Tewantin Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Tewantin which includes street scenes
Only a short distance upriver from Noosa Heads, this historic village teems with native wildlife and has stunning river views.

With lush waterways, a bustling marina and beautiful forests, the village of Tewantin has something to offer every type of traveler. Relax and enjoy swimming in the beautiful river or have a boating adventure. Go hiking to see native flora and fauna or climb Mount Tinbeerwah.

The name Tewantin is an anglicized version of the Aboriginal name for the area, Dauwadhum, meaning place of dead logs. Historically, Tewantin was the river port for the Noosa area. Today, Tewantin is home to quaint shops, cafés and the lively Noosa Marina. The village is also the launching point for the vehicular ferry to Noosa North Shore and beyond to the Great Sandy National Park and Fraser Island.

Spot native wildlife and enjoy a picnic in the Tewantin Forest Reserve, set in the bush surrounding Mount Tinbeerwah. Take the trail to the top of Mount Tinbeerwah for magnificent views of the ocean, lakes and Noosa hinterland. You can also hire a professional guide and try abseiling down the mountain.

Play a round of golf at the Tewantin Noosa Golf Course, one of the best courses on the Sunshine Coast. Spot kangaroos and possibly a koala as you play. Then have a post-round drink at the clubhouse restaurant.

On Sunday morning, head to Noosa Marina for the Noosa Harbour Markets. This bustling art, craft and produce market features live music and entertainment from local and interstate musicians. Noosa Marina is also a great place to have a coffee or meal overlooking the river.

Explore the ocean by taking a boat tour or renting your own boat. These can be booked at the Visitor Information Centre in the marina.

Tewantin is about a 10-minute drive from Noosa Heads. Alternatively, take the Noosa Ferry to Noosa Marina and stroll along the riverside to Tewantin. By road, Tewantin is just under 2 hours from Brisbane via the Bruce Highway. Enjoy views of the Glass House Mountains on your drive north.


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Our pick of the best Tewantin Hotel Deals

Ingenia Holidays Noosa North
Ingenia Holidays Noosa North
3 out of 5
143 Moorindil Street, Tewantin, QLD
The price is AU$129 per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
AU$129
per night
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly holiday park in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Hastings Street and Noosa ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (236 reviews)
"Convenient and affordable"

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Ingenia Holidays Noosa North
Noosa Lakes Resort
Noosa Lakes Resort
3.5 out of 5
3 Hilton Terrace, Tewantin, QLD
The price is AU$269 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$269
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,652 reviews)
"Great 2 night stay, Noosa lakes worked to accommodate us as 4 friends away for the weekend, not 2 couples, by switching us to the most appropriate townhouse. Would stay again for sure"

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Noosa Lakes Resort
Ingenia Holidays Noosa
Ingenia Holidays Noosa
3 out of 5
141 Cooroy-Noosa Road, Tewantin, QLD
Fully refundable
The price is AU$152 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
AU$152
per night
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly holiday park in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Hastings Street and Noosa ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (233 reviews)
"Quiet and clean cabin with everything you'd need. Modern appliances and renovated bathroom. Has fan and AC. Close to local shops and main area of town in Noosa. Facilities on site were good and convenient to use."

Reviewed on 8 Jun. 2024

Ingenia Holidays Noosa
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
42 First Avenue and Fairway Drive, Maroochydore, QLD
The price is AU$172 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
AU$172
per night
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (372 reviews)
"Staff where excellent facilities great and overall stay was very comfortable"

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2024

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast, an IHG Hotel
Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
4.5 out of 5
Cnr Mooloolaba Esplanade & Venning St, Mooloolaba, QLD
The price is AU$256 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
AU$256
per night
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free parking, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,493 reviews)
Winter break
"Great location and facilities. Room quite tired and dated. Pool area lovely and right next to the beach. Parking included."

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2024

Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort Hotel
Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort Hotel
4 out of 5
270 Ocean Drive, Sunshine Coast, Twin Waters, QLD
The price is AU$214 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
AU$214
per night
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Great property bedding option didn’t work out otherwise very good"

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2024

Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Tewantin

Noosaville featuring general coastal views and a coastal town

Noosaville

Noosaville is known for its stunning river views, and you can see some sights area like Lake Weyba and Noosa National Park.

Noosaville
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Noosa North Shore

Travellers like the beaches in Noosa North Shore, and Beach Park Noosa North Shore is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Noosa North Shore
Noosa Heads featuring tropical scenes and a beach

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.

Noosa Heads
Sunshine Beach which includes markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Sunshine Beach

Travellers come to Sunshine Beach for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Sunshine Beach Village Shops and Noosa National Park while you're in town.

Sunshine Beach
Peregian Beach which includes a sandy beach

Peregian Beach

Peregian Beach is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Peregian Beach or Lake Weyba.

Peregian Beach
Coolum Beach showing landscape views and a beach as well as a couple

Coolum Beach

The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Coolum Beach. A stop by Coolum Beach or Peregian Beach might round out your trip.

Coolum Beach

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