| unshine Coast of Queensland is home to some of | | | | Way, a short drive from the heart of Coolum. |
| Australia's most beautiful beaches and seaside | | | | Overlooking the Maroochy River, the castle is home to |
| communities. Coolum is just one of these, priding itself | | | | displays that are sure to please the whole family. The |
| on a relaxed and laid back nature that sets it apart | | | | Dungeon Torture Chamber and Medieval Armour will |
| from the rest. Providing a pleasant change from the | | | | keep the boys amused, while the Doll Museum, which |
| busy beaches of the Sunshine Coast, Coolum is the | | | | is home to 2200 dolls, will entertain the girls for hours. |
| perfect location for your next weekend away or | | | | Offering lunches and teas and a charming gift and |
| extended holiday with the family! | | | | souvenir shop, there is sure to be something here for |
| Coolum is an ideal driving distance of 120 kilometres | | | | everyone! |
| north of the state capital, Brisbane. Its position just off | | | | Most visitors to Coolum go there to relax and take it |
| the Bruce Highway makes accessing this seaside | | | | easy. This escape from the hustle and bustle of city |
| hideaway easy and simple. Coolum is at the centre of | | | | life offers a wide range of recreational activities that |
| seven of Australia's National Parks, which makes it the | | | | suit all ages. Play a game of traditional beach cricket or |
| perfect base for exploration of the natural | | | | take a surfing lesson with a trained professional. The |
| wonderlands. | | | | area is also rich in premier golf courses, so play a |
| The history of this appealing community is embedded | | | | round while enjoying the magnificent surrounding views. |
| in the Mt Coolum National Park. The park is rich in | | | | For those extreme thrill seekers out there, dare to take |
| Aboriginal history and tradition and is also the home of | | | | a sky diving adventure or attempt the moto cross |
| the focal point of Coolum, Mt Coolum. This isolated | | | | experience! For those young or young at heart, |
| volcanic dome stands 208 metres high and is most | | | | Coolum is the perfect place to get back in touch with |
| noticeable for its flat summit. This lack of peak makes | | | | your adventurous side! |
| for a perfect plateau of lookout points, where you can | | | | Coolum's central location on the Sunshine Coast |
| enjoy 360 degree views of the surrounding beaches, | | | | makes it the idyllic place to base yourself for |
| national parks, sugar cane fields and Sunshine Coast | | | | exploration of the surrounding attractions. The Ginger |
| Hinterland. The diverse plant life and comfortable | | | | Factory, Australia Zoo and the Big Pineapple are all |
| walking track makes this entire experience enjoyable | | | | within short driving distances from Coolum. These |
| and the sights, unforgettable. Travelling to Mt Coolum is | | | | tourist attractions are perfect day trips for the kids to |
| very simple by car! Simply travel south along the David | | | | enjoy and the scenic sights make the drive an |
| Low Way from Coolum for 6 kilometres, where | | | | enjoyable and pleasant one. |
| veering into Quarry Road will bring you to the entrance | | | | Basing yourself in Coolum is made easy with the wide |
| of this great walk. | | | | range of accommodation options available. Choose |
| The other most talked about qualities of the Coolum | | | | from resorts, holiday houses and seaside motels. For |
| area are the pristine, unspoilt beaches. Coolum Beach | | | | those travelling in campervan, I highly recommend the |
| is located in the heart of the town, offering a safe | | | | Coolum Beach Caravan Park, which is ideally situated |
| place for surfing and swimming for the whole family. | | | | right on the beachfront. Easy beach access makes |
| Coolum Beach is also home to the Coolum Kite | | | | this park one of the most popular on the Sunshine |
| Festival, an annual event held each October. Drawing | | | | Coast, with its reasonable prices making it perfect to |
| in thousands of tourists each year, the event | | | | suit any budget! |
| showcases the kiting talents of the locals, along with | | | | Coolum is the ultimate place to relax and unwind. The |
| international visitors. This community event captures | | | | tourist friendly beach, nearby national parks and |
| the essence of the Coolum Beach Lifestyle and offers | | | | abundance in family holiday attractions allow for a |
| a fun day out for the whole family! | | | | unique contrast between nature and commercialism. |
| Another ideal family activity to take part in while visiting | | | | On your next visit to the Sunshine Coast, be sure to |
| the Coolum area is a visit to Bli Bli Castle. This | | | | discover the wonders and fun that Coolum has to |
| medieval fairytale castle is located just off David Low | | | | offer! |