Good to know
- Tickets
- Free
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Best time
- Sunset or May to November for whales
- Getting there
- Ferry from Circular Quay to Watsons Bay then a short walk
Itineraries with The Gap
The Gap is on day 4
Day 4 of Sydney Harbour & Beaches
Taronga and Watsons Bay
How The Gap fits into a day.- 10:00Taronga ZooMosman
- 14:30Ferry to Watsons BaySydney Harbour
- 15:30The GapWatsons Bay
- 16:30Camp CoveWatsons Bay
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The Gap questions
Is The Gap safe?
The paths are fenced but the cliffs remain hazardous. Stay on marked trails and do not climb barriers.
When do whales pass The Gap?
Humpback whales migrate past from May to November. Early morning or late afternoon offers the best sightings.
Can you reach The Gap by car?
Yes. Limited parking exists near the site but ferries from Circular Quay are often faster during peak hours.