Freya’s guidebook
Alex Headlands
Mooloolaba is a vibrant seaside town bustling with some of the best restaurants and shopping on the Sunshine Coast. Cruise the esplanade, visit our iconic wharf precinct, sample our famous seafood straight of the docks or just relax on our beautiful beach. No matter what type of getaway you need Mooloolaba has it all. So if your up for some action and adventure or just want to relax this is the place for you.
Centrally located on the Sunshine Coast and within a 1 hour drive of Brisbane this is the perfect hub to explore from.
You'll soon Learn to love Mooloolaba as much as us locals!
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Mooloolaba
Mooloolaba is a vibrant seaside town bustling with some of the best restaurants and shopping on the Sunshine Coast. Cruise the esplanade, visit our iconic wharf precinct, sample our famous seafood straight of the docks or just relax on our beautiful beach. No matter what type of getaway you need Mooloolaba has it all. So if your up for some action and adventure or just want to relax this is the place for you.
Centrally located on the Sunshine Coast and within a 1 hour drive of Brisbane this is the perfect hub to explore from.
You'll soon Learn to love Mooloolaba as much as us locals!
Food and drink scene
All my personal favorite foodie locations.
Located in Mooloolaba a local favorite great food and family friendly service.
Less than 5 minute drive or 20 minute walk.
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Augello's Ristorante & Pizzeria
13 Mooloolaba EsplLocated in Mooloolaba a local favorite great food and family friendly service.
Less than 5 minute drive or 20 minute walk.
Located in Mooloolaba a sophisticated dinning experience less than 5 minute drive or only a 19 minutes walk.
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Bella Venezia Restaurant & Bar
95 Mooloolaba EsplLocated in Mooloolaba a sophisticated dinning experience less than 5 minute drive or only a 19 minutes walk.
A must visit for the serious foodie located at Yandina 28 minutes drive away. Bookings essential.
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Spirit House Restaurant
20 Ninderry RdA must visit for the serious foodie located at Yandina 28 minutes drive away. Bookings essential.
Great for breaky and a healthy 20 minute walk away.
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The Coffee Club Café - Mooloolaba
24 Mooloolaba EsplGreat for breaky and a healthy 20 minute walk away.
Rice Boi
Parkyn Parade20 minute walk away at the Mooloolaba wharf delish!
Stunning views of Mooloolaba wharf. Fine dining and 20 minute walk away.
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See Restaurant
123 Parkyn ParadeStunning views of Mooloolaba wharf. Fine dining and 20 minute walk away.
RayJays Fish & Chips
25-33 Poinsettia Ave5 minutes walk away at our local shopping centre.
Located in Mooloolaba a 15 minute walk Japanese Asian menu fine dining a must see.
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Spice Bar Restaurant
123 Mooloolaba EsplLocated in Mooloolaba a 15 minute walk Japanese Asian menu fine dining a must see.
Located in Maroochydore amaz Asian fusion food. 6 minute drive away.
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Giddy Geisha
Market LaneLocated in Maroochydore amaz Asian fusion food. 6 minute drive away.
Sakana Sushi Bar
25 Parkyn ParadeBest in Mooloolaba. 8 minutes drive.
Kinnho Teppanyaki
45 Brisbane RoadLocated in Mooloolaba a fun night out. 20 minute walk or less than 4 minute drive.
Your local Maccas. 6 minutes drive. 25 minute walk.
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McDonald's Maroochydore II
Wirraway StreetYour local Maccas. 6 minutes drive. 25 minute walk.
Spero
Parkyn ParadeLocated in Mooloolaba a great Greek cuisine. 20 minutes walk.
Located in Cotton Tree fantastic Seafood with a view to die for!
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The Boat Shed
Located in Cotton Tree fantastic Seafood with a view to die for!
Located in Maroochydore a personal favorite dine drink then check out there amaz cellar shop, 6 minutes drive way.
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Market Bistro
8 Market LaneLocated in Maroochydore a personal favorite dine drink then check out there amaz cellar shop, 6 minutes drive way.
Located in Maleny and Perfect for a special occasion. 37 minutes drive away.
