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How many people visit Bondi Beach each year?
2.6 million to 2.9 million visitors come to Bondi Beach each year, making it one of Australia’s most visited destinations.
- Annual visitors averaged 2.8 million from 2017 to 2019, with a record high of 2.9 million in 2018.
- Visitation dropped to around 300,000 in 2020, a 90% decline due to COVID-19 restrictions.
- Visitors rebounded to approximately 1.5 million in 2022, led by domestic travelers.
- In 2023, visitation jumped to around 2.2 million, about 75% of pre-pandemic levels.
How many tourists visit Bondi Beach each day?
Bondi Beach sees about 7,000 to 8,000 visitors per day on average, but numbers vary by season.
- Winter weekdays are quiet, hundreds to a few thousand visitors. Summer days and holidays can see up to 40,000 people in one day.
How much did tourists spend in Bondi Beach in 2023?
- In 2023, tourists spent A$1.8 billion in the wider Waverley Council area, which includes Bondi Beach, a 33% increase from 2022. This amount accounted for 67% of Waverley’s total economic output.
How much did international and domestic visitors spend in Bondi Beach?
- International tourists spent the most per visit, averaging A$108 per day-tripper.
- Domestic overnight visitors spent A$308 per trip
What are the best ways to experience Bondi Beach?
Visitors to Bondi Beach engage in a variety of activities, with beach and swimming (51% of domestic visitors) and dining and nightlife (87% of all visitors) being the most popular.
- Beach & swimming: 51% of domestic visitors went swimming or sunbathing.
- Coastal walks: The Bondi to Coogee Walk attracts 8,000 walkers daily.
- Dining & nightlife: 87% of visitors dine at Bondi’s restaurants and cafes or enjoy the nightlife.1
- Surfing & lessons: A top attraction, with thousands of beginners learning each year.
- Events: Major events include Sculpture by the Sea (450,000 visitors), City2Surf Fun Run, and Bondi Festival are major draws.
Bondi Beach Travel Resources
How long do tourists spend at Bondi Beach?
Tourists typically spend a few hours at Bondi Beach per visit.
- Most visitors are day-trippers. 95% of all visitors to Waverley LGA did not stay overnight. A typical visit lasts a morning or afternoon.
- International visitors to Sydney stay about 20 nights on average, but only a small part of that time is spent at Bondi (often a one-day excursion on their itinerary).
- Even domestic overnight tourists often treat Bondi as a half-day outing.
How many tourists visited Bondi Beach in 2023?
- In 2023, Bondi Beach welcomed approximately 2.2 million visitors, a 50% increase from 2022 but still below the 2018 peak.
How much did tourists spend in Bondi Beach in 2023?
- Tourists spent A$1.8 billion in 2023 in the Waverley area, where Bondi Beach is located, a 33% increase from 2022. This amount accounted for 67% of Waverley’s total economic output.
Who spent the most in Bondi Beach in 2023?
- International tourists spent the most per visit, averaging A$108 per day-tripper.
- Domestic overnight visitors spent A$308 per trip.
How many tourists visited Bondi Beach in 2022?
- Around 1.5 million people visited Bondi Beach in 2022, a sharp increase from 2021 but still 50% below pre-pandemic levels.
How much did tourists spend in Bondi Beach in 2022?
- Tourists spent A$1.2 billion in the Waverley area in 2022, indicating an early recovery phase post-pandemic.
Impact of COVID-19: Tourism Statistics 2020 & 2021
- Visitor numbers at Bondi Beach dropped by 90% in 2020, with only approximately 300,000 people visiting due to the pandemic.
- Travel restrictions were still in place in 2021 and tourism remained low in 2021. Exact data for this period is not available.
Bondi Beach Inbound Tourism Statistics in 2019
Approximately 2.6 million people visited Bondi Beach in 2019, including 1.7 million international tourists, making up 65% of the total.
- Spending by visitors in the Bondi area exceeded A$300 million in 2019.
- China, the UK, and the US remained the top source markets for Bondi Beach.
How many deaths occur at Bondi Beach?
Bondi Beach has historically recorded a higher number of fatalities than the average Australian beach.
- Between 1929 and 2020, 91 fatalities were recorded at Bondi Beach. Drowning was the leading cause of death, accounting for 74 of the 91 deaths.
- According to a report published in February 2024, there were a total of 70 drownings along Australia’s entire coastline during the summer of 2023/2024, representing an 11% increase from the 10-year average. Of these deaths, 88% were male.
How much does it cost to visit Bondi Beach?
Bondi Beach is a public beach with no entry fee, but visitors typically spend on other activities and services.
- Food & drinks: A$20 to A$50 per meal at beachfront cafes.
- Surf lessons/rentals: A$25 to A$100 depending on duration.
- Guided tours: A$40 to A$150 for cultural and sightseeing tours.
- Accommodation: A$100 to A$400 per night in Bondi hotels.
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