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things to do with kids in Sunshine Coast

by william samuels

the Sunshine Coast is a paradise for family holidays — Australia Zoo, gorgeous beaches, and hinterland rainforests all within easy reach.

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activities

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nature & animals

Australia Zoo

$$$

Steve Irwin's famous wildlife park with croc shows, the Africa exhibit, and hands-on animal encounters. allow a full day.

Beerwah·all ages

Noosa National Park

free

easy coastal walk from Noosa Main Beach to Hells Gates with lookouts, koalas, and dolphin spotting.

Noosa Heads·3+ years

Kondalilla National Park

free

rainforest walking track to a 90-metre waterfall and a rock pool at the base for a refreshing dip.

Montville·5+ years

Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve

free

elevated rainforest boardwalk with panoramic Glasshouse Mountains views and a nature discovery centre.

Maleny·all ages

Maleny Botanic Gardens

$$

beautifully landscaped gardens with bird aviaries, lake views, and walking trails through subtropical rainforest.

Maleny·all ages

indoor

SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast

$$

underwater tunnel, seal shows, jellyfish display, and touch pools at Mooloolaba's beachfront aquarium.

Mooloolaba·all ages

water & beach

Mooloolaba Beach

free

one of Australia's safest patrolled family beaches with calm water, a sheltered esplanade, and fish and chips nearby.

Mooloolaba·all ages

attraction

The Ginger Factory

free

free entry with a miniature train ride, boat cruise, bee show, and the biggest ginger gift shop you've ever seen.

Yandina·all ages

Big Pineapple

$$

iconic Sunshine Coast landmark with a wildlife zoo, train ride, tree-top challenge, and pineapple-themed playground.

Woombye·all ages

outdoor

Cotton Tree playground & beach

free

shaded playground right on the water with a calm tidal swimming area — a local favourite for young families.

Cotton Tree·all ages

free things to do in Sunshine Coast

  • Noosa National Park Noosa Heads
  • Kondalilla National Park Montville
  • Mooloolaba Beach Mooloolaba
  • The Ginger Factory Yandina
  • Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve Maleny
  • Cotton Tree playground & beach Cotton Tree

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