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King Ludwigs German Restaurant and Bavarian Beer Bar
401 Mountain View RdLocated in Maleny and Perfect for a special occasion. 37 minutes drive away.
Ton Khao Bistro
First AvenueLocated in Mooloolaba only a 20m minute walk. YUMM.
Located in our neighbourhood popular with everyone. 7 minutes walk away.
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The Velo Project
19 Careela StLocated in our neighbourhood popular with everyone. 7 minutes walk away.
Located in Mooloolaba Seafood for the special occasion.
Only a 25 minute walk or 4 min drive.
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Fish on Parkyn
25 Parkyn ParadeLocated in Mooloolaba Seafood for the special occasion.
Only a 25 minute walk or 4 min drive.
For all you cheese lovers out there try there Wasabi cheddar.
35 minutes drive away.
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Maleny Cheese
1 Clifford StFor all you cheese lovers out there try there Wasabi cheddar.
35 minutes drive away.
Harry's On Buderim
11 Harrys LnFor a romantic dinner for two. 10 minutes drive away.
Cafe Vie
2 Main StLocated in Buderim amazing Vegan healthy Café 10 minutes drive.
Gelatissimo Mooloolaba
101-105 EsplanadeLocated in Mooloolaba 15 minute Walk to my Fav Ice crème shop!
Coles Mooloolaba
Venning StreetNext to Coles and BWS 17 minutes walk.
Located in Mooloolaba a local institution Walk 20 minutes.
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Montezuma's Mexican
Brisbane RoadLocated in Mooloolaba a local institution Walk 20 minutes.
Located in Mooloolaba Great Chinese nice atmosphere 25 minute walk away..
Bauhinia Chinese Restaurant
15 Brisbane RdLocated in Mooloolaba Great Chinese nice atmosphere 25 minute walk away..
Located in Maroochydore a great drinks food and lunch time specials. 6 minutes drive away.
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Uptown Gastropub
Located in Maroochydore a great drinks food and lunch time specials. 6 minutes drive away.
Located in Birtinya music food drink family friendly. Only a 12 minute drive away.
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NightQuarter
8 The AvenueLocated in Birtinya music food drink family friendly. Only a 12 minute drive away.
Black Curry Asian Kitchen
188 Alexandra Parade18 minutes walk away great takeaway.
Lemon and Thyme
121 Mooloolaba EsplLocated in Mooloolaba, A bar and grill 16 minutes walk.
Shalimar Indian Restaurant
1/9 Mooloolaba EsplIndian food 20 minutes walk away.
Stalwart Alehouse and Brewery
78-84 Currie StreetA must visit for the Beer lover located in Nambour 20 minutes drive.
Thai Lotus
20 Brisbane RdIn Mooloolaba reasonably priced 20 minute walk.
Sightseeing
Mooloolaba Beach Pharmacy
77 Mooloolaba EsplRelax on our beautiful beach only 15 min walk.
A great day trip to the Hinterland village of Montville. check out the fantastic shops.
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Montville
A great day trip to the Hinterland village of Montville. check out the fantastic shops.
Alexandra Headland
For all you surfers out there.
A must visit; See Noosa's beautiful beach, shop eat and walk the national park.
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Noosa Shire
A must visit; See Noosa's beautiful beach, shop eat and walk the national park.
Point Cartwright Light
LOT 577 Pacific BlvdA great walk to admire the views.
Maleny
Enjoy the Hinterland visit highly recommended.
Maroochydore Beach
Another gorgeous beach.
Mount Coolum
Drive 17 minutes and walk up Mount Coolum!
Kings Beach
Another stunning beach.
Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve
148 Mountain View RdEnjoy a Rainforest walk and have a picnic.
Mapleton Falls National Park
78 Mapleton Falls RdWalk the trail enjoy nature.
Moffat Beach
Great cafes good surf.
Dicky Beach
Very family friendly.
HMAS Brisbane Lookout
Great views only a 17 minute walk.
Beauty
Located in Mooloolaba sip on a champagne as you have your hair masterfully styled. Walk 20 minutes.
