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Brighton-Le-Sands Beach

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Protected swimming area with a shaded promenade & views of planes landing at nearby Sydney Airport. People often mention beach, water, Brighton, Sydney, area, view, time, Beach, nice, restaurants,


Address

The Grand Parade, Brighton-Le-Sands NSW 2216, Australia

Website

www.bayside.nsw.gov.au

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (2.5K reviews)

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  • 5/5 Adrian M. 2 years ago on Google
    Popular beach where the water is calm with small waves like a southern Europe beach suitable for swimming. There's a swimming net, but many people swim outside the net area. However, there's no lifeguard available. In the day, there's stand up paddle boards available for hire, and there's an area for beach volleyball. The beach has bathroom and outdoor shower facilities, and is surrounded by plenty of restaurants, cafes, ice cream and coffee outlets. You also get a decent view of the airport from here and can watch planes take off and land.
    12 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Risaa K. 1 year ago on Google
    It was after 6 pm when we reached there. Maybe because it was summer, it wasn’t that dark. The sky was blue and the white clouds looked like wool. The air had salty taste of ocean. The sand was vast. We couldn’t hold our excitement. Especially my friend as it was her first time. Love the tall trees on the side of the road acting as border between the two lands separating the civilisation from the nature. Being the water girl, it was hard to hold myself from going to the water. There wasn’t many people as it was a weekday. The water was cold but we definitely enjoyed walking near the wave. There was something about the beach that made us forget about our adult body and brought the inner child out of us; collecting the sea shells, racing with each other, splashing water, dancing and singing loud like nobody matter in that moment, like we didn’t care about going to job tomorrow. The sun set slowly turning the sky into the canvas full of different beautiful colours; pink, purple, blue, red, yellow, orange. My heart was filled with joy; seeing the beauty of nature that I can’t explain in words but just feel it at that moment. It was getting dark and we could see the stars and constellations. The seven stars constellation still looks like a pot to me where my mom used to boil milk. As I lay down on the beach watching the stars, it reminded of my hometown where I was born and grew up, where I used to look at the stars.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jazzz M. 1 year ago on Google
    Beach with white sand and no waves at all. Can observe the plane as it takes off and lands. Nearby you'll find several excellent dining options as well as nice coffee! A great family outing location.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Saniya S. 2 years ago on Google
    Good vibe and lively place. But the beach itself is very dirty with rubbish everywhere. It's more about the ppl I guess. I saw disposable food containers, cans, bottles n all other trash n maybe that's y the water looks a bit more dirtier. There are many restaurants there and music n drums that add a nice touch. Maybe better when lesser crowd on the beach. You can see planes landing n take off if u enjoy watching that since airport is right there.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 John C. 2 years ago on Google
    Brighton-Le-Sands is French name, sounds romantic. There are white soft sands and beautiful sea. You will see Sydney city from the beach and it close airport.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rajesh T. 2 years ago on Google
    Found this hidden gem around Brighton-Le-Sands... easy parking and small secluded beach with close view for flights landing/ taking off at Sydney Airport. About 4 km round trip walk to main beach and shops from here ... Amazing easy costal with some stunning view
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bharat M. 1 year ago on Google
    White sandy beach with no waves. Can watch plane take off and landing. Good restaurants and ice creams gelato Messina nearby.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Papri B. 3 years ago on Google
    this beach is visible from my balcony and 30 min walking distance from my house. it was one my greater decision to move here. this place makes me calm and happy every single time. its quite underrated as not much people visit this place which actually makes me fall tor this place even more. walking in solidity or spending quality time with friends here. not to forget some cool coffee shops around
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 reoc z. 3 years ago on Google
    it was amazing, clean and nice people there and a lot of halal restaurants
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 SABIN A. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely beach , especially if you love long walks. Very safe beach. There is a netted area for swimmer. With a view of flights landing and taking off, this offers a less crowded option as compared to other Sydney's popular beaches.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mich. M. 4 years ago on Google
    Super family friendly beach. During the weekdays there are lots of elderly people that are so friendly. There are no lifeguards because there isn't really a need for them, there are hardly any waves and you can swim in netted areas. Plenty of places to eat so you can stay the whole day. Toilets and change rooms all near the part of beach with nets so very convenient. Ramp also avail. Beach is pretty clean so we let our toddler roam around without shoes, and never have any issues unlike other beaches where I've seen glass etc. Free untimed parking in nearby streets makes it even better. My toddler also loves watching the airplanes land and takeoff. Best time to go is to watch Sunrise, the reflection of the colours on the water will take your breath away.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Sherwin P. 4 years ago on Google
    Still water beach. Great for an evening walk or for plane sighting.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Javed T. 2 years ago on Google
