There's something about a village setting by the sea. A feeling of friendliness, a nautical atmosphere with a warmth and charm that's hard to find anywhere else...  Manly Harbour Village is just 30 minutes drive or train trip from the heart of the city is Brisbane's offering an impressive number of restaurants, shopping centre, art gallery, offices, services, hotel and accommodation and bike hire.  A place where old world character and charm sits comfortably beside present day chic, right on the edge of picturesque Moreton Bay. Manly Harbour Village overlooks the largest man-made marina on Australia's east coast, which is home to over 1,500 craft of all shapes and sizes. Against this backdrop of sails and islands, you'll find an interesting and entertaining mix of restaurants, eateries, coffee houses, craft shops, Sunday markets, art galleries, accommodation and offshore adventures. Enjoy fish and chips or a barbeque by the bay while you soak up the sun and the refreshing sea breeze. Take a leisurely stroll or bike ride along the Esplanade. Or explore Manly's internationally recognised wetlands that are home to over 43 species of wading bird, including the Eastern Curlew.