Glass House Mountains

Like sleeping giants, the dormant volcanic plugs that are the Glass House Mountains rise from the forested Sunshine Coast hinterland.

Their craggy peaks are a magnet for rock climbers, but we’ll let you in on a secret: there are easier paths that lead to the tops of the Glass House Mountains as well. Hidden caves and sprawling vistas only add to the mystical appeal of this region. ‘Glasshouse’ as the locals call their township, has some shops and historic attractions. From there it’s just a short drive to the popular Australia Zoo, managed by the world-famous Irwin family.

Explore Glass House Mountains

Glasshouse Mountains National Park

Walk the bushland trails, climb to the peaks or just look out over rugged volcanic rock formations in this unique nature reserve in the Sunshine Coast hinterland.

Australia Zoo

Cuddle a koala, feed kangaroos or watch a crocodile show at this famous wildlife park, the former playground of the late crocodile hunter Steve Irwin.

Maleny Botanic Gardens

Have an up-close experience with macaws and Australian parrots in this aviary and garden surrounded by rainforest, which overlooks the Glass House Mountains.

Golden Beach

With views across the water to a national park and great options for watersports, as well as a tranquil atmosphere, Golden Beach shines as a holiday spot.

Aussie World

Twist and turn on exciting rides, climb great heights, fall at high speeds and thrill yourself in a day at this popular theme park north of Brisbane.

Bulcock Beach

Clear ocean waters, a dazzling stretch of sandy shore, warm paddling pools and a beachside boardwalk combine to make this a classic seaside getaway.

Caloundra

The ocean steals the show in Caloundra. The Sunshine Coast’s southernmost community faces a sublime sweep of Pacific shoreline.

Kings Beach

Great views, great location and great beach. This is just the beginning at the popular coastal suburb of Kings Beach.

Shelly Beach

Discover tidal pools amid the fascinating rock formations and crashing waves of this rugged beach, enclosed by Caloundra’s scenic pine-covered headland.

Montville

We won’t lie: Montville will charm your socks off. You can’t help but love this cute historic village, set in rolling green hills, with sweeping views across the…

Kondalilla National Park

Discover the walking trails and waterfalls of the Sunshine Coast hinterlands in this breezy mountain retreat just outside the charming country town of Montville.

Kawana Beach

Relax at one of the Sunshine Coast’s most attractive beaches, where fishing is abundant, the surf is great and the rolling waves are perfect for swimming.

Mooloolaba

If you were in Mooloolaba, you could reach the beach from your accommodation in the time it takes to finish reading this paragraph. Tempted yet?

SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast

Watch seals play with their trainers, sharks swim above your head and dolphins jump out of the water at this award-winning marine park.

Alexandra Headland

Meet the mellow little coastal suburb of Alexandra Headland, tucked between the vibrant Sunshine Coast hotspots of Maroochydore and Mooloolaba.

Mooloolaba Beach

Cool off in the water, stroll along the coastal esplanade and scuba dive among military shipwrecks.

Maroochydore

Touted as the Sunshine Coast’s cultural heartland, Maroochydore sure loves to entertain.

Point Cartwright

Take in sweeping views over the land and sea, walk along the beach or just relax in the sun on this slice of land between river and sea.

Redcliffe

Grab your beach towel and esky and make tracks to Redcliffe, the seaside suburb that’s been welcoming families and seafood lovers for generations.

Bee Gees Way

Disco, flares and big hair will put you in the mood for dancing at this fun walkway that honours the local beginnings of this famous 1970s band.

Where to stay in Glass House Mountains

Mantra Mooloolaba Beach

Cnr Mooloolaba Esplanade & Venning St

Rated 4.4 / 5 by Guests

Located in Mooloolaba, this luxury aparthotel is steps from Mooloolaba Esplanade and Mooloolaba Beach. Alex Beach and SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast are also within 15 minutes.

Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort

2 Landsborough Parade

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Golden Beach, this luxury aparthotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bulcock Beach, Caloundra Events Center, and Queensland Air Museum. Kings Beach and Moffat Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort Hotel

270 Ocean Drive, Sunshine Coast

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Twin Waters, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course and within a 15-minute walk of Mudjimba Beach and Twin Waters Golf Club. Marcoola Beach and Sunshine Plaza are also within 6 mi (10 km).

BreakFree Alexandra Beach

Cnr. Alexandra Parade & Pacific Terrace

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Sunshine Coast aparthotel is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Alex Beach and Mooloolaba Esplanade. Mooloolaba Beach is 1 mi (1.5 km) away.

Oaks Sunshine Coast Seaforth Resort

98-110 Alexandra Parade

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Alexandra Headland, this luxury apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Suncity Tenpin and Mooloolaba Esplanade. Mooloolaba Beach is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away.

The Sebel Maroochydore

20 Aerodrome Road

Rated 4.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Maroochydore, this luxury apartment building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Maroochydore Beach, Mooloolaba Esplanade, and Mooloolaba Beach. Alex Beach and Alex Skate Park are also within 15 minutes.

Pelican Waters Resort

38 Mahogany Drive

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Pelican Waters, this luxury hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Pelican Waters Golf Club and within 6 mi (10 km) of Queensland Air Museum and Bulcock Beach. Caloundra Events Center and Shelly Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Golden Beach

75 Esplanadecnr Jellicoe Street and Esplanade, cnr Jellicoe Street and Esplanade

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Sunshine Coast aparthotel is located near the beach, just steps from Golden Beach and Golden Beach. Bulcock Beach and Moffat Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Landmark Resort

11 Mooloolaba Esplanade

Rated 4.4 / 5 by Guests

Located in Mooloolaba, this luxury apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Mooloolaba Beach and SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast.

Newport Mooloolaba

135 Parkyn Parade

Rated 4.0 / 5 by Guests

Located in Mooloolaba, this apartment building is steps from SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast and Mooloolaba Beach. Mooloolaba Esplanade is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) away.

Nautilus Mooloolaba

30-32 River Esplanade

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Mooloolaba, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Mooloolaba Beach and Mooloolaba Esplanade. Kawana Beach is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Caribbean Resort

17-19 Brisbane Road

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Sunshine Coast apartment building is located near the airport, within a 5-minute walk of Mooloolaba Esplanade and Mooloolaba Beach. SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast and The Wharf Mooloolaba are also within 10 minutes.

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Cities near Glass House Mountains

Golden Beach

With views across the water to a national park and great options for watersports, as well as a tranquil atmosphere, Golden Beach shines as a holiday spot.

Caloundra

The ocean steals the show in Caloundra. The Sunshine Coast’s southernmost community faces a sublime sweep of Pacific shoreline.

Montville

We won’t lie: Montville will charm your socks off. You can’t help but love this cute historic village, set in rolling green hills, with sweeping views across the…

Maroochydore

Touted as the Sunshine Coast’s cultural heartland, Maroochydore sure loves to entertain.

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