Things to do

Thriving cosmopolitan cities and towns offer an eclectic array of attractions – theme parks, zoos, markets, galleries showcasing internationally recognised aboriginal art, museums and luxurious shopping at world-class precincts.

Things to do

Welcome to Queensland where 300 warm and sunny days a year are the norm... it's really no wonder why Queenslanders are so happy. You can enjoy outdoor attractions and food and wine anytime you visit. Go on wildlife tours and explore native habitats, take a whale watching cruise or even follow the footsteps of the early pioneers into the Queensland Outback. There are plenty of adventure tours on offer as well as the favourite of the young at heart, the Gold Coast theme parks.

Step back in time as you view Aboriginal art or attend local cultural exhibitions and visit art galleries. There’s also the shopping, with an abundance of markets, shopping centres and boutiques. All offer plenty to catch your interest - whether you're looking for souvenirs or just browsing through town.

Food and wine
Queensland offers a gourmet paradise with delectable, award-winning wines, organic produce and fresh seafood. Follow a food and wine trail and you'll be sipping on a Chardonnay or rolling a Shiraz around your mouth on a grape-fuelled adventure. Pick up fresh produce straight from the tree, browse through markets, or get creative at a cooking school.

Australian cuisine blends fresh ingredients and uses European culinary traditions and the light touch of Asian seasoning. You'll taste some of the best food in the world and even the most discerning diner will be satisfied. With fresh barramundi, mud crab, exotic crocodile meat, mangoes and macadamia nuts… you’ll really know you're in Queensland.

Wildlife tours
With five World-Heritage listed areas and kilometres of ocean and natural landscapes, the options are endless to experience a natural adventure in Queensland. There are plenty of parks, walks and river ways to relax and unwind.

Queensland has an abundance of native Australian wildlife. The 3,000 individual reefs and coral islands of the Great Barrier Reef harbour thousands of fish and marine creatures.
Watch the progression of protected humpback whales on their journey along the coast. Queensland's beaches also provide excellent environments for loggerhead, flatback, green and leatherback turtles, with many tour operators Eco-tourism accredited.

Adventure tours
Enjoy your holiday with tour guides eager to make your experience the best possible. They'll take you to the great locations, show you the secret sites and make your trip informative as well as a lot of fun. If you're looking for whales, birdlife or salt water crocodiles, there are many experienced guides to get you there. Tap into the ancient knowledge of indigenous guides as they reveal the hidden wonders of the land.

Most tour operators have a range of flexible touring options, from cruises to night tours and trips especially tailored to your needs. Rely on friendly local knowledge to give you the fullest Queensland experience

Theme parks
From rollercoasters to getting drenched on a waterslide, or jumping in to swim with dolphins or cuddling some koalas - there's some serious fun to be had in Queensland.

With numerous zoos, theme parks and attractions on offer, the hardest decision will be figuring out how to do it all. From the Gold Coast to the Tropical North, a great experience awaits you.

Cultural exhibitions
With accomplished artists and internationally recognised galleries, Queensland is quickly establishing itself as a leading destination for the arts. Natural rock art galleries evidence Aboriginal artists from days gone by.

Local museums and memorials mark historic events and people to ensure they will not be forgotten. Former island convict settlements now reflect the hardships that early Australians endured. So why not take some time to enjoy Queensland culture, even if it's only an arts market.

Shopping
Luxurious centres and some of Australia’s largest shopping precincts will keep you absorbed all day. Buy from some of the world’s top designers in elegant surroundings or simply visit Queensland’s seaside and evening markets. The experiences are memorable whatever you choose.

City entertainment
Queensland's cities and towns are thriving with cosmopolitan energy and a strongly defined sense of place. With innate optimism and eclectic appeal, it’s no wonder Queensland is recognised as offering unbeatable lifestyles, the most entertaining cities, and the reason why residents from all corners of the globe come to live here.