    The beach is close to the city and it has its charms at night. At the day time It’s bit crowded but at night the whole bay just for you. Close to the restaurants, public transport. Good place for bbq.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Terence L. 3 years ago on Google
    Brighton beach has some of the whitest sand I've seen... On a sunny day it's beautiful... great views. Try and swim in the nets. It's safer. 😉👍 There are sharks in Botany bay😮swim🏊‍♂️in nets if you want. Watch out for rips in water just off the beach. Be safe and have fun. 🐟🐙🐚🏖☀️👙🩳🩴👒🧢🇦🇺
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Heba M. 3 years ago on Google
    Me and my family like to go to this beach to enjoy our time and watching the planes taking off as Sydney International Airport is near to the water. Most of time the the water warm and the best time to enjoy and have some privacy at this beach in the early morning before becoming crowded. It's a good place with amazing view.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 carlos m. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing beach and place for coffee and ice cream
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Nikki V. 1 year ago on Google
    Netted beach but not patrolled. White sand stretches from Kyeemagh to Dolls Point. Lots of grassy shaded area for picnics and to get out of the sun. The water does have jellyfish and occasionally there are sand lice. Weekdays are better as it gets very busy on the weekend and not very peaceful with the amount of jet skis in the water. Good spot to plane watch as the runway is across the bay. There are plenty of restaurants and cafes in the areas as well - takeaway options to have a picnic along the esplanade. Only street parking is available along the beach however there is a parking station at the Novotel across the road from the beach.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Norrish E. 10 months ago on Google
    Beautiful views, you could see airport from distance. It would be good for a family picnic or couple😉
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lakshminarayanan V. 8 months ago on Google
    30mins drive from Homebush. Calm and not too crowded. Enough options to fix your lunch/any meals. Good place for kids to build sand castles and play. Dedicated ocean access protected by shark nets. Near by Sydney airport runway so kids will enjoy flights landing and takeoff
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 ehsaan s. 6 months ago on Google
    Wonderful place for day trip,family picnic But the beach area is very small and little bit dirty otherwise fantastic place Shot beach :Brighton Le Sands (formerly Brighton-le-Sands and also known simply as Brighton or Brighton Beach), is a suburb in southern Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Brighton Le Sands is located 13 kilometres south of the Sydney central business district, on the western shore of Botany Bay. Brighton Le Sands is in the local government area of the Bayside Council and is part of the St George area. Some history : The area between the Cooks River and Georges River was originally known as Seven Mile Beach. It was changed to Lady Robinsons Beach in 1874 to honour Governor Sir Hercules Robinson's wife. Cook Park, established in about 1882, is a strip of reserve land 30 metres inland from the high water mark of the sea.[citation needed] The park is named after Samuel Cook who advocated it as a public pleasure area. The name Seven Mile Beach was last used in the Sydney Morning Herald on 28 February 1879, whilst the first use of the name Lady Robinson's Beach by the same newspaper was on 1 June 1877.[citation needed] New Brighton was the name given to his new housing estate by tramway pioneer Thomas Saywell, who had plans to emulate the famous seaside resort Brighton in England.[2] Land acquisitions began in the 1840s but no significant development of Brighton Le Sands occurred until the railway opened to Hurstville, via Rockdale in 1884. In 1885 Thomas Saywell constructed a tramway from Rockdale to Lady Robinsons Beach, along Bay Street. He was given a 30-year lease on the line. Thomas Saywell also financed and built the public swimming baths, a substantial picnic area called the Shady Nook Recreational Park (1898-1918), a race course and the Brighton Hotel, on the current Novotel site. The developments were a huge success. To avoid confusion with the English Brighton, the district became known as Brighton-le-Sands. From 1900, the tramway was electrified. The tramway passed into government ownership in 1914. The line was closed in September 1949, as the Sydney tramway system was slowly wound down.[citation needed] A bus route replaced the tram route. Brighton Baths attracted a large number of Sydney's weekend holidaymakers. The racecourse operated from about 1897 to 1911. The baths were also popular with punters who could cool off after a stressful day at the races..
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chaos 6 months ago on Google
    This has to be the best beach for kids or the not so good swimmers, tiny waves, gorgeous views, unbelievable walk along the beach front, why not make a day of it, swim, visit local restaurants and most of all have fun. With these painful interest rate hikes Sydney people seems to have lost their infectious smiles. Go to the beach and regain that laughter you won't be sorry. Oh nearly forgot, ample free parking as well. Watch them little ones though
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 S P. 4 years ago on Google
    Went to this beautiful beach on Christmas day to chill and relax with family and friends. Beach and the water is clean. You will get a beautiful view of planes as it is close to the airport. You will also see people Kiteboarding, and its amazing! People were amazing and friendly. No life guard service here, so those who cant swim, like me, should be careful. It was a day spent well. There are around 5-6 parking lots alongside the beach so keep driving alongside the beach until u find a parking space. The last parking lot is the biggest.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Priscilla J. 1 year ago on Google
    Its alot more crowded than it was a few years ago. As usual minimal waves but the atmosphere is very lively here.

