Our Guide to Noosa
Yoga | Pilates | Meditation
For those seeking wellness, movement, clarity of mind or just a way to chill and relax....
This studio is stunning and in the perfect location over looking Gympie Terrace and the Noosa River. The staff are attentive and they have a range of classes 7 days a week from reformer pilates through to yoga.
6 locals recommend
Noosa Flow
203 Gympie TerraceThis studio is stunning and in the perfect location over looking Gympie Terrace and the Noosa River. The staff are attentive and they have a range of classes 7 days a week from reformer pilates through to yoga.
Just a 2 to 3 minute drive from our place, Zenko Yoga has a good timetable of classes and you can always head downstairs afterwards to the cafe for refreshments or into the Alfresco Room for a little retail therapy.
Zenko Yoga
37 Gibson RdJust a 2 to 3 minute drive from our place, Zenko Yoga has a good timetable of classes and you can always head downstairs afterwards to the cafe for refreshments or into the Alfresco Room for a little retail therapy.
Food scene
Noosa has a great food scene with a large variety of options available. Many restaurants and cafes are focused on the use of local produce and we have included some of our favorites below...
Hidden away in the industrial area of Noosaville this place is great to pick up some organic fruit/veg and meats. Its a great place for a coffee and the breakfast menu with a tonne of vegan and vegetarian options is divine!
74 locals recommend
Belmondos Organic Market
59 Rene StHidden away in the industrial area of Noosaville this place is great to pick up some organic fruit/veg and meats. Its a great place for a coffee and the breakfast menu with a tonne of vegan and vegetarian options is divine!
Such a great place for breakfast on a Sunday with a variety of local food vans and food options, fresh local produce, breads, condiments etc. Local's tip: Get there early to avoid the crowds!
224 locals recommend
Noosa Farmers Market
155 Weyba RdSuch a great place for breakfast on a Sunday with a variety of local food vans and food options, fresh local produce, breads, condiments etc. Local's tip: Get there early to avoid the crowds!
Super tasty Asian inspired food and a great funky ambiance! Dine inside or in the spring/summer enjoy people watching from the bar or outdoor tables...
52 locals recommend
Light Years - Noosa
1 Sunshine Beach RdSuper tasty Asian inspired food and a great funky ambiance! Dine inside or in the spring/summer enjoy people watching from the bar or outdoor tables...
Noosa Boathouse is floating on the Noosa River! You can't beat the stunning river views. The menu is modern and fresh with an emphasis on local seafood. If you are travelling as a larger group they also offer a fantastic and reasonably priced "Feast" menu to share. We definitely recommend the Sunset Bar on the top floor for an afternoon cocktail and to drink in the stunning sunset views down the river.
106 locals recommend
Noosa Boathouse
194 Gympie TerraceNoosa Boathouse is floating on the Noosa River! You can't beat the stunning river views. The menu is modern and fresh with an emphasis on local seafood. If you are travelling as a larger group they also offer a fantastic and reasonably priced "Feast" menu to share. We definitely recommend the Sunset Bar on the top floor for an afternoon cocktail and to drink in the stunning sunset views down the river.
For dining right on the beach, this spot is hard to beat. With a modern Australian menu using local produce, the food is good.
Great for breakfast, a long lunch or a late afternoon cocktail followed by dinner! Ensure to make a reservation in advance.
240 locals recommend
Bistro C
49 Hastings StFor dining right on the beach, this spot is hard to beat. With a modern Australian menu using local produce, the food is good.
Great for breakfast, a long lunch or a late afternoon cocktail followed by dinner! Ensure to make a reservation in advance.
Another favorite of ours for Asian inspired food. If it is warm weather, you can't beat the back courtyard for dining. Definitely book well in advance as this restaurant is very popular!
Locals Tip: This restaurant also offers a a great set shared menu if you are planning on dining as a group.
241 locals recommend
sum yung guys
205 Weyba RoadAnother favorite of ours for Asian inspired food. If it is warm weather, you can't beat the back courtyard for dining. Definitely book well in advance as this restaurant is very popular!
Locals Tip: This restaurant also offers a a great set shared menu if you are planning on dining as a group.
For a casual dinner on the river, 250 Grammi is the place to go! The pizza's are excellent and if you are into Italian food this menu is delicious... Book in advance in high season to ensure a table.
28 locals recommend
250 Grammi food & wine bar
203 Gympie TerraceFor a casual dinner on the river, 250 Grammi is the place to go! The pizza's are excellent and if you are into Italian food this menu is delicious... Book in advance in high season to ensure a table.
We love this place upstairs from Cafe Le Monde on Hastings Street. The restaurant has a great atmosphere and some really yummy cocktails and pizza. Our kids love dining here!
We also like to order takeaway pizza from here and eat it down on the beach with a picnic blanket and watch the sunset :)
33 locals recommend
El Capitano - Pizzeria & Bar
We love this place upstairs from Cafe Le Monde on Hastings Street. The restaurant has a great atmosphere and some really yummy cocktails and pizza. Our kids love dining here!
We also like to order takeaway pizza from here and eat it down on the beach with a picnic blanket and watch the sunset :)
Sightseeing
From the stunning beaches, coastal hikes and exploring the Noosa Hinterland, there is a lot to see and do!
