Esplanade Park
A lovely park at Fairlight near Manly in Sydney with a 4.5 rating across 42 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Esplanade Park sits at Fairlight, near Manly on Sydney's Northern Beaches, by the harbour. With 42 reviews behind its 4.5 rating, it's a much-loved green space.
The appeal is lovely green space by the water — a park with harbourside surrounds handy for a stroll, a picnic or simply relaxing and soaking up the views, close to the beautiful Manly and Fairlight foreshore. Its location makes it an easy and pleasant addition to a day out.
Parks and foreshore spots have changing facilities and seasonal conditions, so check current details if you're planning around something specific. Otherwise it's a free, family-friendly spot to enjoy whenever the weather's good — bring sun protection, water and comfortable shoes.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- WednesdayToday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 00:00 – 23:59
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 71
- Popularity
- 49
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
Nearby venues
Manly Pavilion
$$$Restaurants in Manly, Sydney.
The Espy, Manly
Bars in Manly, Sydney.
Hugos Manly
$$$High-end cocktail bar and club with an outdoor terrace and chic furniture, plus wood-fired pizza.
Felons Seafood
Restaurants in Manly, Sydney.
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