Discover why the Sunshine Coast is a magnet for foodies, boasting everything from award-winning restaurants and homegrown breweries, to dreamy beachside brunch spots and farm stores.

Here, you’ll be set to enjoy mountain hikes through verdant subtropical rainforests, sunrise swims at secluded beaches, whale-watching magic, and day-trips to legendary Queensland icons like Australia Zoo and the Big Pineapple.

But it’s Caloundra’s playful side that will take your quintessential Sunshine Coast holiday to the next level... with live performances, a buzzing dining scene, and a vibrant art trail just waiting to be uncovered.

Marvel at amazing animals, race around a go-kart track, or get lost in a hedge maze – you'll find endless hours of fun at attractions on the Sunshine Coast.

Explore the shopping delights within the Sunshine Coast’s largest shopping centre – the Sunshine Plaza. This spot is also home to the Next Level Park – a high ropes course with epic views across the Maroochy River.

SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast, before taking a tour on the Aquaduck Sunshine Coast, where kids can play captain and steer the Aquaduck across the river. There’s also plenty of beachside playgrounds to let the kids blow off some steam.

A true representation of the vast landscape of Queensland’s stunning coastline, you can sink your feet into the golden sand of the Carlo Sandblow, hike through the sub-tropical rainforest fringing the dunes, or explore the rainbow hues of the seaside beach cliffs.

We’d like to acknowledge our major funding partners: Sunshine Coast Council and Tourism and Events Queensland. The Sunshine Coast is the only place in Australia where three UNESCO Biospheres sit side-by-side. Find out how to travel more sustainably. Join us.

Just an hour’s drive from Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast is easily accessible and easy to navigate. Perfect for an action-packed holiday or quiet escape at any time of year. Pristine beaches sit alongside subtropical rainforest and majestic mountains, interspersed with villages steeped in …

Ideally situated within comfortable driving distance of Nambour, Woombye, Eudlo and the charming Blackall Range villages of Maleny, Montville and Mapleton, Palmwoods is the perfect hidden gem to explore on your Sunshine Coast Hinterland adventure.