If you love the beach, head to Noosa Main Beach on Laguna Bay. This is our local beach and we love it! If visiting over the summer months or at a peak time, we suggest getting there early. In peak times it can be difficult to find a car park so we recommend you head towards "Noosa Woods" where you can use the beach access tracks and if you would like to hang out on the patrolled beach, simply wander back along the boardwalk and enjoy the stunning views!
270 locals recommend
Noosa Heads Main Beach
If you love the beach, head to Noosa Main Beach on Laguna Bay. This is our local beach and we love it! If visiting over the summer months or at a peak time, we suggest getting there early. In peak times it can be difficult to find a car park so we recommend you head towards "Noosa Woods" where you can use the beach access tracks and if you would like to hang out on the patrolled beach, simply wander back along the boardwalk and enjoy the stunning views!
The coastal walk from Noosa Main Beach, up past Little Cove, down into the Noosa National Park and all the way along past Tea Tree Bay, Granite Bay (one of our favourites!) to Hell's Gates is absolutely stunning.
9 locals recommend
Coastal Walk
Coastal WalkThe coastal walk from Noosa Main Beach, up past Little Cove, down into the Noosa National Park and all the way along past Tea Tree Bay, Granite Bay (one of our favourites!) to Hell's Gates is absolutely stunning.
We love Mt Tinbeerwah and visit regularly. Just a short 15 minute drive from our place via Tewantin, you can drive right up the mountain. From the car park it is an approximate 15 to 20 minute walk to the look out. We have been doing it with our kids since they were young and they love to explore along the way. We have even spotted koalas there! The view at the top really helps put the region into perspective with sweeping views up the coast to Rainbow Beach as well as across the stunning hinterland to Cooroy Mountain. A beautiful place to watch the sunset on a warm afternoon!
62 locals recommend
Mount Tinbeerwah Lookout
We love Mt Tinbeerwah and visit regularly. Just a short 15 minute drive from our place via Tewantin, you can drive right up the mountain. From the car park it is an approximate 15 to 20 minute walk to the look out. We have been doing it with our kids since they were young and they love to explore along the way. We have even spotted koalas there! The view at the top really helps put the region into perspective with sweeping views up the coast to Rainbow Beach as well as across the stunning hinterland to Cooroy Mountain. A beautiful place to watch the sunset on a warm afternoon!
This one is not for the faint hearted! Mount Cooroora can be found in the quaint hinterland town of Pamona, it is around a 40 minute to one hour hike and the final ascent does involve some chains and a little scouring of rock face. It feels great once you reach the peak and the views are well worth the challenge!
47 locals recommend
Mount Cooroora
This one is not for the faint hearted! Mount Cooroora can be found in the quaint hinterland town of Pamona, it is around a 40 minute to one hour hike and the final ascent does involve some chains and a little scouring of rock face. It feels great once you reach the peak and the views are well worth the challenge!
There is nothing quite like meandering down the Noosa River whilst sitting on the rooftop of the Noosa Ferry on a sunny day. Take in the views up and down the Noosa River whilst listening to the knowledgeable ferry driver speak about the surrounding areas. The Noosa Ferry travels from Noosa Marina in Tewantin into Noosa Heads (just behind Hastings Street). You can board at any number of spots along the way and we highly recommend taking the sunset cruise along with a bottle of wine to enjoy the amazing sunset views.
57 locals recommend
Noosa Ferry & Cruise Company
Parkyn CourtThere is nothing quite like meandering down the Noosa River whilst sitting on the rooftop of the Noosa Ferry on a sunny day. Take in the views up and down the Noosa River whilst listening to the knowledgeable ferry driver speak about the surrounding areas. The Noosa Ferry travels from Noosa Marina in Tewantin into Noosa Heads (just behind Hastings Street). You can board at any number of spots along the way and we highly recommend taking the sunset cruise along with a bottle of wine to enjoy the amazing sunset views.
Neighbourhoods
Just a 3 minute drive, a 10 minute bike ride, or a 25 minute walk from our place is Gympie Terrace in Noosaville. Gympie Terrace is the heart of Noosaville right on the Noosa River. Beside the river are beautiful park lands and a lovely wide path to ride or walk and take in the river surrounds. There are also a number of public use BBQ for a casual lunch or dinner and at the northern end there is a large park for the kids!
On Gympie Terrace itself there are a large selection of cafes, restaurants and boutique shopping to explore.
Head down and spend the day, walk the path, take a picnic and have a swim!
40 locals recommend
Gympie Terrace
Gympie TerraceJust a 3 minute drive, a 10 minute bike ride, or a 25 minute walk from our place is Gympie Terrace in Noosaville. Gympie Terrace is the heart of Noosaville right on the Noosa River. Beside the river are beautiful park lands and a lovely wide path to ride or walk and take in the river surrounds. There are also a number of public use BBQ for a casual lunch or dinner and at the northern end there is a large park for the kids!
On Gympie Terrace itself there are a large selection of cafes, restaurants and boutique shopping to explore.
Head down and spend the day, walk the path, take a picnic and have a swim!
City advice
Book before you go
Head to www.visitnoosa.com.au before your stay!
The Visit Noosa website has all the latest info on things to do and see in our area. They also have an up to date calendar of events as well as a weekly "Whats ON" download.