Boujee Blow Bar
13 Mooloolaba EsplLocated in Mooloolaba sip on a champagne as you have your hair masterfully styled. Walk 20 minutes.
Galaxy Nails
Located in Maroochydore Sunshine Plaza great value. Drive 7 minutes.
Frangipani Tree Balinese Day Spa
32-34 Camfield StLocated in Mooloolaba 8 minutes walk away spoil yourself.
Pearl Nails Spa
59 Mooloolaba EsplLocated in Mooloolaba Perfect for those infills. 20 minutes walk.
Urban Tan Lash & Beauty
32 Aerodrome RdLocated in Maroochydore. Get your Tan and lashes on!
5 minutes drive away.
Little Birdie Hair Co - Mooloolaba
25 Poinsettia Ave5 Minutes walk away!
Elenbi Hair - Mooloolaba
47-51 Mooloolaba EsplAlways come away with great hair! 20 minute walk.
The Brazilian Hut
45 Brisbane RdLocated in Mooloolaba Fantastic tan, waxing and beauty salon. 17 minutes walk.
Shopping
Located in Maroochydore, Myers, David Jones , Kmart, Big W, Target, H&M, Coles.
Shop till you drop only 9 mins drive.
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Sunshine Plaza
164 Horton ParadeLocated in Maroochydore, Myers, David Jones , Kmart, Big W, Target, H&M, Coles.
Shop till you drop only 9 mins drive.
Coles Mooloolaba
Venning Street2 minute drive, stock up.
BWS Emerald Woods Mooloolaba
Parkway Drive5 minutes walk our local shopping centre.
A short walk to the local esplanade for shopping and restaurants.
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Mooloolaba Esplanade
Mooloolaba EsplanadeA short walk to the local esplanade for shopping and restaurants.
Eumundi Markets
80 Memorial DrLegendary markets a must see! Every Wed and Sat.
Coles Express
Foote StreetLocated in Mooloolaba the closest gas station. 3 minutes drive.
ALDI Maroochydore
102 Aerodrome RoadYour nearest Aldi store. 6 minutes drive.
Caloundra Street Fair
Bulcock StreetEvery Sunday 8 am to 1 pm. 20 minute drive away.
Located at Forest Glen the ultimate organic health groceries store. 13 minutes drive.
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Kunara Organic Marketplace
330 Mons RdLocated at Forest Glen the ultimate organic health groceries store. 13 minutes drive.
More of a local shopping centre Big W, Woolworths, Coles.
6 minutes drive.
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Kawana Shoppingworld
119 Point Cartwright DrMore of a local shopping centre Big W, Woolworths, Coles.
6 minutes drive.
located at Noosa a great shopping and dining experience.
34 minutes drive.
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Hastings Street
Hastings Streetlocated at Noosa a great shopping and dining experience.
34 minutes drive.
The Surfboard Warehouse
131 Mooloolaba EsplLocated in Mooloolaba Bye or hire a surfboard. 15 minute walk.
Flannerys Maroochydoore
45 Plaza Parade9 min drive for all your organic produce.
Dan Murphy's Kawana
136 Point Cartwright DriveYour local liquor superstore 8 minutes drive.
Located in Mooloolaba for the fishing enthusiast. 6 minute drive or 30 minute walk.
Fishing International Supplies & Hardware
10 Parkyn ParadeLocated in Mooloolaba for the fishing enthusiast. 6 minute drive or 30 minute walk.
Tackle World
8 Nicklin WayLocated in Minyama a must stop off for the very keen fisherman.
6 minutes drive.
ALDI Maroochydore
102 Aerodrome RoadCoffee
Gloria Jean's Coffees
106 Mooloolaba EsplLocated in Mooloolaba your coffee favourites. 19 minutes walk.
Located in Mooloolaba 4 minutes drive away well worth visiting.
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The Colombian Coffee Co.
20 Brisbane RdLocated in Mooloolaba 4 minutes drive away well worth visiting.
Located in Mooloolaba only 7 minutes walk away and great for breaky and coffee a personal favorite. Dog friendly!
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The Velo Project
19 Careela StLocated in Mooloolaba only 7 minutes walk away and great for breaky and coffee a personal favorite. Dog friendly!
