What to do in Queensland

Activities, attractions and tours

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Activities

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

NZ$53
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
Plaza Premium Lounge at Brisbane Airport

Plaza Premium Lounge at Brisbane Airport (BNE)

NZ$69
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Plaza Premium Lounge at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast General Admission

SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast General Admission

NZ$48
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast General Admission
SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville

SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville

NZ$55
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets

Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets

NZ$52
per adult
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
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Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour

NZ$177
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour
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Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour

NZ$332
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour
passengers aboard amphibious DUKW drive through jungles in Cairns

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest

NZ$41
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass

Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass

NZ$54
per adult
Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass
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Top places to visit

1. Cairns Esplanade

The Cairns Esplanade is a focal point for the city’s social life. With restaurants and gardens on one side, and overlooking the Trinity Inlet and Coral Sea on the other, this area celebrates the best of Cairns. Along the tree-lined walkway you’ll find playgrounds, barbecue sites, dedicated exercise areas and also a salt-water lagoon.
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2. Surfers Paradise Beach

The enterprising hotelier Jim Cavill, who built the first hotel on the coastal settlement of Elston in 1925, would barely recognise the place now, but his foresight in lobbying for the town to change its name to the more publicity-friendly Surfers Paradise has really paid dividends. Today this popular resort between Broadbeach and Main Beach is one of the hotspots of the Gold Coast, with a wide range of accommodation, great shopping and plenty of nightlife to keep the crowds coming back for more.
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3. Warner Bros. Movie World

Warner Bros. Movie World combines all the fun of a trip to the movies with the excitement of a theme park, packed with thrilling rides, daredevil stunts and larger than life characters. The park is right next door to the Village Roadshow Studios and contains a giant water tank which is regularly used for film shoots.
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4. Hastings Street

Day or night, find exciting events, shopping or dining on Noosa’s Hastings Street, a central hub in one of the Sunshine Coast’s most popular destinations. Wander along the pedestrian-friendly street that is lined with an eclectic array of boutique shops, luxury accommodation and diverse restaurants. Hastings Street is right next to the white sand and crystal-clear water of Noosa Beach.
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5. Cavill Avenue

find fun and entertainment along the way.
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6. Australia Zoo

Originally opened as a local wildlife sanctuary by the parents of famed “crocodile hunter” Steve Irwin, Australia Zoo has grown over the last 30 years to include animals and exhibits from all over the world as well as one of the world’s biggest wildlife hospitals. The world-famous animal lover, who was killed tragically by a stingray in 2006, grew up feeding and handling crocodiles and turned his talents into a successful worldwide television series. He invested the earnings from his hugely popular show in to turning his parents project into one of the country’s top tourist attractions.
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What to do in Queensland

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Cavill Avenue

8.2/10 (8,566 reviews)
Bustling nightlife, great shopping and a legendary surfing beach make this avenue the exciting centre of Surfer’s Paradise on the Gold Coast.
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Surfers Paradise

Cavill Avenue and Surfers Paradise Beach are a few top attractions in Surfers Paradise. Hop around the city on the metro at Cypress Avenue Station or Florida Gardens station and check out the area's stunning beaches, luxurious spas and popular shops.

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Brisbane Central Business District

Are you interested in beautiful gardens, stunning river views and popular shops? A visit to Brisbane Central Business District might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Waterfront Brisbane and Queen Street Mall.

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Broadbeach

The stunning beaches, first-class casinos and popular shops are notable features of Broadbeach. Make a stop by The Oasis or The Star Gold Coast while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Broadbeach South Light Rail Station to get around town.

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Noosa Heads

A noteworthy feature of Noosa Heads is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Hastings Street and Noosa National Park.

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Mooloolaba

A noteworthy feature of Mooloolaba is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out The Wharf Mooloolaba and Mooloolaba Esplanade.

 

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