Top Things to do in Sunshine Coast
Top Restaurants in Sunshine Coast
What to do and see in Sunshine Coast, Queensland: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Sunshine Coast, Australia including Noosa National Park, Mount Tinbeerwah, Kondalilla Falls, Lake Weyba, The Original Eumundi Markets, Noosa Farmers Market, Noosa Main Beach, Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve, Queensland Air Museum, Maroochydore Beach.
Restaurants in Sunshine Coast
1. Noosa National Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3,016 reviews
Reviewed By sundaysap - Sydney, Australia
While visiting Noosa twice last year in January and June I did a lot of bushwalking through their pristine National Park. We have quite a few National Parks here in NSW but none of them compare to this stunning treasure. They were updating the walkways into the National Park when I was there in June last year, but I personally found their walkways were well maintained when I was there previously in January 2018. There is wheel chair access for the disabled and also well paved walking track for families with young children with prams and also the elderly. The best part of this pristine National Park walk are the beaches you come across on your way up which are Tea Tree Bay, Granite Bay and further into the National Park (depends on your fitness level) is the beautiful Alexandria Bay. And before you venture into this beautiful National Park make sure you stop into the Kiosk located at the information centre within the National Park, they make the best coffee ???? I have tasted in Noosa. Seriously a great pick me up for your long walk up into this pristine treasure. Absolutely loved it.
2. Mount Tinbeerwah
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By joyo52 - Brisbane, Australia
Fifteen minute drive (about 9.4km) from Tewantin centre to lookout carpark. Drive up mountain is mix of sealed and unsealed road, but in good condition. The 1km return summit walk from carpark is a good steady incline with steps and easy for someone with medium fitness. I saw some walking who were not so fit huffing and puffing but take your time and it's worth the views. The path is very easy to navigate and even if wet would not be slippery. Best 360 degree view I've seen with easy access in area. Even though views to east were hazy from bushfires, west was clear.
3. Kondalilla Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 682 reviews
Reviewed By 113amyb - Peregian Springs, Australia
We did the circuit walk 4.6 km, amazing views and good condition walk paths. Facilities and picnic area available. Make sure you pack enough water and snacks
4. Lake Weyba
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 94 reviews
Reviewed By johanvY6917RT - Sydney, Australia
Beautiful lake, like a hidden treasure. We stayed in Peregian Beach, at Lake Weyba Noosa Lodge. Lots of kangaroos, cockatoos while taking a walk to Lake Weyba. Very shallow, clear, warm water; it feels like a big bathtub! Our accommodation provided a two-person canoe and two kayaks for free. There is a hidden creek, hard to describe, like a real-life wald-Disney experience, really serene and beautiful. What makes this also special that there are almost no other people because of minimal access. Highly recommend staying at the lodge and get back to nature.
5. The Original Eumundi Markets
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,710 reviews
Renowned for our locally handmade artisan treasures, there's no other market quite like it. We're open rain hail or shine every Wednesday & Saturday.
Reviewed By KentKiwi75 - East Malling, United Kingdom
The Eumundi Market is huge with a really varied range We visited on a Wednesday. The parking was reasonable at only $6; it’s free if you are lucky enough to find a space on the street Purchases included a wooden bow-tie; a hat; jewellery; some hand painted scenes; and a heap of food - fudge, crepes; Thai street food and German sausage The range is vast. The stores well arranged. The setting is shaded by trees. Toilets are abundant. The people are friendly. The stakeholders never pushy. Even dogs are welcome A very chilled place and great market to spend a morning wandering. Best market I have visited
6. Noosa Farmers Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 246 reviews
Reviewed By Natjev - Noumea, New Caledonia
Market with parking on the Sunday morning Lots of choices for veggies and food A Sunday morning well spent!
7. Noosa Main Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,275 reviews
Reviewed By culcheth64
With accommodation right next to the beach, some outstanding restaurants and shops on the adjacent Hastings Street, Noosa National Park next door and a fantastic sheltered surf beach in front of you, this has to be one of the most ideal places to come on a beach holiday.
8. Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 901 reviews
Reviewed By gezza_steve - Mount Cotton, Australia
We visited with our 2 year old who loved it, great play area, lovely walk through the rainforest, interactive information centre and really good cafe with delicious cakes.
9. Queensland Air Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 347 reviews
Queensland Air Museum acquires, restores and maintains a collection of 75+ historically significant aircraft and related aviation displays at a 2 hectare site opposite the Caloundra Airport on the beautiful Sunshine Coast. The display has gown from just one aircraft in 1973, a Canberra Bomber to now more than 75 aircraft including a F-111, Mirage Jet, Australia's oldest DC-3. Detailed information can be sourced via the 'Our Collection; tab on the QAM web-site We open to the public every day (except Christmas Day), run major events each 3 months, operate Historic Aviation tours for groups of 12 or more (book via the web-site or call and we are available for Corporate events by arrangement, Photo shoots and other events. QAM has a large range of aircraft models and model kits for sale in the shop along with a range of souvenir products
Reviewed By U7161IFjohnd - Brisbane, Australia
Queensland Air Museum located on Caloundra Airfield, is best described as a time walk back in Australia’s aviation history. An outstanding collection of both civilian and military aircraft are spaciously exhibited within two hangars making self guided tours of the museum very easy. There is also the offer of guided tours conducted by dedicated museum staff members. Within these hangars can be found the icons of high speed flight, the General Dynamics F111 and Dassault Mirage 111. Representation of early and low speed flight, the Victa 115 Airtourior and DH 82 Tiger Moth sit amongst their high speed siblings as if waiting for any chance to defy gravity and go flying once more. These aircraft are but only a few of those on display indoors. Venturing outdoors are found standing proud as they await their turn for total restoration fine examples of ubiquitous aircraft of the Australian skies, the Caribou along with the Fokker Friendship F27 amongst many more aircraft . Queensland Air Museum with all of its wonderful aircraft collection and of aviation support paraphernalia such as one 4 wheeled boogie from the ‘Queen of the Skies’, the Boeing 747 is certainly a rewarding time walk back into Australia’s aviation history. And of course all this began with Wilbur and Orville Wright back in 1903.
10. Maroochydore Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 534 reviews
Reviewed By 993anitat - Forster, Australia
We have been to Maroochydore Beach before when the surf was pounding. On this occasion the Westerly winds had made the sea very calm. Even though it was May the water was still quite warm. We had fun watching a couple of guys surfing on the hydrofoil sups. The beach is patrolled and has great views to the North and South. We were staying at the nearby Cotton Tree Caravan Park so I got up at dawn and watched the beautiful sunrise over the ocean and had a walk along the beach. Great Spot!
