Plan Your Visit
Welcome to the Sunshine Coast
Being a local girl since 1983, I’d like to share some local insight, knowledge & hidden gems with you! So many wonderful sights, attractions and attributes that only Queensland’s Sunshine Coast can deliver!
Cheers, Livi
Visit Wharf Mooloolaba
Elbigoton
Wharf Mooloolaba
Located right next door to Boston Shaker Bar, Elbigoton serves up Latin America Street Food in a casual, fun and authentic manner. Open from 11am to 8pm at The Wharf Mooloolaba
p. 0414 255 845
il Vento
Wharf Mooloolaba
Just 10 metres from Boston Shaker Bars front door you’ll find beautiful hand made traditional Italian cuisine from il Vento.
The only restaurant in Mooloolaba equipped with a wood-fired oven, bringing you perfect wood-fired pizzas and fresh handmade pasta.
p. (07) 54447849
Ninth Street
Wharf Mooloolaba
Now here’s an absolute taste bud feast & it comes in the form of four precious words;
Burgers - Hotdogs - Desserts - Cocktails
p. (07) 54780466
The Dock Mooloolaba
Wharf Mooloolaba
The Dock Mooloolaba is a dynamic restaurant and bar at The Wharf Mooloolaba specialising in smoked meats, charcoal grill and quality beers, with an extensive wine and spirit selection.
Also catering for group or functions.
p. 1300 843 362
Rice Boi
Wharf Mooloolaba
Dope asian street food in Mooloolaba Wharf. Fresh, local handmade pan asian street food. Japanese Izakaya feel dive bar, grunge, water views and were done here....
p. (07) 54441297
Wharf Mooloolaba
Wharf Mooloolaba
Wharf Mooloolaba is the home of The Boston Shaker Bar! With the picturesque Mooloolah River and Marina as its backdrop and a variety of entertainment, retail, dining, adventure and educational experiences available, it is the perfect setting for you to connect, create and celebrate life’s simple pleasures
p. (07) 5353 6045
Visit Nature
Booloumba Falls Walk
Conondale National Park
Booloumba Falls Walk (Booloumba Creek) is located in the heart of the Sunshine Coast hinterland in the stunning Conondale National Park and is only 1 hour drive from Mooloolaba. It includes a 3km round trip walking track through some of Queensland’s most spectacular rainforest and……
Kondalilla Falls Walk
Kondalilla National Park
Sitting up on top of the Blackall Range is Kondalilla Falls. A 4km round walking trip that is ideal for a family. Find yourself immersed in cool rock pools, lush rainforest and sit atop fenced cliff edges with views reaching out over the Western Great Dividing Range. BBQ’s, amenities, picnic areas and only a few minutes drive from the small tourist town of Montiville. I guarantee you’ll love it!
Buderim Waterfall Walk
Buderim Forest Waterfall Walk
Here’s a hidden little gem that all the locals know about, and now…. so do you! Situated on 45 hectares, Buderim Forest Waterfall is a stunning walk that is perfect for all ages. Only 10 or 15 minutes from Mooloolaba, the Lindsay Rd entry will have you criss-crossing over the creek as you wonder through a tall timber rainforest. Great if you have an hour or two spare to enjoy.
Visit Food & Drink
Locale Noosa
Locale Noosa
Locale Noosa brings a taste of Italy to Hastings St. Quality handmade food, exceptional service and a relaxing atmosphere nestled in the French Quarter.
