Brisbane Airport 1 hr 8
Mooloolaba Beach (6 min)
Seaside destination with open-air restaurants & cocktail bars, plus resort hotels & chic shops. Mudjimba Island (16 min)
Tiger shark, surfing, snorkeling, kayaking, and beach Sunshine Castle (14 min)
Family fun at a Norman-style castle built in the 20th century, with doll displays & treasure hunts. Buderim Forest Park (14 min)
Secluded, 45-ha. park with picnic tables, BBQ grills, walking trails & a waterfall amid rainforest. The Wharf Mooloolaba (9 min) SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium (9 min)
Bright aquarium with a variety of kid-friendly exhibits & educational programs in a cheery space. Point Cartwright Light (14 min)
Accessible by road & walking trails, this sleek 1970s lighthouse offers scenic ocean views. Aussie World (19 min)
Time-tested theme park featuring a range of rides & attractions, plus shops & casual dining options. Mount Coolum National Park (20 min)
Nature area featuring a 208-m. mountain with a walking trail to the summit & scenic views. The Ginger Factory (24 min)
Theme park with displays about ginger, train & boat rides, a tropical garden walk & concessions. Maroochydore Beach (2 min)
Popular for swimming, fishing, boating & surfing, this beach offers showers, restrooms & lifeguards. The Big Pineapple. (18 min)
This huge pineapple is a popular landmark with steps to an observation deck, plus an on-site cafe. Bellingham Maze (15 min)
Leisure area around a star-shaped hedge maze, with mini golf, a puzzle shop & a popular garden cafe. Wildlife HQ (18 min)
Animal menagerie offering interactive experiences with koalas & other species, plus a coffee shop. Bulcock Beach (27 min)
Popular beach with low-tide splash pools, clear blue waters, a boardwalk & nearby cafes. | 