Consistently good coffee and food. 20 minutes walk.
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The Coffee Club Café - Mooloolaba
24 Mooloolaba EsplConsistently good coffee and food. 20 minutes walk.
Dejavu Cafe & Bar
47-51 Mooloolaba EsplLocated in Mooloolaba great Coffee. 20 minutes walk.
Located in Cotton Tree, great organic coffee and food.
6 minutes drive.
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Raw Energy
20 Memorial AveLocated in Cotton Tree, great organic coffee and food.
6 minutes drive.
Located in Woombye order online or visit café at The Big Pineapple Organic. 13 minutes drive.
Montville Coffee
15 Balmoral RdLocated in Woombye order online or visit café at The Big Pineapple Organic. 13 minutes drive.
Activity's
Great for families all weather lawn bowls. 20 minutes walk.
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Mooloolaba Bowls Club
Kapala StreetGreat for families all weather lawn bowls. 20 minutes walk.
Located in Palm view our local amusement park only 18 min drive away.
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Aussie World
73 Downunder DriveLocated in Palm view our local amusement park only 18 min drive away.
Located in Yandina if Ginger is your thing or just looking for a great family day. 22 minutes drive away.
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De Gemberfabriek
50 Pioneer RdLocated in Yandina if Ginger is your thing or just looking for a great family day. 22 minutes drive away.
Located at Beerwah The home of the Crocodile Hunter.
And 30 minute drive.
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Australia Zoo
Located at Beerwah The home of the Crocodile Hunter.
And 30 minute drive.
Located in Mooloolaba a must visit 20 minutes walk and so family friendly.
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SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium
Parkyn ParadeLocated in Mooloolaba a must visit 20 minutes walk and so family friendly.
Maleny Zuivel
70 McCarthy RdGreat for families with young children. 35 minutes drive.
Located at Alex Headland ,If you love to bowl this is for you. Great for the family. 24 minute walk or 4 min drive.
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Suncity Tenpin
8 Mari StLocated at Alex Headland ,If you love to bowl this is for you. Great for the family. 24 minute walk or 4 min drive.
The Wharf Tavern
123 Parkyn ParadeA must visit when in Mooloolaba. 20 minutes walk.
Located in Woombye visit the Iconic Big Pineapple and grab a photo. 13 minutes drive.
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De Grote Ananas
76 Nambour Connection RdLocated in Woombye visit the Iconic Big Pineapple and grab a photo. 13 minutes drive.
Located in Palm View when in season pick your own strawberry's a personal favorite for the kids. 19 minute drive
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Strawberry Fields
133 Laxton RdLocated in Palm View when in season pick your own strawberry's a personal favorite for the kids. 19 minute drive
Aerojump Bungy Trampolines Australia
1 Elanora AveLocated on Mooloolaba beach the kids love this 17 minutes walk.
Located in Landsborough Perfect for the thrill seeker.
21 minute drive.
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Grote Kartbaan
2310 Steve Irwin WayLocated in Landsborough Perfect for the thrill seeker.
21 minute drive.
located in Woombye A great local zoo located at The Big Pineapple. 12 minutes drive.
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Wildlife HQ Zoo
76 Nambour Connection Rdlocated in Woombye A great local zoo located at The Big Pineapple. 12 minutes drive.
BCC Cinemas Maroochydore Sunshine Plaza
154-164 Horton ParadeYour local movies. 7 minutes drive.
Another great waterpark for young and old. 10 minutes drive.
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Bli Bli Watersportcomplex
367 David Low WayAnother great waterpark for young and old. 10 minutes drive.
Located on Noosa North Shore for the horse lover ride on the beach. 1 hour 5 minutes drive.
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Equathon Horse Riding
Beach RoadLocated on Noosa North Shore for the horse lover ride on the beach. 1 hour 5 minutes drive.
Mooloolah Valley Riding Centre
103 King RdFor all riding levels. 26 minutes drive away.
Located at Sunshine Coast airport Fly in the Skye. 12 minutes drive.
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Sunshine Coast Sunbus
9 Bonanza CtLocated at Sunshine Coast airport Fly in the Skye. 12 minutes drive.