Bondi to Coogee Walk

Wear comfortable shoes! This is a beautiful walk however, it can be challenging. I used to run it all the time!
You get to go past the beaches of Tamarama, Bronte and Clovelly, and Waverley Cemetery. I always grabbed a smoothie at Tamarama and then lunch in Bondi Beach at The Bucket List.
This walk with its views never dissapoints.

If you have a short amount of time in Sydney, then this trail is a must! Great coastal view from Bondi to Coogee and it’s an easy trail. It takes about an hour to Coogee, but totally worth it. :)

Even though I had started the week scuba diving in Queensland, and days later had already walked several kilometers around downtown Sydney and harbour, I was not content to go hike-​free for my last week in Oz. My increasingly-​tattered guidebook listed the Bondi-​to-​Coogee walk as a must-​do experience, so I made this an «urban hike» on the day before my plane departed for the states.
Getting to the beach by bus was the first part; it was hard to figure out where to buy tickets at the ferry terminal, but once I did that it was straightforward. I started and ended my walk at the north end (Bondi) with the intent of doing a there-​and-​back trip.
I love the discovery aspect of walking or hiking in new places and the BtCW was no exception. The walk formed a series of serpentine cycles. As in: first walk out onto a beautiful ocean promontory; and then take the path inward to the next, sheltered cove or beach (each with it’s own unique character). Then continue out to the next promontory… and so on.
The inlets, in order, were:
– Bondi Beach (Starting point; longest and most popular beach on this tour; loads of shops and restaurants);
– Hunter Park (rocky cove with interesting sandstone formations)
– Mackenzies Bay (another rocky cove with sculptures along the path)
– Tamarama Beach (narrow beach with volleyball, surfing and BBQs aplenty);
– Bronte Beach (medium to small, family-​oriented beach);
– Waverly cemetery: (raised boardwalk w cemetery on one side and stunning sea cliffs on the other)
– Clovelly Beach (very narrow family beach dominated by a private beach club);
– Gordon’s Bay; (large, rocky cove with boating, snorkeling and scuba);
– Coogee Beach (large and popular beach; with hotels, clubs and restaurants)
As expected, it was a beautiful and unique journey and I thoroughly enjoyed my afternoon, stopping occasionally to take in the views, grab a snack or make quick side explorations. The only downside was the throngs of people doing the same thing on a partly cloudy Saturday. (which meant getting trapped behind others on some of the stairs and steeper sections).
The walking path distance to Coogee was 7 km, at which point I had a quick bite and a beer before heading back to my starting point, for a total of 14 km (8.7 miles) total. A fine farewell activity for my last vacation day in Oz.

This is a beautiful walk. If I lived in the Eastern Suburbs, I’d be doing this every weekend.
I’ve done it a few times now, once for Sculptures by the Sea, and a couple of other times not. No matter how hot it is, there is always a breeze coming in so the heat doesn’t feel too oppressive.
There are beautiful views all throughout, plus benches and water fountains scattered all over if you want to take a break. I love walking through the different beaches and seeing their different «personalities.»
Just be aware, there is a fair bit of stairs here! :P

Did this walk today and thank goodness I wore my
Sneakers! It’s quite a hike of hills, roads, and stairs. The views are breathtaking and so worth it!
The path was large as well so it never felt contested. A must do in bondi for sure!

Even though I did not choose the best day to do this walk it was still amazing! This easy going coastal walk takes you along clifftops and past the beaches of Tamarama, Bronte and Clovelly, plus Waverley Cemetery. The route took me a couple of hours at a leisurely pace with stops to take in the scenery, but you could make a day of it and spend time lazing on the beaches and exploring the local areas.

