Lou's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Fabulous zoo with amazing animal exhibits in a lush surroundings. They will pick you up from Coolum in a bus
867 locals recommend
Australia Zoo
Fabulous zoo with amazing animal exhibits in a lush surroundings. They will pick you up from Coolum in a bus
Lovely walking and cycling tracks north and south from Coolum
8 locals recommend
Boardwalk View Of Mt Coolum
9 Wave CresLovely walking and cycling tracks north and south from Coolum
A steep climb with lots of stairs but so worth it to see the view from the top
66 locals recommend
Mt Coolum Climb
A steep climb with lots of stairs but so worth it to see the view from the top
If you go north to the famous little town of Noosa, follow the boardwalk around the beautiful park. You might see koalas
840 locals recommend
Noosa National Park Carpark
60-62 Park RdIf you go north to the famous little town of Noosa, follow the boardwalk around the beautiful park. You might see koalas
Food scene
Coolum Surf Club
1775-1779 David Low WayRelaxed dining with the best view on the Sunshine Coast
Very famous local markets about 30 mins drive with a great food scene and lots of local crafts and fashion. A must-see on Saturdays and Wednesdays. Get there early to avoid the crowds. There’s always something wonderful to see and I never get sick of going!
700 locals recommend
Eumundi Markets
80 Memorial DrVery famous local markets about 30 mins drive with a great food scene and lots of local crafts and fashion. A must-see on Saturdays and Wednesdays. Get there early to avoid the crowds. There’s always something wonderful to see and I never get sick of going!
Fabulous French bakery, open for breakfast and lunch. Food is wonderful and Pascal and Eveline are the real thing
26 locals recommend
Ma Boulange Cafe
1812 David Low WayFabulous French bakery, open for breakfast and lunch. Food is wonderful and Pascal and Eveline are the real thing
Hot Chilli Bean Thai Cafe
1776-1784 David Low WayWonderful local cafe , food never disappoints
Raw Energy Coolum
16/1776 David Low Way Wonderful juices and natural foods. Breakfast is fabulous
Happy hour is between 3.30-5-30. Join the locals for drinks and tapas with a great view of the ocean
51 locals recommend
Canteen Kitchen + Bar
1748 David Low WayHappy hour is between 3.30-5-30. Join the locals for drinks and tapas with a great view of the ocean
Si Suphan
1796 David Low WayGreat Thai food
Coolum Beach Hotel
David Low WayGreat family venue, live music on Sunday afternoon
Yandina Markets - Saturday
North StreetGreat farmers and trash and treasure market
Mexicola
7-13 Beach RdGreat little restaurant
My Place Restaurant
1768 David Low WayGreat local cafe with ocean views
A truly spectacular restaurant, food to die for in a stunning setting
50 locals recommend
Spirit House Restaurant
20 Ninderry RdA truly spectacular restaurant, food to die for in a stunning setting
Neighbourhoods
Coolum Beach
Fabulous little village with interesting shops and cafes
Famous lovely surf beach, national park and town about 30 mins north of Coolum. Easiest to go by bus as parking is limited.
271 locals recommend
Downtown Noosa Heads
Famous lovely surf beach, national park and town about 30 mins north of Coolum. Easiest to go by bus as parking is limited.
Large shopping centre with lots of parking spaces , where you will find anything you want.
436 locals recommend
Sunshine Plaza
164 Horton ParadeLarge shopping centre with lots of parking spaces , where you will find anything you want.
Health and beauty
Beautiful day spa, indulge yourself!
Asante Day Spa
7 Beach RdBeautiful day spa
City advice
Getting around
Sunshine Coast buses
Use the TransLink app to find information about the buses which travel the length of the Sunshine Coast very regularly. Our closest bus stop is on the David Low Way at the bottom of Scrub Road .