  • 1/5 Omar A. 3 years ago on Google
    Coold

  • 5/5 Kristy K C. 3 years ago on Google
    Surprisingly, we spotted a fox in the evening . Watching moon over the sea, listening to the waves was an memorable experience. So many food options easily available nearby the beach.

  • 4/5 Pedro W. 3 years ago on Google
    Great for family outing

  • 5/5 Roshana M. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice airport view and long beach.

  • 5/5 Marco G. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice to have a walk in the morning while sipping the coffee looking at the still gold and blue water ??

  • 5/5 Dan W. 2 years ago on Google
    A great spot to catch the morning sun and planes arriving into Sydney. At night it’s lively with a large selection of restaurants, minutes away from the beach front.

  • 5/5 Mustafa E. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome location

  • 2/5 Tina J. 4 years ago on Google
    Welcome to the tent museum. I don't understand why so many people come all the way to a beach away from home to build a 3 bedroom gazebo for a couple of hours when they are supposedly visiting the beach. It almost feels like you're walking through a market but no one is actually selling anything. Doesn't feel like a beach at all anymore, just looks like a disorganised overcrowded camping ground next to some water. It's still nice when it's less crowded though.

  • 5/5 Duc-Nhan N. 2 years ago on Google
    Nothing better than watching the sun rise while swimming at the beach.

  • 5/5 Ad I. 3 years ago on Google
    Always love to visit this beach every week for the morning walk.

  • 5/5 Misspiggyexplores 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful beach with lovely surroundings, cafes & restaurants 😍☀️☀️

  • 2/5 Cat K. 3 years ago on Google
    There are no public toilets anywhere? Come on The Sands RSL, I know you got toilets in there?

  • 5/5 Alshog w. 1 year ago on Google
    A very pleasant beach to relax and picnic with the whole family.

  • 4/5 Wissam S. 3 years ago on Google
    Family friendly beach front with lost of different places to eat good affordable food.

  • 4/5 Kristy B. 3 years ago on Google
    stunning day, gorgeous place

  • 5/5 Camila S. 1 year ago on Google
    Love this beach. Perfect restaurants and cafes around there. The sea is not that strong waves and not that cold, it’s good.

  • 5/5 Renan H. 1 year ago on Google
    One of the quietest beaches in Sydney and you can find good places to have dinner :)

  • 5/5 Lucas X. 3 years ago on Google
    Great beach, quiet most of the time and some nice coffee shops around.

  • 5/5 Joydip S. 1 year ago on Google
    Popular beach for its calm waters and beautiful backdrop with aircraft landing and taking off at Sydney airport. Accessible from Rockdale station. No lifeguard service. Lots of seating arrangements and other public amenities.

  • 5/5 Jomar B. 1 year ago on Google
    Long stretch of white sand with small waves. You can watch planes landing. You can swim but I heard there are sharks spotted before. So don’t swim if there are no flags or lifeguards.

  • 3/5 seher a. 10 months ago on Google
    As a hijabi woman, I am happy to go there with my husband. There is a nice long walking/biking path. However, the beach is not clean enough for swimming. Additionally, my friend experienced itching after swimming there

  • 5/5 M T. 9 months ago on Google
    Our family favourite beach. I mean we love to go there. The view is absolutely gorgeous. I love to watch the planes landing and taking off and this beach will provide you a great view

  • 5/5 Kumuthu M. 9 months ago on Google
    Beautiful beach! Great family outing location, so many cafes around there.

  • 4/5 Christopher A. 4 years ago on Google
    This strip of popular water front has a nice ambiance but certainly not the same energy as some other areas. You will find people even on weekdays congregate to the early hours of the morning but the place is clean. Worth a visit to enjoy dinner and a stroll.

