Caloundra is located an easy one hour drive north of Brisbane. It's the perfect destination for a warm seaside escape and the ideal base to explore the entire Sunshine Coast region.

Recently named Queensland's Tidiest Town by the Keep Australia Beautiful judges who recognised Caloundra as beautiful, friendly, vibrant, caring and environmentally aware.

There is so much to see and do in Caloundra the tough decision is what to do first. A visit to Australia Zoo is a must, you'll experience the ultimate wildlife adventure and it's home to more than 1000 gorgeous animals. Treat the family or your friends to a go-kart grand prix at the Big Kart Track. It's the largest commercial go kart track in Australia. The younger kids will love Aussie World. It's a theme park with a uniquely Australian feel and has more than 30 rides and games to entertain. Get your photo taken next door at the most photographed pub in the world - the Ettamogah Pub. Cruise, kayak or take a guided jet ski tour on the Pumicestone Passage. Hire a bike and pedal around the picturesque foreshore. Learn to surf or kite surf, or just relax and soak up your daily requirement of vitamin D free from the sun. Caloundra has 32kms of sensational beaches to choose from, you will definitely find your own secluded sandy space.

The Glass House Mountains and the Blackall Range provide a breath of fresh air just a 30 minute scenic drive from the beach. Rejuvenate in a cute cottage or B&B. Give your taste buds a treat at one of the many restaurants where the produce is farm fresh and the food is created with passion. Find that precious piece to liven up your home in a local art gallery. Taste award-winning cheeses, yoghurt, and ice-cream in Maleny. Stop at one of the many lookouts to take in the sensational coastal views along the Blackall Range. For a real experience enjoy a walk around some of the heritage listed Glass House Mountains you'll be rewarded with views as far as the eye can see.    

Experience the natural beauty of Caloundra yourself. You'll arrive as a visitor but leave as a friend.

For more information on Caloundra and the Sunshine Coast please visit Caloundra Tourism

To visually discover what Caloundra has to offer, visit the Caloundra Scenic Gallery.