This walk is the quintessential Sydney experience, passing by some of the best beaches in Sydney. Starting at either Bondi (or Coogee — take your pick), it also passes by Tamarama, Bronte and Clovelly Beaches, plus Gordons Bay.
If it’s summer, stop at one of these spots for a swim, and turn the walk into an all-​day affair (make sure you take sunscreen!!) Alternatively, there are plenty of great cafes along the way. If the weather isn’t quite so good, it’s all the better for walking along the stretch near Waverley Cemetery, and getting moody photos of the gravestones.
Just be warned — for 2 weeks at the end of October to the start of November each year, the northern section of the path between Bondi and Tamarama is overridden with visitors for Sculpture by the Sea. Definitely try and see the exhibit, it is superb! But ideally try and visit during the week, rather than the weekend.

On a nice and sunny day this 6 km or so coastal walk seems effortless because the view you get is breathtaking! There are many small beaches along the way you can stop and relax or swim in and also cafes along the main road if you would like something to eat. There are many stairs so I suggest comfortable supportive footwear however the walk is still doable in thongs. There are a few bubbler stations along the way if you need water! During the summer there are «sculptures by the sea» along the walk which are incredible to see! This walk can get very crowded on nice days so be sure to be a bit patient as the walkway isn’t too wide. I’ve even seen a pack of Dolphins swimming in the ocean so you never know what you’ll see on the walk! Highly highly recommend this!

Embarrassed to say that I’ve lived in Sydney for more than 3 years and only just completed this walk for the first time last weekend! I’ll say this much — it doesn’t disappoint! My husband and I walked the reverse (Coogee to Bondi), only because we live closer to Coogee so started on our end.
Things to know:
* The cliff-​top coastal walk takes you through Coogee, Clovelly, Bronte, Tamarama, Bondi
* The total length is approximately 6 km. We walked it in about an hour and a half, stopping to take some quick photos. You can really take as long as you want, depending on what you’re in the mood for. You could easily make a day of it by bringing a picnic or stopping for a swim at any of the beaches
* There are lots of stairs. The terrain is well-​groomed, so it’s not a difficult walk; however, be mindful that there are quite a few stairs along the way. We saw plenty of kids finish the hike, so it’s not that bad :)
* Bring water! It’s a decent length walk and can get VERY hot in the summer — not a great deal of shade, as you’re walking along the cliffs

Is it bad that I only made it to Tamarama?
Next time, I’m going to do the entire walk. Even just that short 30 minute walk I did offered me some pretty amazing views of the coast. I can only imagine how awesome the rest of it would look.
You can start (or stop) at any of the beaches, which is the best part. If you get too tired, you can always just jump ship and take the bus home. Or you can just stop and lay there on whichever beach you happen upon. It’s really a win-​win situation.
You must do this walk — tourist, or not. Hopefully you’ll make it further than I did!

Great walk, beautiful cliff sides.
Lots of people jogging and working out. But it’s even beautiful and relaxing to just take your time and walk along the path. :)

Whether you are a fitness guru looking for a workout or just a beach goer wanting to take in some unique coastal sights, this walk will fulfill your needs. The terrain is paved sidewalk and stairs for the entirety of the path. This is what allows beginners and people with lower fitness levels to enjoy the beach walk. The beaches along the way are great places to stop for a swim, a toilet, a water break, or just an opportunity to sit and look around. The walk totals six kilometers and every centimeter is enjoyable. To get to the path, just use google maps from your current location as the buses run fairly regularly to and from both ends of the walkway. I would highly recommend this walk as a half day activity for anyone in Sydney.

Easily my favorite walk in Sydney. Highly recommended to all with a reasonable fitness level.
Wear a hat with wide visor because it’s always sunny and there is no shade! Wear comfortable shoes, bring a bottle of water, and most importantly — your CAMERA — and you are all set!
Spectacular views, great workout. What’s not to love?

