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Q: What’s the best time to visit Tamarama Beach?

The best time to visit Tamarama Beach is during the warm months from October to April when swimming and sunbathing are most pleasant. Early mornings and late afternoons are less crowded and great for enjoying the scenery.

Q: Is there a good spot for coffee near the beach?

Yes, visit Tamarama Beach Kiosk right by the beach for great coffee, snacks, and breakfast items with beachside views. It’s a local favorite and perfect for grabbing a bite before or after your swim.

Q: Are there lifeguards at Tamarama Beach?

Yes, Tamarama Beach is patrolled by lifeguards daily during the summer months. However, the surf can be strong—always swim between the flags and pay attention to safety warnings.

Q: Where can I join the Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk in Tamarama?

You can access the Bondi to Coogee walk from Tamarama Park, which sits directly above the beach. The pathway is well-marked and offers stunning ocean views in both directions.

Q: Is Tamarama good for families with children?

Tamarama Beach has strong currents and is best suited for confident swimmers. However, the adjacent Tamarama Park is a popular spot for families with facilities like BBQs, picnic tables, and a playground.

Introduction

Tamarama, nestled between Bondi and Bronte on Sydney’s eastern coast, is famous for its rugged cliffs, rolling surf, and a compact beach with a vibrant local character. Once home to the Wonderland City amusement park in the early 1900s, Tamarama now blends laidback charm with a creative spirit.

During July’s mild winter temperatures (averaging 8–16°C), you’ll enjoy invigorating coastal walks on the Bondi to Coogee trail and inspiring ocean views. The area offers cozy cafés and boutique meeting spots—ideal for networking or informal business gatherings—while nearby Bondi provides more extensive business services without the big-city rush.

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Dates05-12 July 2025

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Key Facts

Location

Eastern Suburbs, Sydney

Currency

Australian Dollar (AUD)

Religion

Christianity (most common)

Population

1,864

Language

English, Mandarin, Portuguese

Electricity

230V, 50Hz, Type I plug

Time zone

UTCAEST (UTC+10)

Country code

+61

Internet access

Broadband and 5G available, fast speeds

Climate

Temperate, mild winters, warm summers

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Logistics

To reach Tamarama, fly into Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, the nearest major airport. From there, take a train from Sydney Airport to Bondi Junction, then catch a local bus (such as the 381 or 333) towards Bondi Beach, alight at Tamarama—an efficient, budget-friendly option for business travelers.

Taxis and rideshares are also available but cost more. There are no direct ferry or boat options to Tamarama; the area is best accessed by road. Weather in July is generally mild and wintery, though occasional rain may cause minor delays—be sure to pack accordingly and check local transit updates during your stay.

Weather

Tamarama, NSW, enjoys a mild coastal climate with warm summers and gentle, cooler winters. Average summer highs reach around 26°C (79°F), while winter temperatures hover between 9–17°C (48–63°F). The area gets abundant sunshine year-round, with occasional rain, making it ideal for outdoor activities and beach visits.

From July 5 to July 12, Tamarama is in the middle of winter. Expect cool, crisp days with daytime temperatures near 16°C (61°F) and cooler nights. Light rain is possible, but extreme weather events are rare at this time. Pack a jacket and enjoy quieter coastal walks and dramatic ocean views.

Food & Drink

Tamarama’s food scene is relaxed and fresh, with a strong focus on Australian café culture. Expect excellent coffee, artisanal pastries, and light brunches, often featuring avocado toast, fresh seafood, and seasonal fruits. While there are few dining venues in tiny Tamarama itself, Bondi’s nearby restaurants—like Trio Café and Bondi Trattoria—are great for casual business lunches.

Local venues such as Tamarama Beach Cafe offer simple, tasty beachside fare and good coffee. Most eateries cater well to dietary needs, offering vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Tipping is optional in Australia but appreciated for good service; 10% is customary in nicer restaurants. For drinks, enjoy local wines or a craft beer by the sea.

Pavlova

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Vegemite on Toast

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Meat Pie

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Barramundi

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Lamington

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Accommodation

Tamarama is a boutique beachside suburb with limited accommodation options, and it doesn’t have hostels directly in its vicinity. Instead, consider staying at a hostel in nearby Bondi Beach, such as Wake Up! Bondi Beach or Bondi Backpackers, both of which offer business-friendly amenities like Wi-Fi, private rooms, and great networking spaces. Use booking platforms like Booking.com or Hostelworld for the best rates and availability.

For a more relaxing business trip, look into serviced apartments or boutique hotels along Campbell Parade in Bondi. These are a short walk or bus ride from Tamarama and offer easy access to cafes and meeting spots. July is winter and less busy, but book early as school holidays can increase demand.

Itinerary

Day 1

July 06 · Sunday

Ease into Tamarama by exploring its creative ambiance, soaking up the local coastal culture, and preparing for the week ahead with gentle introductions.

