Top Noosa & Sunshine Coast Art & Culture

Get away from the rowdy crowds on the Sunshine Coast and make some new feathered friends in the heart of Queensland with this unique hinterland experience. Enjoy interactive encounters with native and exotic birds in the walk-through aviaries at Maleny Botanic Gardens. Meet cockatoos, macaws and more and get one-of-a-kind photo opportunities with these friendly birds – on your hand, on your head, and against the backdrop of the scenic Glass House Mountains.

Experience a Sunset Tour with Live Music like no other on the Sunshine Coast aboard our centenary old vessel. Our crew will look after your every need as you sit back and soak up the last few hours of the sun as it slips into the sea. Individually made Grazing Boxes and delicious cocktails makes this a truly unique outdoor adventure perfect to enjoy as a couple, on your own or with your family and friends.

Learn how to paint like a true artist at the Koningen ART gallery and workshop. Gain skills and experience in painting and other artistic disciplines from a professional artist, in a friendly and entertaining environment. Enjoy a light, homemade lunch and experience the creative atmosphere of the workshop environment. This workshop is suitable for total beginners and experienced artists alike—join in with the mindful art-making and enjoy the process.

Immerse yourself and the whole family in the history and flavors of The Ginger Factory. Set off on an adventure around the world following the gingerbread man to famous global locations on an indoor boat. Then, take a ride on the 120 year old Ginger Train and explore the lush botanical gardens. Take a tour of the historic factory steeped in local heritage and learn about their honey bees—and taste their honey!

Escape the coast and discover the picturesque villages and natural wonders of the Sunshine Coast Hinterlands on this full-day tour. Trek through the rainforest and admire views of the Glass House Mountains in the Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve, enjoy free time to explore the hinterland town of Montville, and tuck into a gourmet lunch at a lakeside restaurant. Along the way, stop at scenic lookout points, visit a traditional coffee house, and have fun exploring the Ginger Factory.

Discover Noosa’s hidden gems with this tour focused on ‘secret spots’. Take in panoramic views from Laguna Lookout, enjoy the beautiful birdlife at Lake Weyba, indulge in some local chocolate at Noosa Chocolate Factory, stroll the historic center of Noosa and much more. A delicious lunch with amazing ocean views is also included.

Capture Mooloolaba and Alexandra Headland's stunning vistas, with tips from local photographer, Kerry Mulgrew. You'll learn the best spots to capture the raw beauty of the Sunshine Coast and how to see the landscape as a photographer does. The tuition shares the secrets of design language and how this can strengthen and create magic in the frame. If you love nature and wonder how you can create epic photos, this tour is for you.

Take a trip out to the Glasshouse Mountains with a difference. Board the Wilga Warbird Seaplane at the Maroochy River and soar above the Sunshine Coast, as your knowledgeable, local guide points out all the fascinating landmarks on the way. See the Hinterland from above, and view the beaches and the ocean from a peaceful altitude. Take home a luxury photobook of your flight—perfect memories!

Enjoy the ultimate day out to Eumundi, including the fun, food, arts & crafts at the famous Eumundi Markets, coffee & cake at the local coffee roasters, gourmet lunch at The Doonan, and panoramic views at Eumundi's best lookout. Our tour is guided by an experienced host providing commentary throughout the day. Our tour bus is a luxury vehicle with air-conditioning, sunroof, sun curtains, a fridge, and reclining seats. Each seat has a usb charging port too, for you to charge your phone and camera.

Capture Coolum Beach's stunning vistas, with tips from local photographer, Kerry Mulgrew. You'll learn the best spots to capture Coolum's raw beauty and how to see the landscape as a photographer does. The tuition shares the secrets of design language and how this can strengthen and create magic in the frame. If you love nature and wonder how you can create epic photos, this tour is for you.