See Sculpture By The Sea

Bondi To Tamarama 2018

Sculpture by the Sea is for you if you are after something a little different. This event becomes more popular each year from Bondi Beach to Tamarama Beach via the 2km Coastal Walk. The walk is steep with steps in parts but sealed, but more than the walk is the crowds which make this exhibition challenging to navigate, especially around the popular artworks.

I did the Sculpture by the Sea in 2018, and every year it gets better and better.

A crowded Bondi Beach on a hot November Saturday.

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Sunscreen is a must whenever you are here. It is on for about two weeks, free and no bookings are required. Pick your time and day with care, not only for the crowds but the sun that can beat down on you this time of year.

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Sunshine. More artwork is on the parkland on top of the headland.

Starting at Bondi Beach

Bondi Beach is a vibrant area with shops, cafés and restaurants and the beach to keep you occupied. You can walk along Bondi Beach, past the Icebergs Dining Room and Bar, where you head up the steps to the beginning of the show. Sculpture By the Sea lines the walkway, and in the park at the top of the headland, more artwork is on show. There are talks during the day.

As you descend the headland, you come into Tamarama Beach. Here you can find more artwork on the beach.

On the Coastal Track to Tamarama Beach.

I was there on the hottest Saturday of November 2018, over 30°. Add the crowds, and it seems even hotter. Drinking fountains and bottle refillers were available on the Tamarama side of the walkway, and the Tamarama Surf Club was raising funds by making soft-serve ice cream, which was the most popular, and snacks to eat. There is also a café at Tamarama Beach.

Horizon. By far the most popular judging by the crowds.

Sculpture by the Sea is not only a must-see for locals and visitors, but a great day out for families. The Sculptures are varied in both design and style, as you can see.

Counterpoints. The artwork is made from all sorts of materials. The headland behind is where you walk around to Tamarama.

When It’s On

Check out the website Sculpture by the Sea, or check when it’s on in Sydney, 18 Oct-4 Nov 2024, and the Sculpture by the Sea in Cottesloe Beach, Perth, 3-20 March 2025. You can find details on the Perth Sculptures here.

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22 comments on “See Sculpture By The Sea

Joan says:

Terrific sculptures especially the Horison. You would make a terrific tour guide as your comments are very inviting.

Kim McGlinchey says:

Thanks Joan. It’s easy to write the fun days out.

Man, I would love to see this in person! Art + beach = pretty close to my version of heaven on earth! Sage Scott, the Everyday Wanderer

Kim McGlinchey says:

It really is something Sage especially on a fine day.

Teja says:

I think the first time I visited Sydney my friend who had just moved there from Malaysia mentioned ‘Sculpture by the Sea’, but at the time neither of us really understood what the heck it is (I didn’t quite get the concept of street art exhibitions then). Wish I’d paid more attention!

Kim McGlinchey says:

I know what you mean Teja and as it only happens for a couple of weeks a year, you really have to be quick to see it before it’s gone.

Bondi looks really interesting. May try to make the one in Perth. Thanks for all the info and the photos.

Kim McGlinchey says:

Thanks Sue. I hope you enjoy it if you do make it to Perth.

Oh, they sculptures look amazing. I was in Sydney last year and only just missed it. I was so bummed about that. Just ended up doing the Bondi to Coogee walk, which it was fun!

Kim McGlinchey says:

Thanks Arunima the sculptures were amazing. I was lucky to be in Sydney when it was on but with such a short window you have to be lucky to catch it. At least you got the walk without all the crowds.

Karen says:

What an interesting place. Had never heard about it before.

Kim McGlinchey says:

Thanks Karen. I don’t know why they don’t advertise it more unless I’m not looking in the right places.

Ruth says:

We used to go every year when we lived in Perth and gosh they are beautiful. Such clever people out there, I take my hat off to them.

Kim McGlinchey says:

Definitely on my list of places to visit now Ruth. Hopefully next year.

Kemkem says:

This must have been such a fun event as it lets the imagination run wild :-). I have such fond memories of my visit to Sydney. Thanks for bringing them back.

You’re welcome, Kemkem. I hope that you get to see one of them somewhere in your travels.

Coralie says:

These look fabulous – I’d love to stroll along the beach and see these sculptures. It’s so interesting that there is such a variety of different styles too.

Thanks, Coralie. These were only a small sample of all the works that were on show. Hopefully, you will get to visit one of them one day.

Sue says:

I’ve always wanted to see this. My sister & many friends live in Sydney & I am often seeing their posts & comments about the event. Unfortunately, I have never been at the right time of year. But who knows this year, now I am able to visit again (& fingers crossed it’s on…). the sculptures look great & that coast is a magnificent backdrop.

I hope that you can get down and see it, Sue. Hopefully, lockdowns will be a thing of the past, and everything will be back to normal by November.

Ava says:

This looks like a fun and interesting event, in spite of the crowds. Art outdoors is always more fun than indoors.

It is fun, Ava. There is nothing like an outdoor gallery to make it more interesting, and the Sydney beaches make for a great backdrop.

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