Gilbert Park - Manly (NSW)

N G Learn to skate here, then keep coming back for 45 years

Tara Winona This artists precinct is utterly inspiring - art studios in the old army sheds full of inspirational artworks, set against a backdrop of Sydney Harbour. Its art heaven! Definitely food for the soul

Lasaration With the waves nearby I thought it would be excellent to strum my seafoam green Fender stratocaster along with the small waves crashing on the tiny beach. I wasnt wrong! On one of the edges of Sydney Harbour you will find small beaches tucked away. This one is perfect for dogs to take a dip in. The view of the bridge. Brilliant!

Jackie McMillan After a few years of being completely closed to the public for reconstruction, Shark Beach aka Shark Bay aka Nielsen Park has finally reopened, so we thought a return visit was justified to see what they’ve done with one of our favourite Sydney Harbour swimming spots. Heck, this was where we got engaged all those years ago! What was going to be a big job, putting in a wheelchair accessible ramp and more seating, turned into a much bigger one, when the council discovered thousands of tonnes of asbestos contaminated material that needed to be safely removed. Anyway, that’s all done, and what we’ve ended up with is a fancier version of the previous beach with some designer monumental concrete touches that are a bit imposing but kinda work. The gorgeous 1912 kiosk has been freshened up and reopened as The Nielsen: I will review on Does My Bomb Look Big In This? soon. The generously proportioned 1932 Dressing Pavilion is unchanged, the adjoining park is untouched and fundamentally, it’s the same gorgeous place that it’s been for generations. I’m sure we’ll keep returning for years to come.

Sage Lovely spot for a dip in the sea baths.

Mike Li Very cool,relaxing and easy walking trail with fantastic ocean coastline view from North Curl Curl Beach to Freshwater. You can bring your dogs too. Also it’s popular fishing place.highly recommend.

Killo McM Cute spot to rest on the rocks and go for a dip!

Jia Ho I went there last time with my friends, which was the first time wed been there, and we love it. Such a lovely and non-touristy beach. Will get back there when we have change.

CORENTIN VARLOT Nice little park. Saw some possums during the night

Jessica Herbas I love this place so much! There wlare so many nooks and crannies here with spectacular views of the ocean. A shame that many areas were fenced off and there was graffiti but Im still grateful that I could walk around certain areas. Defiantly a place to visit in the Balmoral area - its not a hard walk to get to. Family friendly l.