Sunshine Coast

The Sunshine Coast is just one hours drive north of Brisbane, encompassing pristine coastline, unspoilt surf beaches, lush scenic hinterland, superb cuisine action, adventure and a relaxed casual lifestyle. The region begins at Caloundra and extends to Cooloola, a gateway to Fraser Island.

The Sunshine Coast also takes in the tranquil hinterland including the heritage-listed Glass House Mountains, Blackall Range and the Mary Valley.

Things to See and Do

Beaches and Mountains
There are plenty of amazing things to see and do around the Sunshine Coast. Whether you’re in the mood for something relaxing of action-packed, there’s something to suit everyone’s tastes. The Sunshine Coast enjoys patrolled beaches, sheltered bays and temperate waters for year round swimming. Scuba Dive on the ex-HMAS Brisbane, Kayak through the Noosa Everglades, 4WD past the coloured sand cliffs of Rainbow Beach or hand feed wild dolphins in Tin Can Bay. Nature lovers should not miss the Glass House Mountains, Noosa national Park, Kondalilla Falls National Park or Cooloola National Park.

Attractions and Adventure
The Sunshine Coast is home to numerous attractions for family fun and adventure, including Australia Zoo, UnderWater World, Big Kart Track, The Ginger Factory, Superbee Honey Factory,
Aussie World, Top Shots Adventure Park, The Big Pineapple, Queensland Air Museum and the Mary Valley Rattler.

Markets and Shopping
Markets occur almost every day of the week on the Sunshine Coast. The famous Eumundi markets are held every Wednesday and Saturday. The market motto ‘Make it, bake it, grow it or sew it’ is passionately observed by dozens of farms, producers, artisans and craftspeople who set up their stalls at first light under the shade of the massive fig trees.

In additions, the Sunshine Coast Hinterland offers an extensive Art and Craft Gallery trail for self-drives. The trail will take you to the work rooms and galleries of painters, potters glass blowers, jewelers and sculptors all creating unique pieces in serene surrounds

The famous shopping precinct of Hastings Street, Noosa, is resort shopping at its most relaxed and elegant with stylish boutiques, antiques and artwork. A similar style and charm can be found on the Mooloolaba Esplanade.

Cuisine
With surf, sun and tranquil hinterland as the backdrop, the pursuit of fabulous food is high on the agenda on a Sunshine Coast holiday. Always fresh, often organic, it’s a relaxed, local cuisine.

Country Towns & Hinterland
The Sunshine Coast offers more than subtropical weather, oceanfront dining and a superb coastline. Just a stone’s throw inland from the beaches is a series of mountain ranges, charming country towns and rich volcanic land. Take the time to discover the hinterland gems such as watching a silent movie in Pomona or visiting a heritage museum or panning for gold in the historic gold mining city of Gympie.

Towns such as Montville, Mapleton, Flaxton and Maleny offer art galleries, wineries, country markets, fabulous food, pristine national parks and spectacular views. Experience cheese making in Maleny or Kenilworth, horse riding in the Dularcha Forest Reserve, fishing on a lake or learning to cook authentic Thai food.

Relax and Unwind
Whether it’s a treatment in one of the five star resort spas or a few treasured hours at a stand alone day spa, take time out to inspire, nurture and indulge the senses.
For a complete focus on well being book on of the many health retreats and feel the tensions slip away.

Must See and Do:

• Glass House Mountains
• Eumundi Markets
• UnderWater World and the Wharf
• Blackall Range
• Noosa National Park
• Noosa Everglades
• Australia Zoo
• Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve
• Hasting Street Noosa
• Kondalilla National Park
• Noosa Food Trail
• Sunshine Coast Great Walk
• Aussie World and Ettamogah Pub
• Mapleton Falls National Park
• The Ginger Factory, Yandina
• Gympie and District Historical and Mining Museum
• Cooloola National Park
• Superbee Honey Factory
• Kings Beach water play area and sea pool

For more information go to: Tourism Sunshine Coast