Avalon Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A rocky shoreline with waves at sunset.
A beach with a dramatic sunset, a cliff, and calm ocean waves.
A sunset over the ocean with a rocky shoreline.
A beach with waves, a sandy shore, and a hill with a structure in the distance.
A green cup of coffee with latte art on a wooden table by the beach.

Stay near popular Avalon Beach attractions

Avalon Beach

8.4/10 (279 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Avalon Beach during your travels in Sydney? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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Activities

Sydney: Stand-Up Comedy Show by Kookies | Every Saturday

Sydney: Stand-Up Comedy Show | Kookaburra's Comedy

NZ$25
per adult
Sydney: Stand-Up Comedy Show | Kookaburra's Comedy
Broken Bay Pearl & Oyster Farm Tours

Broken Bay Pearl & Oyster Farm Tours

NZ$44
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Broken Bay Pearl & Oyster Farm Tours
30 Minutes Jet Ski Safari

30 Minutes Jet Ski Safari

NZ$184
per adult
30 Minutes Jet Ski Safari
Sydney Attractions Pass including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

Sydney Attractions Pass including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

NZ$63
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Sydney Attractions Pass including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus Tour

Big Bus Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus

NZ$79
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Big Bus Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus
Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour

Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour

NZ$62
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Avalon Beach Hotel Deals

Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney

5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street The Rocks NSW
The price is NZ$390 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$390
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
Shangri-La Sydney
Hyatt Regency Sydney

Hyatt Regency Sydney

5 out of 5
161 Sussex Street Sydney NSW
The price is NZ$363 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
NZ$363
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,207 reviews)
"Great location, easily walkable to many tourist sites and many restaurants. The view of the harbor is nice if it's a room facing that direction. The hotel is well maintained but does feel a bit old compared to the nearby newer hotels."

Reviewed on 12 Nov 2026

Hyatt Regency Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
199 George St. Sydney NSW
The price is NZ$417 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
NZ$417
27 Nov - 28 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Mercure Sydney

Mercure Sydney

4.5 out of 5
818-820 George Street Chippendale NSW
The price is NZ$267 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
NZ$267
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,324 reviews)
"the bathroom had mould there was a Happy Anniversary card and wine in the fridge for "Rod" everytime when neighbours arrived and opened there room door felt like someone about to open my door. constant water running sound. worst was that the light would turn on at night time at random hours."

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

Mercure Sydney
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
1 Martin Place Sydney NSW
The price is NZ$376 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
NZ$376
13 Dec - 14 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

4 out of 5
252 Sussex Street Sydney NSW
The price is NZ$317 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$317
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very good! (3,066 reviews)
"Best holiday place, friendly staff, clean, close food, coffee shop was awesome. So close to Darling Harbour awesome."

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
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Our guide on where to stay in Avalon Beach

Find the best Avalon Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Avalon Beach
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A historic clock tower with a modern skyscraper in the background.

Sydney Central Business District

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Sydney Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House, and jump on the metro at Martin Place Station or St. James Station to see more of the city.

A modern building with a glass facade and a distinctive white roof, situated by a waterfront.

Darling Harbour

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Darling Harbour. Check out top attractions like Australian National Maritime Museum and Sydney Lyric Theatre, and jump on the metro at Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station or The Star Station to see more of the city.

A lake with reflections of tall buildings, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

Sydney Olympic Park

Unique features of Sydney Olympic Park include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Afterpay Arena or Accor Stadium while you're exploring the area.

A coastal swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by rocky terrain and a building labeled 'Bondi Icebergs'.

Bondi Beach

Travellers to Bondi Beach praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Bondi Beach and Bondi Pavilion.

A waterfront with a ferry named 'Ocean Wave' and a building labeled 'MANYLY WHARF'.
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Manly

A noteworthy feature of Manly is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Manly Beach and Manly Wharf.

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