Double Bay Wharf
Upmarket eastern-suburbs charter pickup — close to shops and restaurants
Double Bay Wharf sits at the foot of Steyne Park in one of Sydney’s most upmarket eastern-suburb pockets. The wharf is small, the surroundings are leafy, and the boutique shopping and restaurant strip is a few minutes’ walk away. Locals use it for intimate charters; visitors love it as a step-up from the more frantic city wharves.
The wharf suits smaller and mid-size boats. It’s a peaceful, premium boarding experience with cafés on the doorstep — popular with eastern-suburbs locals doing birthday cruises, milestone celebrations and elegant low-key charters.
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Double Bay NSW 2028
Double Bay ferry from Circular Quay
Double Bay car parks, metered street parking
Upmarket eastern-suburbs wharf. Best for small-to-mid-size boats. Close to Bay Street shops and restaurants.
What’s near Double Bay Wharf
Double Bay Wharf sits in a context that makes for an easy pre- and post-cruise experience. Within a short walk:
- Bay Street boutique shopping — Designer boutiques, jewellers, premium retail
- Cosmopolitan Centre cafés — Casual and premium dining a few minutes walk
- Steyne Park & playground — Lawn space and kids playground at the wharf
- Redleaf Beach (Murray Rose Pool) — Sydney’s heritage tidal pool, 5-min walk
- Public toilets & changerooms — At Steyne Park
What kind of charters work from Double Bay Wharf?
Double Bay suits intimate to mid-size charters: birthdays, milestone celebrations, sunset cruises, smaller weddings, premium half-day charters. Boats up to about 70ft work; very large function vessels can’t fit. The location is ideal for guests who want an upmarket boarding experience without the bustle of King Street Wharf.
Frequently asked questions
Where exactly is Double Bay Wharf?
At Steyne Park, at the foot of Bay Street. Walk down from the Cosmopolitan Centre through the park to the wharf — clearly signposted.
How do guests get to Double Bay?
By car via New South Head Road, or bus from the city (frequent routes along Edgecliff). Edgecliff Station is the closest train but it’s a 15-minute walk uphill.
What size boats can pick up here?
Most boats up to ~70ft. Very large function vessels can’t fit — for big groups, consider Rose Bay nearby instead.
Is parking easy?
Limited paid street parking around Bay Street and Steyne Park. Tight on weekends. The Cosmopolitan Centre car park is the closest paid option.
Where to wait if guests arrive early?
The Bay Street strip — cafés, restaurants, and gelato. The Cosmopolitan Centre cafés are popular pre-cruise meeting points.
Is the wharf accessible?
Steyne Park is mostly accessible with sealed paths. The wharf pontoon has ramped access. Confirm specifics with the captain.
Nearby pickup wharves
If Double Bay Wharf doesn’t quite suit your group, these wharves nearby are popular alternatives:
- Rose Bay
- Darling Point
- Rushcutters Bay
- Watsons Bay
- Eastern Pontoon
Plan your Double Bay Wharf pickup
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