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THE HOP, SKIP & JUMP BUS
A free community shuttle bus service, provided by Manly Council, to get around the local area on 3 routes 7 days a week. The bus route interchange is located at the Totem Shopping Centre in Condamine St,  Balgowlah; the buses go to Manly, Seaforth, Balgowlah Heights and North Balgowlah.Manly Route: Clockwise via Swim Centre, Senior Citizens Centre, Raglan/Belgrave St, Town Hall, Little Manly, Manly Wharf, Hill St (every day) or anti-clockwise via Fairlight St, Fairy Bower, Gilbert Park and Balgowlah Rd (Monday to Friday only) Ask at The Hello Manly Booking and information Centre for a timetable and more information.

ASN Transfers is Sydney’s premier airport shuttle service. ASN Transfers caters to Manly and surrounding Northern Beaches. (see advert below). ASN Transfers operates hourly shuttle services daily. Arriving at Sydney Airport at 4.00am and departing Sydney Airport at 11.00pm. EASY! Bookings are essential. For bookings and enquiries please phone 02 9997 7767. The office is open from 7.30am to 7.30pm 7 days a week. Visit www.asntransfers.com for all online bookings and further information.

Cruise around Scotland Island and the Western Foreshore, including Lovett Bay made famous by the books “Salvation Creek” and “The House”. Bring a picnic and walk around Scotland Island or the National Park and experience marvellous views, wildlife and waterfalls… or stay on for the round trip. Scenic Cruise departs hourly, return trip: Adults $14, half price concession, kids under 5 free. Tickets purchased on board.

Flamin’ Galah Sydney Tours and Airport Transfers offer a private taxi service to and from Sydney International and Domestic Airport Terminals. This is a direct, reliable and personal service aimed at large families or groups up to 24 people.

Manly Car and Truck Rentals in Manly Vale, has been proudly owned by the Meredith family since 1952. A range of late model, clean and reliable hatchbacks, station wagons, minibuses, mini buses, trailers, tabletops, tippers, delivery vans and furniture trucks are available at very competitive rates. Manly Rentals offer flexible rental periods including daily, weekly, monthly or long term. Complimentary pick up and drop off to Manly accommodation is available upon request. Open 7 days a week: Monday – Saturday: 8am – 5pm, Sunday 8am – 10am, 4pm – 5pm.

65 Kenneth Rd, Manly Vale NSW 2093
phone: +61 2 9949 3554 or +61 2 9948 4516
enquiries@manlyrentals.com.au, manlyrentals.com.au 

Departing from the Hotel Jetty in Manly and Jetty 6 at Circular Quay, this premium Fast Ferry service offers fast air-conditioned travel 7 days a week. Prices are: adult $9; child $6, SmartCard: discount travel from $5.The journey takes approximately 18 minutes. TVs and commentary are available on board along with a licensed bar and snacks. Tickets are available from the ticket booths or on board the vessels.

Manly ferry services leave from Wharf 3 about every half hour, with extra summer services between 10am and 6pm. The 30-minute ferry trip is the most memorable way to get to Manly, and a must for every Sydney visitor. Taking you past the iconic Opera House, with superb views of the Harbour Bridge, it is your opportunity to capture amazing postcard quality photos. You can purchase ferry tickets from ticket offices and vending machines at Circular Quay or Manly Wharf. The best way to use Sydney’s public transport is to get an Opal card. Look out for the ‘Opal’ logo at the airport and in the CBD.

The Sydney Harbour Eco Hopper operates between Manly, Q Station, Watsons Bay, Taronga Zoo, North Sydney/Luna Park, Fort Denison, Circular Quay and Darling Harbour 7 days a week. Tickets are valid 24 hours from time of issue, jump on and off as often as you like. Purchase tickets onboard the vessel or at the ticket booths.
2 hour round trip: adult $28, child $15
24 hour ticket: adult $40, child $20
Return fare Manly – Q Station: adult $10, child $5
Return fare Manly – Watsons Bay: adult $15, child $7.50