Sunshine Coast Tourist Information
Sunshine Coast Tourist Information
Central Coast Area of Queensland's Sunshine Coast
For sun, surf and loads of fun, the holiday towns of Mooloolaba, Alexandra Headland, Maroochydore, Cotton Tree, Mudjimba and Coolum Beach are the place to be. This coastal stretch of the Sunshine Coast offers a wealth of attractions from leisurely walks on the beach or watching the world go by from the balcony of a luxury hi-rise apartment to cruising the vast waters of the Pacific, the excitement of deep-sea fishing and surfing.
Mooloolaba is a popular coastal town which offers everything you need without the hustle and bustle. The long stretch of sandy beach is ideal for relaxing and soaking up the beachside atmosphere with walkways and barbecue facilities available. A main attraction is The Wharf Complex which features Underwater World, a variety of specialty shops, eateries and a large marina with boats available for charter. The Mooloolaba Bowls Club offers superb a la carte dining and live entertainment. A number of other fine restaurants, cafes and eateries are also available along Mooloolaba's beachfront Esplanade.
Alexandra Headland offers a large range of luxury accommodation and is an ideal base to experience all that the fabulous Sunshine Coast has to offer. With the stunning, unspoiled beaches, shopping, restaurants and the Alexandra Headland Surf Club all within walking distance, Alexandra Headland is perfect for that relaxing getaway you've always wanted!
Maroochydore, affectionately known as Maroochy by the locals, has everything you would expect of a beachside holiday township - a superb surf beach, restaurants, sidewalk cafes, endless shopping, clubs and a relaxed home-away-from-home atmosphere. Accommodation ranges from superior luxury resorts to affordable family motels, apartments and caravan parks. Among the many exciting things to do are golf, bowling, swimming, tennis or alternatively, relaxing with a good book on the beach. Maroochy's numerous attractions include the Maroochy Wetlands Sanctuary, Sunshine Plaza - a shopper's delight, Suncity Bowl, Bli Bli Castle, Ski and Surf offering cable water skiing and Nostalgia Town. Also, a replica of the Endeavour is a unique way of learning about Australia's past.
Cotton Tree, Mudjimba and Coolum Beach each have a charm of their own. Cotton Tree offers visitors a market every Sunday and Coolum Beach attracts numerous visitors with its golden sands and fine golf courses.