Stroll the Coastal Walk and Discover Bondi Art Installations

Ease into Tamarama by taking a scenic stroll along the Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk. This gentle walk offers ocean views and features intriguing public art installations, giving you an immediate sense of Tamarama’s creative spirit. Don’t forget your camera for the stunning views!

Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk, Tamarama NSW 2026, Australia

Browse Local Galleries and Artist Studios

Visit the smaller galleries scattered near Tamarama and Bondi, where you can view works by contemporary Australian artists. This is a relaxing way to immerse yourself in local artistic talent and connect with creative minds.

Nanda\/Hobbs Gallery, 12-14 Meagher St, Chippendale NSW 2008, Australia

Relax at Tamarama Beach & People Watch

Spend some time soaking up the sun on Tamarama Beach, an iconic spot beloved by both locals and artists. Enjoy the beach vibe, people-watch, and feel free to dip your toes in the sand as you settle into the rhythm of the area.

Tamarama Beach, Tamarama NSW 2026, Australia

Sydney Half Day Private Tour: See Sydney Opera House and Bondi

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Enjoy the best sightseeing tour of Sydney on your half-day private tour. Discover the picture-perfect views from Mrs Macquarie’s Chair of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Learn about the city's rich history and culture from your expert guide. Visit the very tip of Sydney Harbour at The Gap, and dip your toes in the ocean at the world-famous Bondi Beach. Travel through the exclusive suburbs of Paddington, Vaucluse and the notorious Kings Cross.

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Day 2

July 07 · Monday

Engage with Tamarama’s vibrant arts scene, focusing on discovering galleries, community art spaces, and meeting fellow creative professionals.

Creative Networking Breakfast at Bondi Pavilion

Start your day at Bondi Pavilion’s community space, where local artists and creatives often gather for networking breakfasts. Enjoy the chance to connect, exchange ideas, and build business relationships in an inspiring seaside environment.

Bondi Pavilion, Queen Elizabeth Dr, Bondi Beach NSW 2026, Australia

Visit Cooee Art Gallery

Explore Cooee Art Gallery, one of Australia’s oldest Indigenous art galleries. Discover contemporary and traditional artworks, and gain insights into Aboriginal culture from knowledgeable staff or local artists on site.

Cooee Art Gallery, 31 Lamrock Ave, Bondi Beach NSW 2026, Australia

Interactive Workshop at Waverley Woollahra Art School

Participate in a hands-on workshop at the renowned Waverley Woollahra Art School. Join local creatives for a morning or afternoon class in painting, drawing, or sculpture, and foster new artistic connections.

Waverley Woollahra Art School, 138 Bondi Rd, Bondi NSW 2026, Australia

Sydney, The Rocks, Watsons Bay, Bondi Beach FULL DAY PRIVATE TOUR

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See the spectacular sights and hidden local secrets on a private and personalised tour of Sydney. - Discover the famous Sydney Opera House, the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the historic old town laneways of 'The Rocks' once feared narrow laneways and 'convict built' pubs and churches. - See the gigantic figs, eucalyptus trees and their resident rainbow lorikeets and cockatoos in the Royal Botanic Gardens. - Meander around the impressive coves of Rose Bay, Watsons Bay and Darling Harbour. - Cliff side walks around South Head with incredible views of the Sydney skyline. - Have lunch on Bondi Beach - Australia’s most famous strip of golden sand. - Optional coastline walk to Tamarama and Bronte Beach, or easier stroll along the promenade. - View The State Parliament House, State Library, Mint, Convicts Barracks, St. Mary's Cathedral, Hyde Park, and the Art Gallery of NSW. - Look for giant pelicans and black swans and see thousands of wild bats in Centennial Park.

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Day 3

July 08 · Tuesday

Delve into Tamarama’s heritage, exploring its rich history, unique stories, and the influence of culture on local lifestyles.

Guided Heritage Walk of Tamarama

Join a local historian for a guided heritage walk through Tamarama. Learn about the area’s transformation from the site of the historic Wonderland City amusement park to today’s vibrant suburb. Great for unique stories and surprising local history.

Tamarama Park, Tamarama NSW 2026, Australia

Historic Bondi Tramway Exploration

Trace the path of the old Bondi tramway, which once connected Tamarama to Sydney’s city centre. Discover remnants of tram infrastructure and the story of how public transport shaped the region's culture and growth.

Bondi Road tram posts, Bondi Rd, Bondi NSW 2026, Australia

Visit Waverley Cemetery and Famous Graves

Take a contemplative stroll through Waverley Cemetery. This striking clifftop landmark offers insight into the area’s heritage, with headstones marking the resting places of prominent Australians and panoramic views of the Pacific.

