Sunshine Coast Region

Queensland

A mountainous landscape with dense forests and a prominent hilltop structure.
A mountainous landscape with a prominent peak, lush green fields, and a large rock in the foreground.
A landscape with multiple mountain peaks, dense forest, and a cloudy sky.
A panoramic view of a lush green valley with rolling hills and scattered trees under a clear blue sky.
A coastal landscape with a lighthouse, rocky shoreline, clear blue sea, and a grassy area with a path.

Popular cities in Sunshine Coast Region

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Sunshine Coast
Known for Beaches, Dining and Shopping
Enjoy uncrowded golden beaches, rainforest walks and charming oceanfront villages in this area north of the Queensland Capital, Brisbane. It’s where Australia comes to relax.

Reasons to visit

  • Hastings Street
  • Noosa Beach
  • Mooloolaba Beach
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A lush green landscape with rolling hills, a small house with a red roof, and distant mountains.
Maleny
Known for Rain forests, Jungles and Tours
This small, vibrant arts community in the Sunshine Coast hinterland offers spectacular mountain scenery, great food and boutique shopping.

Reasons to visit

  • Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve
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Glass House Mountains
Known for Mountains, Relaxing and Zoo
Sweeping views, scenic walking trails and stunning natural beauty make these ancient volcanic peaks one of the Sunshine Coast’s most fascinating spectacles.

Reasons to visit

  • Mount Ngungun
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A real estate office named Laurie Evans Real Estate with a red and blue signboard.
Beerwah
Known for Wildlife, Mountains and Relaxing
Get close to nature, explore lush forest reserves and glimpse native wildlife when you visit this relaxed mountain village.

Reasons to visit

  • Australia Zoo
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A forest path surrounded by tall trees and lush green ferns.
Witta
Known for Romantic, Spas and Family-friendly
Like spas? Get away to romantic Witta!
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A landscape with a forested valley, mist-covered mountains, and a distant view of a coastline.
Kenilworth
Known for Nature and Natural parks
Trip time! Discover the natural setting in Kenilworth.
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Stay near popular Sunshine Coast Region attractions

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Australia Zoo

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Cuddle a koala, feed kangaroos or watch a crocodile show at this famous wildlife park, the former playground of the late crocodile hunter Steve Irwin.
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