The is a great 1.5 to 2 hour walk and easily accessible from Sydney by bus… we got the bus to Coogee and walked to Bondi vs. the other way round, then got another bus from Bondi to Watson’s Bay, spent a bit of time there and then got the ferry back to Sydney.
If you do it on a Sunday your Opal Card will get charged the grand total of $ 2.50 for the whole day!!! :-)

Reasons not to do this hike:
1. You cannot walk.
2. You have no appreciation for nature.
3. You despise beautiful things.
Seriously, it costs nothing and the views are STUNNING. Spectacular. And I’m not just referring to the really, really, ridiculously good-​looking male models you’ll encounter (see: any Australian guy).
Allocate two to three hours because you’ll want to stop for photos. There are plenty of spots to sit and relax. Take your time to soak it all in. Bring water and snacks. Alternatively, start from Coogee and end at Bondi beach so you can hang out in the Bondi area after. Lie on the sand and watch the graceful surfers do their thing. Surfbort.
WEAR SUNSCREEN. Apparently, there is a hole in the ozone layer over Australia. The temperature may not be that high, but you will burn.
I’d be shocked if you remain unmoved by the scenery. It almost convinces me that there is a God.

This is really a must do in Sydney both for residents and visitors. Be sure to pick an overcast day if you can because there is very little sun protection on the walk. I have never really figured out if its better to arrive in Bondi or Cooggee so go in either direction that you wish and enjoy the water. Its fun to walk past the more botanic parts near Tamarama that talk about the coastal plants. Stay out of the runners way if you can. Be thankful you are on the cliffs of some of the most famous beaches in the world. And remember, wear sunscreen.

If you go to Bondi Beach for a visit, spare more hours and do the Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk (6 km including 6 beaches).
We did the reverse as we parked at Coogee Beach area and so started our coastal walk from Coogee to Bondi, taking in the art installation of Sculpture by the Sea along the way in November 2014.
We took around 3+ hours for the 6 km walk as we took it slow. We started from Wylie’s Bath in Coogee. It was just breathtaking to see the beauty of the coast and the clear water and strong waves. People were surfing, swimming and sunbathing. There were water fountains along the walk so you could always refill your water bottle.
I timed my trip with the Sculpture by the Sea so the walk got busier in that stretch from Tamarama to Bondi. It was really neat to see the different art sculptures by the coast.
I had been to Bondi beach before and never really thought much about it. But this walk opened my eyes to other beaches in Sydney and I think they are much prettier and nicer than Bondi. Maybe because they had less of a touristy vibe compared to Bondi.
Do bring a hat and sunblock as the sun can be unforgiving in the early afternoon. Also bring a water bottle as you will definitely need hydration when it is warm.
It is a relatively easy walk as there are not many stairs to climb and not that steep in certain areas. Even if there were, it was very short. Just take your time and bask in the the natural beauty of the coast. There are not many places for snacks or food along the way.
I believe there are buses at Bondi which can take you back to Coogee if you parked there. I met my aunt in Bondi so she drove us back to Coogee to get our car. Parking is horrendously expensive in Bondi, so another reason to park in Coogee instead.

Very pretty! Great views of the ocean, the beach, and the city.
If anyone in your party has trouble walking, they can do some of this walk — it’s not short, but is fairly flat for a while. There are stairs at the end though.

The Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk is the best attraction Sydney has to offer, in my opinion. Stunning views of the ocean the whole way, plus beautiful beaches! I make sure I do this walk every time I come to Sydney.
My only secret is… we catch the bus to Coogee and end up in Bondi — it is definitely better! Especially going early in the morning and watching the surfers at Bondi Beach ;)
Also great for people watching! You see all sorts of people on the walk, from tourists, to locals, children, and dogs (yay!!!). Highly recommend to all!!!

I cannot imagine a more gorgeous way to start the morning than venturing out on the Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk. Sydneysiders and tourists alike crowd the picturesque path to walk, run, exercise their pets and take pictures (of themselves and the views).
The entire walk takes about two hours to complete and along the way you’ll be delighted by the many beaches, cliffs and breathtaking views of the ocean.
This walk should definitely be on your Sydney must-​see list!