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.