwoody
Dallas, TX434 contributions
It was nice, BUT not sure what the big deal is...maybe if you're a surfer?
Feb 2023 • Couples
Nice beach. It was not crowded the day we went. It was part of a tour we did of Sydney. We had lunch at a restaurant located on the beach and later relaxed here for a short while. The sand was soft, and the water temperature was okay. I'm not a surfer, so I can't address that aspect. Overall, it was a nice beach, but nothing exceptional.

What DID work? I don't generally like beer, but the restaurant waiter suggested one popular in Australia (Bundaberg ginger beer) and I loved it! I have found it here at home!
Written March 26, 2023
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jaymo2015
Wirral, UK65 contributions
Best meal in Bondi
Mar 2022 • Friends
Omg delicious best meal in Bondi to date
We had the sharing lamb with lots of sides of veg. Delicious the meat was so tender, meat melted in our mouth - obviously a great cut of meat and cooked to perfection. Washed down with a Pinot noir. Great service and then to add to our experience live music. Great night
Written March 27, 2022
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Maz
15 contributions
A must go
Jul 2022 • Friends
Unfortunately I went there when the weather was at its worst! Torrential rain! However, that didn’t stop me from seeing the amazing view and despite the nsw gov warning to avoid water sports, there were still lots of surfers. Definitely will visit there again when the weather is better but A MUST VISIT. Take the train to Bondi Junction and catch bus 333 or 380 (u will see the beach and you can stop at any bus stop along the beach). First time in Sydney and the people and place is just beautiful.
Written July 4, 2022
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Melbourne, Australia98 contributions
One best beaches in Australia
Nov 2020
Bondi beach with its vast stretch of beach and families, nippers, and surfers are amazingly beautiful.

There’s real difference between north and south shore of beach. At present one side sits iconic restaurants and cafes, others have North Bondi surf club.

An easy way to spend time together, bring your chair, beach towel, and please watch out surfers and stingrays, or else Bondi patrol will come to rescue.

A breathtaking and beautiful place, Bondi Beach.
Written January 21, 2021
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Laura B
Swadlincote, UK77 contributions
Good facilities but not as picturesque as hoped
Jan 2020 • Couples
We walked to bondi beach from potts point. Great walk and bondi was nice. Good restaurants and good changing/shower/beach facilities. We hired an umbrella and 2 x loungers for $35 for 4 hours which was a lot but worth it. Was expecting a more picturesque beach but it was pretty standard. It was a nice day but wouldn't rush back.
Written January 21, 2020
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Rose M
Sydney, Australia7 contributions
Beautiful Bondi Beach
Feb 2020
Was at Bondi Beach late afternoon and it was great not crowded enough room where your not sitting on top of each other, highly recommend visiting the beach later in the day in summer. The was was really warm and clean. With a dinner on the grass area viewing Bondi turning into evening was breath taking.
Written February 24, 2020
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rarri22
Long Beach, NY14 contributions
Just an overall Greek beach town with an amazing nightlife and food scene
Jan 2020
So I stayed and bond I beach for four days I hate the trails north to Manley and south to Cordia Beach what an amazing experience to walk those trails. The beach itself is utterly amazing and you have so many people at the beach at all times the water was clean and clear cool refreshing and if you serve early morning had some of the best surfing I so I stayed in Bondi Beach for four days I hate the trails north manly and south to corgi beach what an amazing experience to walk those trails. The beach itself is utterly amazing and you have so many people at the beach at all times the water was clean and clear cool refreshing and if you surf early morning had some of the best surfing.I stayed at the week up hostile right in the heart of bond I beach which I recommend pretty much anyone because of how nice facilities are. Are you sure if you were there on a Sunday to go to the Bondi market great experience if you like flea markets and small vendor foods
Written January 10, 2020
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Zia_Khan
Lahore, Pakistan95 contributions
Blue water and clean beach
Jun 2022
The beach is well connected from the city using Bus and Rail.

The views on the way are amazing. The walkway has beautiful laid back feel with all kinds of restaurants and activity wear shops dominating the streets.

The beach was very clean, people were minding their own business. As it was the cold season so not many people were in water and we observed that helicopters hovering to monitor the people in waters inciting them to return to the sand.

The water was clear blue but the waves were high. Probably that is the reason this place is famous for surfing. It would be necessary to look over young children here.
Written June 18, 2022
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Nanioften
Boston, MA66 contributions
Fun beach but crowded
Jan 2020 • Couples
Bondi is the iconic Sydney beach, and it’s a lot of fun. The retaining walls have wonderfully colorful art painted by local artists, there are plenty of concessions, showers, and changing rooms, it’s easily reached by public transportation, and you can surf, swim, sunbathe, or sit in the shade of a rental umbrella as you like. And, if you like crowds of nearly naked folks sitting, surfing and sunbathing within inches of you, it’s the place to go. I prefer secluded, pristine beaches, so Bondi’s charms were limited for me. It’s a scene, fun to watch, not a place I’d want to stay.
Written January 26, 2020
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