Brisbane Airport 1 hr 9
The Big Pineapple. (15 min) This huge pineapple is a popular landmark with steps to an observation deck, plus an on-site cafe. Mooloolaba Beach (10 min) Seaside destination with open-air restaurants & cocktail bars, plus resort hotels & chic shops. Mudjimba Island (9 min) Tiger shark, surfing, snorkeling, kayaking, and beach The Ginger Factory (20 min) Theme park with displays about ginger, train & boat rides, a tropical garden walk & concessions. Buderim Forest Park (13 min) Secluded, 45-ha. park with picnic tables, BBQ grills, walking trails & a waterfall amid rainforest. Kondalilla National Park (32 min) Rainforest area with popular walks to a waterfall with a swimming hole & lower rock pool. Mount Coolum National Park (14 min) Nature area featuring a 208-m. mountain with a walking trail to the summit & scenic views. Bellingham Maze (16 min) Leisure area around a star-shaped hedge maze, with mini golf, a puzzle shop & a popular garden cafe. Maroochydore Beach (10 min) Popular for swimming, fishing, boating & surfing, this beach offers showers, restrooms & lifeguards. Wildlife HQ (15 min) Animal menagerie offering interactive experiences with koalas & other species, plus a coffee shop. Bulcock Beach (29 min) Popular beach with low-tide splash pools, clear blue waters, a boardwalk & nearby cafes. Aussie World (20 min) Time-tested theme park featuring a range of rides & attractions, plus shops & casual dining options. Point Cartwright Light (15 min) Accessible by road & walking trails, this sleek 1970s lighthouse offers scenic ocean views. Sunshine Castle (7 min) Family fun at a Norman-style castle built in the 20th century, with doll displays & treasure hunts. SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium (12 min) Bright aquarium with a variety of kid-friendly exhibits & educational programs in a cheery space. |