 Noosa National Park
This national park encompasses the dramatic rocky coastline of the Noosa headland, scattered with sheltered coves and beaches. There are several walking tracks throughout the park offering visitors a chance to explore tranquil rainforest, open forest, scrubland and grass lands. The park entrance is a short distance from Noosa town centre.
Dolphin Experience
Just north of Noosa is the only place in mainland Queensland where you can get up close with dolphins in the wild.
Australia Zoo
Australia Zoo, located in Beerwah on the Glasshouse Mountains Tourist Route, is world-famous as the home of the Crocodile Hunter, Steve Irwin, his wife Terri and several monster saltwater crocodiles. As well as watching the hair-raising crocodile demonstrations, you can cuddle a cute koala, stroke a python and wander through the native Wetlands exhibit.
Big Pineapple
The Big Pineapple Plantation on the Old Bruce Highway, Woombye, is the only pineapple farm open to the public and its 16-metre-high fibreglass pineapple is one of the most recognisable roadside attractions in the country. Families can tour the grounds on the Plantation Train, chugging through tropical fruit orchards and pineapple fields. You’ll stop off at Avocado Grove to see an entertaining and informative Tropical Fruit Show before heading to Koala Station, where native wildlife can be spotted amidst tropical rainforest and bamboo stands. There’s also a tour of the macadamia orchards, boat ride and animal nursery.
Eumundi Markets
The Eumundi Markets are held on Wednesday and Saturday mornings in Eumundi’s main street, and at the old Butter Factory on Sundays. There are over 250 stalls offering handicrafts, local produce and many other delights.
Glasshouse Mountains National Park
The Glass House Mountains National Park protects seven of thirteen distinctive volcanic peaks that rise abruptly from the low plains just south of Caloundra.
 UnderWater World
UnderWater World is undoubtedly one of the Sunshine Coast's top family attractions. There’s the 80-metre walkway, moving through a glass tunnel where Grey Nurse Sharks, giant groupers and massive bull rays swim through a 2.5 million litre marine aquarium. Then it’s on to the seal show where these graceful mammals play, jump and speed through the water and even pose for photos with the guests. UnderWater World hosts an impressive collection of viewing aquariums and educational exhibits, plus visitors have the chance to swim with the seals and the sharks (bookings in advance required).
Top TEN Things To Do
- Get a kiss from a seal at UnderWater World.
- Visit the Big Pineapple.
- Meet the Crocodile Hunter at Australia Zoo.
- Get wet at the free water feature in Kings Beach Park on the beachfront.
- Go for a paddle in a kayak on the Pumicestone Passage.
- Ride the dodgems, the roller coaster or take mum and dad on the ferris wheel at Aussie World.
- Take a walk in the rainforest at Mary Cairncross Park at Maleny.
- Try some tasty treats at the Ginger Factory.
- Learn to surf at one of the coast's awesome surf beaches.
- Treat the kids to a junior SCUBA diving course.
Events
Noosa Triathlon Multi Sport Festival
This sporting celebration attracts 7,500 competitors during late October to early November, including the world’s best swimmers, runners, triathletes, cyclists, surf iron men and women and AFL and NRL players. The week-long event has plenty of exciting sporting events for all levels of ability, including a special triathlon for kids.
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