Let’s talk about the Sunshine Coast-
Sunshine Coast is a costal city in Queensland, Australia located north of Brisbane which is popular for its cultural attractions, beaches or hinterland. Sunshine Coast is the best city to explore in Australia which covers approximately 1,633 sq km area and it has a warm climate with maximum temperature of 24 degrees and minimum temperature of 15.8 degrees. Sunshine Coast is a beautiful or major tourist destination in Australia.
Places to visit in Sunshine Coast-
Australia Zoo –
Australia Zoo is a wildlife park in Queensland which is owned by Terri Irwin and the Australia Zoo is the former home of the Crocodile Hunter. Australia Zoo is the home to over 1,200 animals from different types of habitats with a popular Crocodile House or an African Savannah or also a major conservation centre. Australia Zoo was established in 1970 which is spread over 750 acres and also provides the live shows, Wildlife Hospital and visitors can have animals encounters.
Opens everyday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Buy tickets- https://australiazoo.com.au/tickets/
Eumundi Markets –
Eumundi Markets are a huge art and craft market which held every Wednesday or Saturday from 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM in Sunshine Coast, Australia. One of the best place to visit in Sunshine Coast which is known for a variety of products such as handmade goods, homewares, furniture, gourmet foods, fresh produce, jewellery and fashion. Eumundi Markets is a popular destination for tourists where visitors can enjoy live entertainment, music and street performers and also enjoy foods and drinks. The market is family friendly place with playgrounds and picnic areas and provides parking areas.
Opens every Wednesday and Saturday from 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM.
Glass House Mountains National Park-
Glass House Mountains is a 27 million year old volcanoes which is protected by the Glass House Mountains National Park which offers a stunning views of Sunshine Coast hinterland, bushwalking, rock climbing, and rich Aboriginal cultural significance and peaks like Mount Tibrogargan or Ngungun with beautiful scenery. The Park is also home to wildlife native animals such as kangaroos and koalas.
Activities to do – rock climbing, bushwalking, abseiling, hiking and picnicking.
Opens 24/7.
Kondalilla Falls –
Kondalilla Falls is the most popular 90m waterfall in Sunshine Coast, hinterland which is located in Kondalilla National Park which is popular for rainforest environment, scenic views, hiking trails and swimming with natural rock pools. Kondalilla National Park is the best place to visit which has a wide range of flora and fauna, also includes more than 100 bird species with variety of reptiles and species of frogs etc. Kongalilla Falls provides features such as large gardens with picnic areas, tables, washrooms and parking areas.
Opens 24/7.
Kings Beach –
Kings Beach is a great patrolled beach with an ocean pool in Calundra, Queensland, Sunshine Coast, Australia which is popular for its natural beauty, boardwalk, sunbathing, golden sand and its amenities. One of the best place to visit which is surrounded by rainforest, beautiful clean water and also offers playgrounds, saltwater pool, cafes and restaurants. One of the popular destination for visitors where they can relax and enjoy the nature.
Activities to do – Swimming, Surfing, Boardwalk, Sunbathing and enjoy the eatery.
Opens everyday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Mooloolaba –
Mooloolaba is a coastal hub in Sunshine Coast, Australia which is popular for patrolled beaches, family friendly beaches and Esplanade including cafes or shops and especially for sea foods. Mooloolaba is a great fishing port for prawns or tuna. Mooloolaba is the popular spot for visitors where they can enjoy the energetic environment and relaxing nature. Mooloolaba also provides attractions such as Sea life Sunshine Coast, boutiques, bars, dining and riverfront activities.
Activities to do – Swimming, Paddle boarding, Surfing, Jet Skiing, Fishing and Whale watching.
Opens 24/7.
Ginger Factory –
Ginger Factory is an iconic ginger factory which is focused on ginger, honey and gardens. Ginger Factory is a family attraction place which features tours on ginger and bees including the historic Ginger Train, Overboard boat ride, cafes and shops which sells ginger products and plants. Ginger Factory also offers educational tours where visitors can learn about the ginger processing or the honeybees life with shows and tastings.
Opens everyday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Free to enter.
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast –
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast is the largest underwater aquarium which features eleven zones including sharks, penguins, jellyfish, tropical fish and seals. One of the best place to explore which has 80m ocean tunnel, touch pools, seal shows and encounter with animals such as swimming with seals or diving with sharks. SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast is mainly focusing on marine life or conservation and also offers marine educations, experiences, presentations and shows.
Opens everyday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Duration 2-3 hours.
Tickets available- https://www.visitsealife.com/sunshine-coast/tickets-passes-1
These are the best places to explore in Sunshine Coast, Australia where you can explore the beauty of nature, culture and history about the town.
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