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Coogee Beach Overview

Listed as one of the best beaches in Sydney, Coogee Beach is famous for excellent surfing conditions, park areas with barbecue facilities, a wonderful selection of eateries and fun vibes. Coogee Beach is located along the Coastal Walkway and the road leading to the Beach is filled with trendy cafes, popular restaurants and ice cream shops. The Park offers a wonderful space for family picnics and barbecues.

Affectionately called “Sydney’s Seaside Village”, Coogee is a family-friendly beach located in the territory of New South Wales, Australia. It is the most popular beach where tourists get to have a pleasant experience. Thanks to its picturesque setting and mellow atmosphere, and chill vibes, Coogee beach makes for a perfect seaside vacation. 

Besides the beautiful beach views, Coogee is replete with world-renowned hotels, pubs, and cafes. You can come here and get a taste of the unique Australian cuisine as well as other international dishes. It is also home to the leading leisure and adventure activities which include Standup Paddleboarding & surfing classes, kite flying, and beach volleyball courts where you can have a ball of a time!

Slightly smaller than its counterpart Bondi beach, the Coogee beach is also known for its dangerous coast break, due to which it has been shielded with rock island to keep swimmers safe inside the shore. Safety instructions are also given by patrollers so that no accidents occur on the beach.

Coogee is crowded throughout the season by tourists and locals. Some come here for a picnic, others for surfing, walking, swimming or just basking in the sun. It is also the perfect spot to go for the waterfront stroll or go through the underwater trail on the dazzling seaside.

If you want to pass on the beach swim but still enjoy the waters, then there are baths like Wylie’s Bath that offer you a more private time for a little fee. Also, remember to end your day on the beach and watch the sun go down in tranquil waters.

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Highlights

• Coogee Beach offers ideal swimming conditions for families and other visitors as it is sheltered by a rocky island called Wedding Cake Island. 
• McIvers Baths is an only women and kids Ocean Pool and one of the most famous ones along the Coogee Beach. 
• There are several park spaces around the Beach offering perfect picnic spots, playground equipm224ent and barbecues.
• Coogee Beach has excellent surfing conditions. 
• Alcohol is banned at Coogee Beach which makes this Beach ideal for families and kids.
• On the northern side of Coogee Beach you can enjoy underwater scooter tours and snorkeling activities. 
• For some relaxing fun you can head to Coogee Pavilion rooftop bar and restaurant and enjoy a drink while you take in the views. 
• Enjoy a dip at Giles Bath which is a natural ocean rock pool with fantastic views of the open ocean. 
• The Beach offers a fantastic spot to enjoy the Sydney sunsets

How To Reach

The distance between Perth Airport to Coogee Beach is 32.7 km, which will take about 32 minutes to reach via State Route 7. You can hire a taxi from the airport, which will cost around Rs. 3000 to Rs. 4000. While there is no direct bus to Coogee, you can take a connecting bus from Fauntleroy Av that will leave you on Cockburn Road.

From here you can walk to Coogee Beach, which will take about 5 minutes to reach. The bus journey will take 2 hours to reach.

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Best Time To Visit

The best time to visit Coogee Beach is from February to May when the crowds are less and the weather is pleasant. Apart from this, the month of August to December is also good for traveling to Coogee. The month of March to May is less crowded at Coogee Beach as it is usually the off-season. During this time, the price of airlines also becomes cheaper.

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Places to Stay in Coogee Beach

1. Adina Apartment Hotel Coogee

The Adina apartment is located closest to the beach, which will give you a panoramic view of the sea from your room. Its price starts at ₹ 8000 per person and has options for a 2 bedroom apartment, 1 bedroom apartment and a studio room.

Address- 183 Coogee Bay Road, Coogee NSW 2034

2. Mad Monkey Hostel

If you are looking for comfortable and budget-friendly accommodation, then Mad Monkey Hostel will be best for you. Mad Monkey has facilities ranging from restaurants to free WiFi. Not only this, but they also provide snorkeling gear and boogie boards to make your sea experience unforgettable in Coogee. Its room price starts at ₹2000 per night and is located 500 m from the beach.

