Things to do in Sunshine Coast

Activities, attractions and tours

Sunshine Coast featuring a house, boating and a river or creek
Noosaville showing boating and general coastal views
Sunshine Coast
Noosa National Park which includes general coastal views and landscape views
Sunshine Coast

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Australia Zoo Day Trip from Brisbane

Australia Zoo Day Trip from Brisbane

Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is S$153 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Mooloolaba: Seafood Lunch Cruise

Mooloolaba: Seafood Lunch Cruise

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.2 out of 10 with 8 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$55 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Booloumba Falls & Booloumba Creek Adventure, Conondale Nat. Park

Booloumba Falls & Booloumba Creek Adventure, Conondale Nat. Park

Activity duration is 7 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is S$554 per adult*
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Classes & workshops

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Surf Safari & Beach 4x4 Day Tour (Noosa to Double Island Point)

Surf Safari & Beach 4x4 Day Tour (Noosa to Double Island Point)

Activity duration is 6 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is S$102 per adult
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Attractions

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Maleny Botanic Gardens Bird Aviary Experience Ticket

Maleny Botanic Gardens Bird Aviary Experience Ticket

Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is S$40 per adult
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What to do in Sunshine Coast

Popular places to visit

Hastings Street which includes street scenes as well as a large group of people

Hastings Street

Located in the heart of Noosa Heads, this beachside street is a chic enclave of cosmopolitan cafés, resort-style accommodation and designer shopping.

Hastings Street
Mooloolaba showing a beach and a coastal town

Mooloolaba Esplanade

Walk along the waterfront, have a barbecue on the grassy parklands, let the kids enjoy the playground and shop in the boutique shops after a swim in the ocean.

Mooloolaba Esplanade
Noosa Beach featuring tropical scenes and a sandy beach as well as a family

Noosa Beach

Pristine white-sand shores, calm waters and lush forest alongside cosmopolitan shopping and dining await in this fashionable beachside town.

Noosa Beach
Mooloolaba Beach showing a bay or harbour and a sandy beach as well as a large group of people

Mooloolaba Beach

Cool off in the water, stroll along the coastal esplanade and scuba dive among military shipwrecks.

Mooloolaba Beach
Bulcock Beach

Bulcock Beach

Clear ocean waters, a dazzling stretch of sandy shore, warm paddling pools and a beachside boardwalk combine to make this a classic seaside getaway.

Bulcock Beach
Underwater World Sea Life which includes interior views and marine life as well as a couple

SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium

Watch seals play with their trainers, sharks swim above your head and dolphins jump out of the water at this award-winning marine park.

SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium
Moffat Beach

Moffat Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Moffat Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Moffat Beach. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its cafes.

Moffat Beach
Maroochydore Beach

Maroochydore Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Maroochydore Beach during your travels in Maroochydore? While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.

Maroochydore Beach
Noosa National Park showing rocky coastline, tropical scenes and landscape views

Noosa National Park

Hike between secluded beaches through rainforest and grasslands in this beautiful national park, where koalas live in trees and dolphins play in the bays.

Noosa National Park

Areas of Sunshine Coast

Noosa Heads which includes tropical scenes and a sandy beach

Noosa Heads

Some of the east coast's best beaches, beautiful hinterland and stylish restaurants make this upmarket, ocean-front town one of Australia's favourite destinations.

Noosa Heads
Mooloolaba showing views, landscape views and a sandy beach

Mooloolaba

High-rise apartments, bistros and cafés line the Esplanade of this busy coastal town, known for it’s family-friendly beaches and fresh seafood.

Mooloolaba
Kawana Beach showing landscape views and a beach

Caloundra

Choose from six different beaches and a range of watersports including surfing, Jet Skiing and kayaking at this friendly coastal city.

Caloundra
Maroochydore which includes landscape views, a beach and tropical scenes

Maroochydore

Swim in the surf, fish from the Maroochy River, dive a sunken warship, or just relax with the pelicans at this laid-back beach town.

Maroochydore
Coolum Beach featuring a sandy beach and landscape views as well as a couple

Coolum Beach

Play a round of golf on world-famous courses and gaze across the coastline from the top of a mountain at this resort town south of Noosa.

Coolum Beach
Noosaville which includes a coastal town and general coastal views

Noosaville

Enjoy freedom and relaxation in this small Queensland neighborhood. Meet local residents and sample international food while gazing upon the wide Noosa River.

Noosaville

 

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Roma Street Parkland featuring a garden, a river or creek and a city

Brisbane

Beerwah which includes street scenes

Beerwah

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunshine Coast worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Sunshine Coast is explore Aussie World. Tick this major attraction off your list, then experience more of this area's surfing and coastal beaches.
How do I spend a day in Sunshine Coast?
Aussie World and Palmview Conservation Park are two awesome places to begin your holiday adventures. Be sure to check out the shopping and dining options in Sunshine Coast while you're in town too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Sunshine Coast?
You can't leave without checking out Aussie World, ranked the top tourist attraction in Sunshine Coast.
Is three days enough to stay in Sunshine Coast?
Three days is plenty for a quick getaway to Sunshine Coast — you'll tick off the main sights and get a feel for the vibe of the place. But if you want to truly soak it all in, hang around for at least a week to check out the surrounding areas too.
What are some activities to do in Sunshine Coast with kids?
Deciding what to do in Sunshine Coast with kids is easier than ever. Whether you're travelling with little ones or teenagers, there are plenty of family-friendly sights to keep them happy here.

What to do in Sunshine Coast for adults?
Adults of all ages will have lots of things to do in Sunshine Coast. Whether you're into the arts, outdoor pursuits or just enjoy visiting new places, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Sunshine Coast?
There are many free things to do in Sunshine Coast. Unwind in the parks or check out free events and festivals. Sunshine Coast offers loads of budget-friendly activities that let you discover the area without breaking the bank.