Bondi is one of the most well-known beachside suburban areas on the planet– and with great reason. It’s got so much to offer, from bright-blue waters to impressive dawns, cafés and bars, seaside strolls and, obviously, the beach itself.
Bondi is world-renowned, with its sandy beach, Blue Ocean, surf lifestyle and focus on health pulling in people from all over. There’s a connection to nature here that’s seldom discovered in metropolitan cities, and a barefoot way of life that appeals to city dwellers.
Below are a few of the best things to do in Bondi beach;
Sun yourself on the rocks at North Bondi
North Bondi Rocks is Bondi’s best-kept mystery. It’s where the locals come to sun themselves, most of them with pups in tow. As Ralston illustrates, travelers tend to remain the middle of the beach, but heading north is where to find the local society. Spear fishers set out from this area, and people are always jumping into the ocean from the rocks. On a clear day, snorkelling can be enjoyed with schools of fish, possibly a blue groper or 2 and potentially a stingray to be seen.
Grab a book and a breakfast at Gertrude and Alice Bookstore and Café
This is a charming little area stashed on Bondi’s hectic Hall Street. The café’s patrons are most likely enjoying smashed avocado on toast or a banana and cinnamon healthy smoothie after an early morning surf. There are sufficient spots to settle into and take pleasure in some tasty grub or a fast coffee while perusing through Gertrude and Alice’s comprehensive selection of books– everything from classics to the most recent bestsellers. It’s also the ideal place for people watching.

Enjoy a plant-based meal at Eden Restaurant
The freshly opened Eden Restaurant is run by plant-based food lovers Simon Hill and Tanya Smart in cooperation with Chef Claudia Pantoja. The light and colorful area, which also consists of a garden yard filled with leafy pot plants, is the ideal area to sample some scrumptious twists on classic favourites, including spaghetti ‘bolognese’, cheeseburgers, nachos and pizza. There are also salads, sharing plates and a variety of desserts on offer along with a delicious selection of mixed drinks.

Salute the sun at Yoga by the Sea
Experience Bondi at its finest and participate in a yoga class next to the ocean. According to Ralston, this is one of the best spots on the planet to do yoga. Yoga by the Sea runs classes year-round, both early morning and night, and a drop-in class expenses 25 Australian dollars (₤ 13). Just do not forget to bring a mat! Later on, check out the world-renowned Bondi Icebergs Club at South Bondi. Entry to the club is $8 (₤ 4.20) for grownups and consists of access to the oceanfront swimming pool and sauna.

Delight in brunch at Porch and Parlour
Brunch is an art in Bondi, and there aren’t many better at it than Porch and Parlour. Think smash ‘n’ hash, green brekkie bowls and chilli labneh eggs. Pair it all with a coconut coffee frappe or a golden gut turmeric tea. Porch and Parlour opens for brunch from 7am till 3pm and is just a stone’s throw from the beach.