City of Caloundra Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Cooler weather brings fog around the Glasshouse Mountains. A great vantage point is near the township of Maleny. #queensland #australia #sunshinecoast #hometown
Cooler weather brings fog around the Glasshouse Mountains. A great vantage point is near the township of Maleny. #queensland #australia #sunshinecoast #hometown
The ever popular lonely tree overlooking the Glasshouse Mountains. This tree is located on private property and you can get permission to access the paddock from the owner as per the sign on the gate. You can easily photograph the landscape from the roadside as well. #roadtrip #queensland #australia #mountains #weekendgetaway
When visiting the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, make sure you stop at the Maleny Botanical Gardens. You can take a half hour tour through the aviary and come face to face with native Australian birds and these magnificent macaws. #queensland #australia #weekendgetaway #blue
Sunrise on a moody day at Dicky Beach to say goodbye to the SS Dicky as it's getting ready for relocation. Visiting the wreck that has been sitting on this beach since 1893 will soon see a change on the horizon. The exposed stern, starboard and port ribs are going to be removed and conserved in the next few weeks. Don't miss the opportunity to say farewell and whilst you're there take a glorious walk along the beach, surf and enjoy the weather that the Sunshine Coast is famous for. #waterlust #weekendgetaway

Where to stay in City of Caloundra

Kings Beach featuring a sandy beach and a coastal town

Kings Beach

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Kings Beach. A stop by Kings Beach or Shelly Beach might round out your trip.

Kings Beach
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Moffat Beach

Unique features of Moffat Beach include the beaches and cafes. Make a stop by Moffat Beach or Shelly Beach while you're exploring the area.

Moffat Beach
Sunrise on a moody day at Dicky Beach to say goodbye to the SS Dicky as it's getting ready for relocation. Visiting the wreck that has been sitting on this beach since 1893 will soon see a change on the horizon. The exposed stern, starboard and port ribs are going to be removed and conserved in the next few weeks. Don't miss the opportunity to say farewell and whilst you're there take a glorious walk along the beach, surf and enjoy the weather that the Sunshine Coast is famous for. #waterlust #weekendgetaway

Dicky Beach

Unique features of Dicky Beach include the beaches and cafes. Make a stop by Dickey Beach or Moffat Beach while you're exploring the area.

Dicky Beach
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Bokarina

While visiting Bokarina, you might make a stop by sights like Sunshine Coast Stadium and Warana Beach.

Bokarina
Aerial view of Sunshine Coast university hospital which opened in March 2017

Birtinya

Birtinya is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like NightQuarter and Mooloolah River National Park.

Birtinya
Single pelicanus and small fishing boat in front of the uluabat lake in bursa during sunny day.

Pelican Waters

Golf courses, spas and restaurants highlight some of the notable features of Pelican Waters. Make a stop by Pelican Waters Golf Club while you're exploring.

Pelican Waters
Mercure Sunshine Coast Kawana Waters

Mercure Sunshine Coast Kawana Waters

4.5 out of 5
9 Florey Boulevard Birtinya QLD
The price is AU$152 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
AU$152
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
Room was spacious and ready when we arrived. Breakfast was good but not much selection of cooked items. Staff were great. Only complaint is that the toilet in our room hadn’t been cleaned from the previous person.

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Mercure Sunshine Coast Kawana Waters
Pelican Waters Resort

Pelican Waters Resort

4.5 out of 5
38 Mahogany Drive Pelican Waters QLD
The price is AU$236 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
AU$236
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
Room was a good size. The decor seemed pretty dated compared to the building and facilities though.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Pelican Waters Resort
Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort

Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort

4.5 out of 5
2 Landsborough Parade Golden Beach QLD
The price is AU$190 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
AU$190
28 Jan - 29 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,692 reviews)
Kids had a great time. Seems to be renovated since our last visit

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort
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Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort

Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort

4.5 out of 5
2 Landsborough Parade Golden Beach QLD
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,692 reviews)
Kids had a great time. Seems to be renovated since our last visit

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort
Lowanna Beach Resort by Direct Collective

Lowanna Beach Resort by Direct Collective

2 out of 5
42 Lowanna Dr Buddina QLD
Stay at this aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Mooloolaba Beach and Mooloolaba Esplanade ...
9/10 Wonderful! (138 reviews)
Wow wow wow! The unit was so clean, spacious, and just nice! Love that there was a washer and dryer in unit and a balcony. Wish we had stayed longer and definitely will come back again next time I’m in Australia

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Lowanna Beach Resort by Direct Collective
Rumba Beach Resort

Rumba Beach Resort

5 out of 5
Bulcock Beach Esplanade Reception Caloundra QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,266 reviews)
Fabulous location, facilities & staff. We love our stays at Rumba

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Rumba Beach Resort
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Popular places to visit

Australia Zoo featuring zoo animals and hiking or walking as well as children

Australia Zoo

4.5/5(341 reviews)

Visit this thrilling Australian animal kingdom, the legacy of Steve Irwin, and you will be guaranteed a fun-filled day of adventure and discovery.

Australia Zoo
Early morning photos at Dicky Beach #SSDicky #FarewellDicky #Shipwreck

Moffat Beach

4.5/5(350 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Moffat Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Moffat Beach. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its cafes.

Moffat Beach
Aussie World showing signage and street scenes

Aussie World

4/5(124 reviews)

Twist and turn on exciting rides, climb great heights, fall at high speeds and thrill yourself in a day at this popular theme park north of Brisbane.

Aussie World
Mooloolaba showing landscape views and a sandy beach

Point Cartwright

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Take in sweeping views over the land and sea, walk along the beach or just relax in the sun on this slice of land between river and sea.

Point Cartwright
Shelly Beach showing general coastal views and rugged coastline

Shelly Beach

4.5/5(310 reviews)

Discover tidal pools amid the fascinating rock formations and crashing waves of this rugged beach, enclosed by Caloundra’s scenic pine-covered headland.

Shelly Beach
Lake Baroon. Truly a magical place in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland #Blue #Queensland #Australia

Lake Baroon

4.5/5(22 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Baroon during your travels in North Maleny. Wander the rainforests or discover the area's waterfalls.

Lake Baroon

Cities near City of Caloundra

Roma Street Parkland showing a garden, a city and a river or creek

Brisbane

Sunshine Coast which includes a river or creek, a house and boating

Sunshine Coast

Glasshouse Mountains National Park featuring tranquil scenes, mountains and landscape views

Glass House Mountains

Maleny which includes tranquil scenes, landscape views and farmland

Maleny

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