Seeing and learning about a wide variety of exotic animals is an engaging activity for the entire family. The Australia Zoo, which was established by the Irwin family, is the most popular tourist attraction in Australia. This 70-acre zoo features over 1,000 animals, retail stores, food courts and picnic areas and a parents room. You can also spend quality time with your family at the Wildlife Warriors show, where spectators are often given the opportunity to interact with the animals firsthand.
Visit the Sunshine Coast's Aussie World amusement park. Situated behind the Ettamogah Pub, Aussie World features over 30 games and rides for the whole family. Experience the Wild Mouse Roller-coaster, Swinging Ship and the Octopus before trying out Bizzy Buggies, the southern hemisphere's second largest Ferris wheel. Aussie World also accommodates small children with specially designed rides such as the Tykes Trolley and Side Show Alley. You can stop for lunch with your family at one of the restaurants before winding down the afternoon with a round of mini-golf.
Queensland's Underwater World is another family-friendly tourist attraction located in the Sunshine Coast region. Spend a day at the largest Oceanarium in Queensland, examining the beauty of underwater life with your family up close through the viewing tunnel. Underwater World also has a variety of presentations on a daily basis, such as seal and otter shows, that will provide entertainment for children and adults alike. You can also arrange to take part in a swimming with the seals or sharks of Underwater World, which is an experience your family is unlikely to forget.
Spend a relaxing, low-key day with your family at one of the Sunshine Coast's many beaches. The warm ocean temperatures and consistent sunshine of this region make the beach a great choice at nearly any time of the year. Choose from locations such as the coastal town Alexandra Headland, the suburb Buddina, Castaways Beach, Golden Beach and Kawana Waters. Take a break from the water's edge at attractions close to the beaches such as Buddina's Kawana Shopping World and Kawana Waters' Stockland Park. Don't forget the water and sand toys for the children to play with while you soak up the sun.