Waverley Cemetery, St Thomas St, Bronte NSW 2024, Australia

Morning or Afternoon Highlights Tour in Sydney with a Local Guide

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This half day Sydney highlights tour is just perfect to kick-start or end your holiday. See all the city hot spots and tourist icons: Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Opera, Mrs Macquarie's Chair, Woolloomooloo, Harry Cafe de Wheels, Rushcutters Bay, Point Piper, Rose Bay, Vaucluse, Shark Beach, The Gap, Bondi Beach, Paddington, Darlinghurst, China Town and Darling Harbour. En route, your expert tour guide will provide you with all the insight information you need to know as a first time visitor: where are the best beaches in town? Or the best walks, the finest restaurants or the most atmospheric Aussie pubs. In fact, this half-day Sydney tour will leave you with so many ideas and plans that you'll likely decide to extend your stay in the world's most beautiful city!

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Day 4

July 09 · Wednesday

Day 5

July 10 · Thursday

Day 6

July 11 · Friday

Meet local artists and makers, witnessing creative processes and gaining hands-on insight into Tamarama’s contemporary arts community.

Ceramics Studio Tour and Demo at Claypool Bondi

Visit Claypool Bondi, where local ceramic artists open their studio to visitors. Watch live pottery demonstrations and explore the creative process, with opportunities to ask makers about their inspirations and techniques.

Claypool Bondi, 1/138 Bondi Rd, Bondi NSW 2026, Australia

Collaborative Mural Workshop with a Local Artist

Take part in a collaborative mural painting session led by a well-known Bondi muralist. Gain insight into public art creation while adding your own brushstrokes and learning about the storytelling process in community art.

Bondi Beach Graffiti Wall, Bondi Beach NSW 2026, Australia

Visit a Boutique Jewellery Maker’s Studio

Tour a Tamarama-based artisan jeweller’s studio to see how handcrafted jewellery is made, from metalwork to the final polish. Chat with the maker, discover unique designs, and understand the craftsmanship behind wearable art.

Studio Eke, 23a Gaerloch Ave, Tamarama NSW 2026, Australia

Kayak to Goat Island in Sydney Harbour with Local

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Come enjoy a morning sea kayak adventure on Sydney's beautiful harbour. No engine noise or fumes, just the sound of your paddle in the water and the sea birds squawking above! We'll experience the built environs and get up close and personal with many of the harbour's natural wonders and marine inhabitants. We'll paddle to the center of the harbour where we'll get some photos of you framed by the Harbour Bridge (I'm a professional photographer in my other job so expect good pics - no charge of course!) We'll then land and explore Goat Island (Memel in the local Aboriginal Language) before paddling back via Darling Harbour. Goat Island is closed to the public and landing is by special permit only. Your permit is included as part of the tour. After we're finished your welcome to have a hot shower before treating yourself to a great lunch at the famous Sydney Fish Markets a short walk away.

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Day 7

July 12 · Saturday

Attractions

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Private Tour: Half-Day Iconic Sydney

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This 4-hour, guided Sydney highlights tour is the perfect way to kick-start or end your holiday. See all the city hot spots and tourist icons. An expert tour guide will provide you with all the insight info you like to know as a first time visitor. Where are the best beaches in town? Or the best walks, the finest restaurants or the most atmospheric Aussie pubs? In fact, this tour will leave you with so many ideas and plans that you'll likely decide to extend your stay in the world's most beautiful city.

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Small-Group Sydney's Northern Beaches & Ku-ring-gai Park Tour

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Go Beyond Tours will let you explore Sydney’s famous Northern Beaches and enjoy a day of sun, sand, and surf on this small-group sightseeing tour. Take a stroll along the golden sands of Narrabeen, visit Palm Beach where the famous Aussie soap ‘Home & Away’ is filmed, and look out along the coast from The Spit and Long Reef. Learn about Sydney’s fascinating Aboriginal heritage with a visit to Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, admire the affluent waterside properties along Whale Beach, then taking the ferry from Manly to Circular Quay.

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Full Barrel Brewery and Distillery tour

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Join us for a leisurely discovery of Byron Bay's finest! We kick things off at 11 AM and will head to 3 local Breweries and a Distillery. Or 2 breweries and 2 distilleries. Also includes a large tasty Lunch. We also cater for all dietaries. At each Brewery and Distillery, we will get to taste a large selection of their Beers and Spirits on offer. With a guided tasting at each and 15-20 drinks in total throughout the day (all included) Not a beer drinker? No problem you can substitute for cider, wine or seltzer We visit any 4 of the following Breweries and distilleries which include: Stone and Wood brewery Byron Bay Brewery Seven Mile Brewery Lord Byron Distillery Cape Byron Distillery Common people brewing Wandana brewing Husk distillery ***If you have your heart set on a certain venue, please let us know in the comments section when making your booking. Some places are open on only on certain days *We can accommodate larger groups. Over 50 people. Private tours available

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