Hidden gems: Public beaches in Australia

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Australia. This list contains 36 places from Public beach category.

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Cable Beach
Public beach
👍👍 The sunset seekers come like pilgrims to Cable Beach to view the descent of the mighty orb into the mighty blue ocean and sit there in awe and quiet long after the sun has dissolved its heat and fire into the cool depths. That’s a good time to be there. Also a good time for the early birds, like my...
4.90 (57 reviews)
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Brighton Beach
Public beach
4.90 (16 reviews)
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Alexandria Bay
Public beach
😐 I heard about the freedom to go freely swimming without much on and so I carried my hired bike all the way in to see a turbulent surf. Quite dangerous, so I took great care and for a quick skinny dip. Great walk in from McAnally Drive.
4.80 (145 reviews)
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South Port Beach
Public beach
👍👍 One of the most beautiful beaches u cannot miss in south Australia. Great place for a whole afternoon stay.
4.80 (124 reviews)
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Rainbow Bay Beach
Public beach
👍👍 Perfect place to swim and have a picnic. So many gorgeous picnics locations either on the hill or right up on the sand! Waves break quite early so really nice for a relaxing swim, feels like being in a gentle wave pool.
4.80 (77 reviews)
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Bombo Beach
Public beach
4.80 (21 reviews)
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Sandpatch Beach Stairs
Public beach
4.80 (20 reviews)
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Ramsgate Swim Nets
Public beach
4.80 (10 reviews)
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Johanna Beach
Public beach
👍👍 Powerful and needs respecting
4.80 (8 reviews)
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Williamstown Foreshore Trail
Park
👍👍 Beautiful place for relaxing.
4.70 (108 reviews)
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Spoon Bay
Public beach
4.70 (104 reviews)
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Mitchies Jetty
Fishing charter
👍👍 We hired a kayak and had a wonderful time. The staff are so friendly. Also, get a coffee, sit and enjoy the view. Just watch time go by. Perfect location.
4.70 (90 reviews)
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Freshwater Lookout
Public beach
4.70 (90 reviews)
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Esplanade Aldinga
Public beach
👍👍 Stunning views great water... awesome locals
4.70 (50 reviews)
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Store Beach
Public beach
4.70 (16 reviews)
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Koombana North Beach
Public beach
👍👍 Placid water beautiful beach
4.70 (6 reviews)
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Umina Beach
Public beach
👍👍 Nice and clean beach. Early morning is a great time for a walk on this lovely, quiet, sandy beach with a beautiful view of a blue-green ocean. The beach is also patrolled by life guards so its a safe place for swimmers. The beach is also dog-friendly, so you can take pets for a walk, but make sure y...
4.60 (118 reviews)
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Beach Haven Bonbeach
Public beach
👍 Great place to enjoy the fantastic beach!
4.60 (86 reviews)
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Shelley Beach
Public beach
👍 Nice short hike if not visiting Royal National Park for a full day. This spot is quiet and great to chill.
4.60 (82 reviews)
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Capel Sound Beach
Public beach
👍👍 Great beach walks and teatree reserve walks, cycling tracks, kids safe shallow, beach boxes
4.60 (80 reviews)
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