Welcome to theSunshine Coast
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Perfect hiking conditions
March - May
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Average temperatures
March - May
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18°
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Things to see and do on the Sunshine Coast
The Sunshine Coast isn’t just about salty hair and surfboards - it’s also hiding one of the world’s rarest natural wonders. The Noosa Everglades (yep, one of only two on the planet!) is your ticket to total tranquillity. Glide through glassy waters, drift beneath tea trees, and soak up a side of the Sunshine Coast that’s been wild and untouched for millennia.
For sun-seekers, the beaches here are second to none. Whether you’re after gentle waves for the family at Mooloolaba Spit, rolling surf at Noosa National Park, or a secret sandy stretch to call your own, the Sunshine Coast has you covered. Bringing your four-legged friend? There are plenty of dog-friendly beaches too, including Buddina, Coolum, and Sunshine Beach.
When the heat kicks in, swap saltwater for fresh. Cool off in rainforest-cloaked waterfalls and swimming holes like Gardners Falls in Maleny, Kondalilla Falls near Montville, or Buderim Falls. For those with a 4WD, Booloumba Falls in Conondale National Park is worth the off-road adventure.
If road-tripping is your style, take on the Great Beach Drive, a 380km sandy highway that connects the Sunshine Coast with K'gari (Fraser Island). Drive along untouched beaches, hike through ancient rainforests, and spot migrating humpback whales from the shore.
From feasting festivals to sweat-it-out challenges, the Sunshine Coast keeps the good times rolling all year long with world-class events. Enjoy local flavours at the Noosa Eat & Drink and The Curated Plate, or push your limits at the Noosa Triathlon, Mooloolaba Triathlon, and Ironman 70.3 Sunshine Coast. For a dose of music, get your boots on for the Gympie Music Muster or groove at the Big Pineapple Festival. Whatever you're into, the Sunshine Coast has an event to make your visit unforgettable.
To get the inside scoop on all the best things to see and do, stop by a Visitor Information Centre.
Get to know the Sunshine Coast
Where to eat and drink
The Sunshine Coast isn’t just a feast for the eyes - it’s also a foodie’s paradise. Fresh produce, world-class seafood, and a thriving paddock-to-plate scene make every meal an experience in itself.
From hatted fine dining to laid-back beachside cafés, to much-loved markets, there is something for every taste. Fancy yourself a coffee connoisseur? Enjoy where the locals go for their morning caffeine fix, best breakfast or favourite restaurant.
And for craft beer lovers? The Sunshine Coast is home to some of Queensland’s best independent breweries, stretching from Noosa and Alexandra Headland to Maleny and the Glass House Mountains.
How to get to the Sunshine Coast
Getting to the Sunshine Coast? Too easy. Whether you’re cruising in from Queensland, hopping on a flight from down south, or touching down from overseas, paradise is just a plane (or playlist) away. The Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) offers direct flights to major Australian cities and now connects to New Zealand destinations too.
For road-trippers, it’s just a 100km drive from Brisbane, with regular trains and buses running between the two destinations. Adventure on the Sunshine Coast is just a journey away.
Sunshine Coast you can't miss
