North Head Sanctuary
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Ever wanted to get away from the hustle and bustle of every day life and thoroughly cleanse your mind? Possibly one of the most strikingly spectacular places to get away from it all is
on the northern beaches.
With 270 degree views of the whole of Sydney,
North Head is a photographer's dream. It's a serene and peaceful place to contemplate the visual beauty of the harbour, the ocean and the city. Spend a day, or a few hours picnicking, walking, or zoning out with a book.
The walking track around North Head
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North Fort and
Fairfax Lookout – a great place for stunning panoramic photography. There are several places to stop for a picnic, or if you'd like to relax after a long walk, you can enjoy a meal in the
North Fort Cafe.
Back in the mid 1930's, the area was a school of artillery - where army gunners lived and trained. If you'd like to take a two hour guided tour, you can discover the military history and natural beauty of
North Head. This four kilometre tour includes the magnificent parade ground, examples of the art deco buildings, authentic WWII tunnels and pristine bushland.
There's an informative Visitor Centre at
North Head, which features an exhibition on the history of the area. There's a Discovery Room which hosts activities for the kids too.
I found it the perfect place to teach my children to drive, as the road around
North Head is a loop, and there are plenty of gentle speed humps to test their skills. (Thanks to the serenity of the area, I could leave my valium at home...)
Getting there is easy.
By car:
From Manly follow Darley Road onto Scenic Drive. Turn left off Scenic Drive at the
sign. Plenty of parking is available on site.
By bus:
Sydney buses run to North Head daily. The 135 service from Manly Wharf leaves approximately every ½ hour. For further information and timetables check the
Transport Infoline website .
By foot:
The walk from Manly wharf to the
takes approximately 45 minutes. Walking tracks link to the
from Shelley Beach and Collins Beach.
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