Address- 186 Arden St, Coogee NSW 2034

3. Myola Coogee Accommodation

Myola Coogee Accommodation is a budget-friendly hotel, located at a walking distance from Coogee Beach. It offers single rooms, double rooms and child-friendly rooms, making it a convenient space for your long or short stay. It is also located near the city, from where restaurants, cafes and shopping centers are available within walking distance.

The price of a single room starts at Rs 2000 per night and for the double room, it is Rs 3000.

Address- 23-25 Alfreda St, Coogee NSW 2034

4. Kookaburra Beach House

Ever dreamed of living in a mansion? Then Kookaburra Bach House will grant your wish. Situated at a distance of 200 meters from the beach, every room in Kookaburra oozes out modern luxury. The hospitality offered here is impeccable and the best part is that the owner itself lives here and warmly welcomes its guests. Room price starts from Rs 3000.

Address- 151 Coogee Bay Road NSW 2034

5. The Local Hotel 

The Local Hotel is situated 5 kilometers from the beach. It’s a four-star hotel with cozy rooms that gives the feel of the Victorian era. Here you will also find a whiskey bar and fine dining area, which serves excellent drink and dinner. The room price starts at ₹6000.

Address- 282 South Terrace, South Fremantle WA 6162

6. Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach

Crowne Plaza Cozy Beach is a four-star hotel that offers facilities such as airport transportation, WiFi, car rental and currency exchange. It has been given five stars in cleanliness, service, and value by tourists. Crowne Plaza has ocean view rooms, smoke-free rooms, and suites available. The room price starts at ₹9000.

Address- 242 Arden St, Coogee, Randwick, New South Wales, 2034, Australia

7. Coogee Beachside Budget Accommodation

Coogee Beachside Budget Accommodation is the most affordable beachside hotel. It is equipped with a sun terrace, BBQ facilities, street parking, and many other facilities. You can find more than 50 restaurants and 5 to 6 attractions within 0.5 km from Coogee Beachside Accommodation. The room prices start at ₹2000.

Address- 178 Coogee Bay Rd, Coogee, Randwick, New South Wales, 2034, Australia

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Tips for visiting Coogee Beach

If you like a less crowded beach, avoid going to the beach on weekends. 

Coogee is on the lists of beaches where alcohol is banned and illegal. If you are caught drinking alcohol here, you may have to pay a heavy fine. So, say no to liquor on the beach.

Coogee Beach is known for its dangerous coast break, so follow all the safety instructions that lifeguards give you to avoid any accidents.

Always swim between the flags on the beach because a lot of dangerous aquatic animals are found in the Australian sea.

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Places to Visit near Coogee Beach

1. Australian Museum:

Australian Museum is the oldest museum in Australia built in 1827. It is 7 kilometer from Coogee. Here you will find 190 years old artifacts of Australian, Egyptian, African, Chinese and American culture.

Address- 1 William St, Sydney NSW 2010

2. Fremantle Village:

Located 3 kilometers from the beach, Fremantle Village is a popular tourist caravan park that offers accommodation. Every Saturday night they also host a fun-filled stand-up comedy to make their guests' stay memorable. The price of the cabin starts from Rs. 4000.

Address- 25 Cockburn Road, South Fremantle WA 6162

3. Darling Harbour:

Located 10 kilometers from Coogee, Darling Harbour is a favorite spot for tourists. Adjacent to Sydney city center, it is one of the city's well-known attractions. It is popular for its Sea Life Aquarium, Sydney Wildlife Zoo, excellent souvenir shops, and fine dining restaurants. Darling Harbour also has an amazing nightlife, where you can party with your friends to the fullest.