  • 4/5 Henry C. 4 years ago on Google
    I always go for a stroll here whenever I needed air. It's a great place, lots of wind blowing, beach is clean and decent, plenty of facilities to wash up and fill up your drinks. It is also surrounded by a lot of cafés and places to eat, so it's easy to grab fish n chips, ice cream or even have a proper restaurant meal. The beach stroll is I think it excellent, there is a platform before the sand that you can use to enjoy the beach view without actually committing to having sand in your shoes. My gripe is just around parking, it can get quite hard to get parking by the beach in the busy area

  • 5/5 Alice M. 6 months ago on Google
    Lovely place to visit in the morning near sunrise. We came here after visiting the airport.

  • 4/5 John k. 6 months ago on Google
    Brighton Le Sands (formerly Brighton-le-Sands and also known simply as Brighton or Brighton Beach), is a suburb in southern Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Brighton Le Sands is located 13 kilometres south of the Sydney central business district, on the western shore of Botany Bay. Brighton Le Sands is in the local government area of the Bayside Council and is part of the St George area.Lady Robinsons Beach and Cook Park run along the eastern border of Brighton Le Sands, on Botany Bay. The beach is also commonly referred to as Brighton Beach and is known for its off-white sand. Brighton Le Sands features a mixture of low density houses, medium density flats, high rise apartments, retail, cafés and restaurants. The Grand Parade runs along the foreshore and intersects with Bay Street, at the commercial centre.!

  • 5/5 Kelly M. 3 years ago on Google
    Clean waters, the sand feels nice and a lot of crowd going for a swim.

  • 4/5 Rosemary S. 3 years ago on Google
    It is very nice but too busy.

  • 5/5 Gregory D. 3 years ago on Google
    Blue waters...⭐??

  • 5/5 Boosom B. 3 years ago on Google
    All in all

  • 4/5 Trang L. 3 years ago on Google
    Quiet beach. Great for walks and picnic. Calm waves which would be suitable for children and families.

  • 5/5 Kitty K. 3 years ago on Google
    Luv

  • 4/5 Syed saleh ali h. 3 years ago on Google
    This is a calm and beautiful beach, near to airport.

  • 5/5 Gjorgji K. 3 years ago on Google
    Thats it, I will have a house here one day

  • 5/5 Jessie C. 3 years ago on Google
    I loved it

  • 3/5 Sanjin M. 3 years ago on Google
    Busy, and dirty

  • 4/5 DB M. 3 years ago on Google
    Good for the kids

  • 3/5 Clodoaldo P. 3 years ago on Google
    It's a very peaceful water beach near by the Sydney airport. By the way this is the view you have at most part of the horizon. I particularly prefer open ocean or natura as the background when I'm at a beach, but I have already had good moments at BLS.

  • 5/5 MrRaihancr 3 years ago on Google
    My all time favourite

  • 4/5 Beautilishious By S. 3 years ago on Google
    There is communal valley ball for public to use ?

  • 3/5 BIBIN S. 3 years ago on Google
    Good beach to venture out if you or your little ones like collecting sea shells. Comparatively smaller beach and lesser ppl (maybe due to a weekday). Good view of the planes taking off and landing.

  • 4/5 George N. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place lovely Waterfront

  • 5/5 Timmy W. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful beach I always been there also enjoy nice dinner with different types of food and dessert etc.

  • 2/5 samii r. 3 years ago on Google
    Too many imbeciles

  • 5/5 Philip B. 3 years ago on Google
    The Best walks cycling time out Up by sanringham

  • 3/5 Subahini 3 years ago on Google
    It was nice

  • 4/5 Antony B. 3 years ago on Google
    Pretty, especially on a beautiful day like today. Plenty of places to eat. Unfortunately, a lot of traffic.

  • 5/5 Rajan R. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place

  • 5/5 Abena A. N. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice nature reserve.

  • 5/5 HAY D. 4 years ago on Google
    Used to

  • 5/5 Anthony K. 4 years ago on Google
    A very relaxing place and great for sight seeing. Sydney International Airport is just across the water. The best time to visit this beach is early in the morning so you can see the beautiful sunrise and it won’t be too crowded. I hope you enjoy it.

  • 4/5 Malcolm E. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice

  • 5/5 Tom R. 3 years ago on Google
    Good for stroll and bike rides.

  • 5/5 Michael H. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place. The sands are so clean and crisp you could almost eat it.

  • 5/5 David H. 3 years ago on Google
    Was hoping the Testarossa Cafe was still open but the whole food court was closed ??

  • 5/5 Subash T. 3 years ago on Google
    Open place lots of people best place


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