Cooloola Sandpatch, Sunshine Coast, Queensland
Queensland LGBTQIA+ Travel
Something for everyone
Couples will relish the Sunshine State’s multitude of opportunities to share treasured moments on an idyllic getaway, from picture-perfect reef-fringed islands abundant with natural beauty, to charming hinterland escapes and playful beachside locations.
Dreaming of saying “I do” in the tropics? Queensland is the perfect place to celebrate every type of love – the hardest part will be deciding on a location, with every venue seemingly more picturesque than the last.
LGBTQIA+ parents will find plenty of safe, relaxing and unforgettable experiences the whole family can share, from the Gold Coast’s exhilarating theme parks, to helping newborn turtles take their first steps, or discovering the precious underwater magic of the Great Barrier Reef.
Discover LGBTQIA+-friendly holidays in Queensland
A warm welcome
Those looking to connect with community and culture can mark their calendars with Queensland’s dedicated LGBTQIA+ events: the annual Brisbane Pride Festival, the Queer Film Festival, MELT: Festival of Queer Arts & Culture, and the Wickham Hotel’s Big Gay Day. Queensland’s colourful LGBTQIA+ nightlife scene largely centres around the inner-city Brisbane suburbs of New Farm and Fortitude Valley, where you’ll find vibrant gay-friendly pubs, bars, theatres and nightclubs.
If you’re looking for LGBTQIA+-friendly accommodation choices in Brisbane, you’ll find them here too, as well as in the heart of the city. LGBTQIA+-only places to stay are also scattered throughout the state - including Australia’s only LGBTQIA+-exclusive, adults-only beachside resort Turtle Cove near Cairns. And more broadly beyond the dedicated options, Queensland is brimming with friendly LGBTQIA+-welcoming spots to rest your head.