Address- Sydney NSW 2000

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Point of Interest for Coogee Beach
Snorkeling At Gordons Bay
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Snorkeling At Gordons Bay

Gordan Bay is located between Coogee and Clovelly, north of Coogee beach. It is a calm, secluded and quiet place as it is not explored by many people except scuba divers. Here you can snorkel 600 m underwater and explore the wilderness beneath the only underwater trail of Sydney. Gordon Bay's Underwater Trail is a self-guided trail that takes a total of 40 minutes to complete. 

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 Coogee Beach Walk
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Coogee Beach Walk

Coogee beach is known for its calm and serene atmosphere. Take a coastal walk to get a real feel of the beach. It will mesmerize you with its fine white sands and an incredible oceanic view. The most popular walking route is Bondi to Coogee, which is 6 kilometers.

On this walkway, you will find beautiful landscapes, new places, and restaurants. You will also come across the famous and scenic Waverley Cemetery, where the grave of Aussie writer and poet Henry Lawson can be found. It will take you a total of 2 hours to complete this entire walkway.

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 Eat At Coogee Pavilion
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Eat At Coogee Pavilion

If you want to enjoy delicious food along with the entire panoramic view of the coastline, then visit Coogee Pavilion. It is a family-friendly restaurant that also has a play area for children, where you keep them busy while you are enjoying the summer sighting.

They have many food options available, ranging from vegetarian food to delicious drinks. The restaurant is open from Monday to Thursday and Sunday from 7:30 am to 12:00 am, while on Saturday from 7:30 am to 3:00 am in the morning. 

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Swim In Mcivers Bath
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Swim In Mcivers Bath

Built in 1886, McIvers Baths is the last of its kind. It is the only bathing pool left for women and children in Australia. The bathing pool is surrounded by rocks from all sides, making it safe to swim in one of Australia's most dangerous shores.

It is located on the cliff between Coogee Beach and Wylie’s Baths and has full facilities like a shower room, changing room, and locker. If you wish, you can also donate some money which goes directly to the maintenance of the pool.

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Surf on The Beach
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Surf on The Beach

Enjoy Australia's greatest surfing experience at Bondi Beach. The waves here will definitely give you an adrenaline rush while refreshing you to the core! If you are new to surfing, you can also learn it from a professional surfing school called "Let's Go Surfing" on the beach itself.

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Coogee Beach Nightlife
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Coogee Beach Nightlife

1.Clovelly Hotel

To see the best weekend in the town, visit Clovelly. It is full of dance, music, and drinks. Even on weekdays, the bar is filled with food, DJs and theme parties.

2. Fnky Mnky 

FNKY MNKY is new in town which arranges regular parties and events like Salsa night and DJ night. It is one of the popular restaurants among locals and tourists for its nightlife. The best thing about FNKY MNKY is that it is situated near the ocean, giving its guests a beautiful view. 

3. Coogee Bay Hotel

The oldest Bay Hotel is the perfect location for partying. Located near the beach, the Bay Hotel has a fabulous beach bar, lounge, garden and sports bar for its guests.

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Tourism Board Alliances

Coogee Beach FAQs

How long is Coogee Beach?

Coogee Beach is located in Coogee Bay which is 400 m wide, faces the southeast direction and extends 120 meters north and 50 meters south.

What does Coogee mean?

Coogee is Sydney’s suburban area. Its name was taken from the local word of Aboriginal Australians Koojah, which means “smelly place” or “smell of seaweed drying”.

How long does it take to walk from Coogee to Bondi?

The distance between Coogee and Bondi beach is 4 kilometers which takes 2-3 hours to complete the journey.

Are dogs allowed at Coogee Beach?

No. Dogs are strictly prohibited on the beach. If you wish, you can take your dogs at Trenerry Reserve, a dog park that is 5 minutes from the beach.

Is Coogee Beach alcohol-free?

Yes. Coogee Beach is an alcohol-free beach and it is illegal to drink here. Due to the high tourist season, it is prohibited so that alcohol-related violence does not occur on the beach.

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