p. (07) 5447 5111
w. localenoosa.com.au
Kenilworth Dairies
Kenilworth Dairies Cheese Factory
Spending a day driving through the Sunshine Coast Hinterland’s lush and fertile Mary Valley is something you just have to experience! If you do, you’ll more than likely end up arriving in the small friendly country town of Kenilworth and an absolutely must do is to visit the Kenilworth Dairies Cheese Factory. Owned by the local Cochrane dairy farming family, you’ll get to first hand experience the true taste of local fresh produce
p. (07) 5446 0144
e. info@kenilworthdairies.com.au
w. kenilworthdairies.com.au
Brouhaha Brewery
Brouhaha Brewery in Maleny
Did you know that in Australia, the closest point where the Great Diving Range meets the ocean is right here at Maleny? It’s true, and even better…. there’s little hidden piece of tasteful paradise that you must call in and experience for yourself. It’s the niche craft brewey of Brouhaha located in picturesque back streets of Maleny’s
p. (07) 5435 2018
e. info@brouhahabrewery.com.au
w. brouhahabrewery.com.au
Visit Local Markets
Eumundi Markets
Eumindi Markets, Eumundi
Open every Wednesday and Saturday rain hail or shine, Eumundi Markets is now one of the Sunshine Coasts biggest tourist attractions. Renowned for its’ locally made artisan treasures, you can wander through the maze of stalls and entertainment for hours on end. The markets are situated right in the centre of this small country style town and is only a stones throw away from Noosa. Put it on the bucket list!
Fishermans Rd
Fishermans Rd, Maroochydore
There is nothing like seeing locally hand made, grown, caught, cooked, pre loved and new produce and artefacts is there? Situated on the outskirts of Maroochydore, is the Fishermans Rd Markets and that’s exactly where you might just find yourself a bargain or two. Operated and managed by the Lions Club Mooloolaba… come down and hangout with the locals!
Noosa Farmers Market
Noosa Farmers Markets, Noosa
Packed with locally produced season produce…. you’re in for a mouth watering healthy treat visiting the Noosa Farmers Markets. Meet first hand many of the fresh organic, spray free and local producers who put their hard work, passion and craft into delivering the best quality food Queensland has to offer.
Visit Sunshine Coast… ‘For Real!’
Beaches, Waterfalls, Fresh Local Food, & World-Class Events, The Sunshine Coast Has It All. Discover Places To Eat, Play & Stay In A Region Brimming With The best Aus Has To Offer. Lush Hinterland. Authentic Experiences. Amazing Deals. Gorgeous Beaches
Plan a day trip… or two!
When serving clients at the Boston Shaker Bar I often get asked
“Where’s a great place we can visit over the next few days?”
So I thought I would share a couple of scenic routes will give you a great day out.
Enjoy!
p:s: I have personally visited & taken these routes myself many times!
Eumundi markets.
Open on a Wednesday and Saturday, it’s easy to spend a couple of hours here.
Approx 20-25minutes north of Mooloolaba.
Head west through the beautiful lush dairy country to Kenilworth township.
There’s a great country pub if it’s for lunch and be sure visit Kenilworth Dairies Cheese Factory.
Approx 25 - 30 mins west from Eumundi
Tour south from Kenilworth toward Cambroon.
Make sure you check out Charlie Moreland (I recommend 4WD only - many 2WD’s go in there) or;
Booloumba Creek (4WD only) in Conondale National Park. The rainforests and bush walks are a sight to be seen!
Drive up the range to Maleny
A beautiful old world town where you need to walk the street, located on top of a lush plateau with a hint of eccentric about it.
Visit Brouhaha Brewery for lunch if the timing is right.
Approx 30+ minutes from Charlie Moreland.
Leaving Maleny, Montville is your next destination.
This is an old world town that time has forgotten.
Sitting atop a ridge that looks out over the Sunshine Coast, on a good weather day the view will be magical and you’ll never want to leave.
Great for afternoon strolls and a beverage in one of the many restaurants sitting over the cliff edge.
Approx 15 - 20mins North from Maleny
Time to head home to Boston Shaker Bar for a cocktail.
Make your way north to Mapleton just down the road and head down the range via the Sunny Coast’s town capital of Nambour (built off the back of the old sugar cane farming era)
From here, your on your way back to Mooloolaba for a cocktail at Boston Shaker Bar. Make sure you come and say hi and let me know how your hinterland trip was
I wouldn’t recommend you do the whole lot in one day, spread it out, take in the scenery…. and enjoy your adventure hop!
Cheers, Livi
