[2025 Watsons Bay Restaurant] Travel Guide for Doyles on the Beach Restaurant (Updated Jul)

Watsons Bay is one of Sydney’s hidden gems — peaceful, scenic, and full of charm. I took a ferry over from Circular Quay and was greeted by calm waters, sandy beaches, and sweeping views of the city skyline. A short walk up to The Gap gave stunning ocean views, and the sunset from Camp Cove was unforgettable. It’s a perfect spot to relax, go for a walk, or enjoy some fresh seafood by the water. 📍 Address Watsons Bay Military Road, Watsons Bay NSW 2030, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 🕘 Business Hours Open 24 hours – as it’s a public beach and park area • Restaurants & cafes: Usually open 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM (times vary by venue) • Ferry service: Operates roughly 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM, depending on the day and season (check Sydney Ferries schedule) 🌴 Ambiance Watsons Bay has a relaxed, seaside village feel. It’s quieter than Bondi or Manly, with family-friendly beaches, walking tracks, and peaceful picnic spots. The harbour side is calm for swimming, while the cliffside walks give you dramatic ocean views. Great for couples, solo travellers, or families wanting a chilled-out day trip. 🛠️ Facilities • 🚻 Toilets: Available near ferry wharf, park, and beach areas • 🚿 Showers: Outdoor beach showers near Camp Cove and main beach • 🍽️ Dining: Famous for Doyles on the Beach seafood restaurant, plus cafes, fish & chips shops • 🧺 Picnic Areas: Grassy parks with benches and some shaded spots • 🛶 Water Activities: Swimming, paddleboarding, kayaking • 🅿️ Parking: Paid parking available (limited spots, fills up fast on weekends) • ♿ Accessibility: Ferry wharf and main beach are accessible; some walkways to cliffs may be steep 💰 Average Price per Person • Picnic or takeaway fish & chips: $20–$30 • Sit-down seafood meal at Doyles: $50–$80+ per person • Ferry from Circular Quay: ~$8.24 one-way with Opal Card • Total day trip average: $30–$100+ depending on dining and activities

Doyles on the Beach, located in Watsons Bay, Sydney, Australia, is a long-established seafood restaurant founded in 1885. Family-run for five generations, this restaurant is loved by locals and tourists alike. 📍Recommended points Located on the beachfront of Watsons Bay, Doyles on the Beach is a long-established seafood restaurant founded in 1885. It is one of Sydney's most famous restaurants, offering fresh seafood and spectacular views. It is known for its fresh seafood dishes in a beautiful beachside location. 🍽️Recommended menu Their specialty, fish and chips, are exquisite with their crispy batter and plump white fish. Enjoying a plate while looking out at the sea is an exceptional experience. 🏠 Store information Store name: Doyles on the Beach Address: 11 Marine Parade, Watsons Bay NSW 2030, Australia (GPS address: 3 Cliff St) Business hours: Lunch: Mon-Fri 11:45 AM – 3:00 PM, Sat & Sun 11:45 AM – 4:00 PM Dinner: Mon-Thu 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM, Fri 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM, Sat 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM, Sun 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM #0 yen trip

It's about a 30-minute ferry ride from central Sydney. I took a little trip out and spent a relaxing day at Watsons Bay! ※Sydney's ferries are public transport! So you can easily ride with your transportation IC Opal card🚢🇦🇺 ◎Recommended points ●The ferry ride feels great! Cruising while feeling the sea breeze makes you feel like you're traveling🌈✨ You can also enjoy the view of Sydney Bay. ●Lunch at a pub with a view of the sea Enjoy local beer and fish and chips on the open terrace🍻It was a luxurious time. 📍Location: Doyles on the Beach Restaurant ●Walking course to South Head Walk along the beach for about 15 minutes to the cape with the lighthouse. The scenery along the way is beautiful and it's a pleasant trail 🏖️ There is also a small nude beach along the way, so you can enjoy the sense of openness that you can only experience abroad ✨ ● Hornby Lighthouse The cute lighthouse with red and white stripes is perfect for photos! It's impressive to see it standing alone on the cliff ❤️🤍❤️🤍 ● The sea and sunset from the cliff An unobstructed panoramic sea. And at dusk, I was able to encounter a magnificent view where the sky and sea are dyed golden 🌆 ◎Access ・About 30 minutes by ferry from Circular Quay ・A short walk from the Watsons Bay ferry terminal You can start sightseeing! It was a day of healing with nature, scenery, and quiet time. If you feel like going a little further away during your stay in Sydney, Watsons Bay is really recommended! #WatsonsBay #SydneyTrip #FerryTrip #SunsetView