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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: AUD
- Languages: English, with some communities speaking Indigenous languages and various immigrant languages
- Climate: Tropical and Subtropical
- Timezone: Australia/Brisbane
- Population: Approximately 5.3 million people
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit is during the dry season (May to October) to avoid heavy rains and tropical cyclones.
- Visa Requirements Visitors to Queensland, Australia, generally require a visa. Citizens from countries like the US, UK, Canada, and EU member states can apply for an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) or eVisitor visa, which allows short-term tourism stays. Some nationalities may be eligible for visa-free entry for limited periods. Visa on arrival is not typically available. Travelers should ensure their passports are valid for at least six months and check the latest Australian government visa policies before travel.
About Queensland
Queensland is a diverse and vibrant destination in northeastern Australia known for its stunning natural landscapes, including tropical rainforests, pristine beaches, and the iconic Great Barrier Reef. It offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure, wildlife encounters, and cultural experiences. Tourists are drawn to Queensland for its warm climate, world-class diving and snorkeling, and opportunities to explore the outback and lush national parks. The region’s appeal lies in its combination of natural beauty and modern cities like Brisbane and Cairns, which provide excellent dining, shopping, and entertainment. Visitors can experience Aboriginal culture, vibrant festivals, and a relaxed lifestyle. Queensland’s extensive coastline and islands make it a paradise for beach lovers and water sports enthusiasts. Whether seeking adventure, relaxation, or cultural enrichment, Queensland offers something for every traveler.
Top Attractions
1. Great Barrier Reef – The world’s largest coral reef system, offering unparalleled snorkeling and diving experiences. 2. Daintree Rainforest – One of the oldest rainforests on Earth, rich in biodiversity and Aboriginal heritage. 3. Fraser Island – The largest sand island in the world, known for its freshwater lakes and unique wildlife. 4. Gold Coast – Famous for its surf beaches, theme parks, and vibrant nightlife. 5. Brisbane City – The capital city with cultural institutions, riverfront parks, and a lively arts scene.
Popular Activities
Visitors can enjoy scuba diving and snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef, hiking in national parks like Lamington and Daintree, whale watching along the coast, and exploring Aboriginal cultural tours. Adventure seekers can try skydiving, surfing, and 4WD tours on Fraser Island. Recreational options include boating, fishing, and visiting wildlife sanctuaries. Cultural experiences include attending festivals, visiting museums, and sampling local arts and crafts.
Queensland Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of Australia
- Duration Range: Visitors can enjoy scuba diving and snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef, hiking in national parks like Lamington and Daintree, whale watching along the coast, and exploring Aboriginal cultural tours. Adventure seekers can try skydiving, surfing, and 4WD tours on Fraser Island. Recreational options include boating, fishing, and visiting wildlife sanctuaries. Cultural experiences include attending festivals, visiting museums, and sampling local arts and crafts.
- Group Size: Intimate Groups
- Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate
- Recommended For: The best time to visit is during the dry season (May to October) to avoid heavy rains and tropical cyclones. Pack lightweight clothing, sun protection, insect repellent, and comfortable shoes for outdoor activities. Respect local customs and wildlife safety guidelines. Use contactless payments or Australian dollars for transactions. Stay hydrated and be cautious of sun exposure. Always check local weather and safety advisories before heading to beaches or remote areas.
Average Tour Price: $95
Lowest Price Tour: $50
Highest Price Tour: $180
1258 Available Tour Excursions in Queensland
Sun sailing offers intimate sunset cruises on our 38ft sailing yacht for a maximum of 10 guests. Sip on a sparkling wine, water or beer whilst you watch the sun lower with the backdrop of the Gold Coast hinterland. Truely spectacular. Our 2 hour cruise offers the best of both worlds. The sun glistening on the water at the start of our cruise and it’s array of colour as it sets towards the end of the cruise. A must see experience.
Price: $80.78
Duration: 2 hours
Exclusive, small group adventure tour showcasing the best of the Daintree Rainforest, in tropical North Queensland. Highlights include swimming in the pristine, freshwater of Cassowary Falls, a Daintree waterfall located on a magnificent private property, deep in the Daintree Valley. Here you’ll take an all-action ATV ride, crossing creeks and rivers and cruising up and down hills, with jaw dropping views. You’ll also enjoy an Army Truck ride, where you’ll learn more about this ancient forest from an experienced rainforest guide. A light lunch at Daintree Village is included, as is a 1-hour Daintree River Wildlife Cruise, where you have the chance to see native wildlife and maybe even a saltwater crocodile. This tour is for people of all ages who love adventure, nature and the thrill of getting offroad. It includes return transfers to and from Port Douglas, with pick-ups from your accommodation.
Price: $166.31
Duration: 6 hours
Book direct with Hop On Brewery Tours for the BEST price! Your educated, passionate guide will show you around four local craft beer breweries in Brisbane, and get behind the scenes information and history. We offer tours of the production floors, chat with the brewers and learn about the growing Brisbane beer scene. Small groups experience unique flavours and a fun day out sampling new beers and supporting the local community. Change your perception of beer with Hop On Brewery Tours!
Price: $141.87
Duration: 6 hours
You will be part of the closest and one of the most intimate encounters in the region due to the eye-level viewing offered by the safari-style vessel. This whale watch is unique, and our highly experienced skipper and crew are on hand throughout to make this experience personal as well as professional. They have a wealth of knowledge and passion for whales and the stunning Gold Coast region they look forward to sharing with you.
Price: $87.57
Duration: 2 hours
Visit wild kangaroos and search for koalas in their natural habitat. Walk behind the base of multiple waterfalls, (free swimming at the base can be possible) and explore others from lookouts throughout Springbrook National Park Visit 2 UNESCO heritage locations including Natural Bridge. A homecooked meal is provided at the top of one of the many beautiful waterfalls that we will visit. This experience is great for anyone that wants to witness the beauty of nature with an adventure surrounded by waterfalls and ancient flora of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia. Explore subtropical, warm & cool temperate rainforest types and a experience a diversity of natural vegetation. The area with kangaroos & koalas is not a zoo, but a conserved piece of land for the animals to live happily in their natural environment.
Price: $121.51
Duration: 7-10 hours
Join us for an unforgettable experience of diving the Great Barrier Reef, on this dive trip for Certified Divers. Our expert guides at Scuba IQ, offer years of experience, having completed 1000's of dives on our local Port Douglas dive sites. We are passionate about scuba diving, the Great Barrier Reef, and above all - sharing this amazing place with divers from all over the world. In your own private group, your guide will be with you the entire time, providing insight into the reef and its inhabitants while showing you the most amazing sights. As well as our first-class guides, you will be provided with high-quality rental dive equipment, making your day easier, safer, and overall more enjoyable. With access to the best, local Port Douglas sites, along with our fantastic guides, Scuba QI is unrivaled in offering the best, guided dive trips on the Great Barrier Reef. If you are not a certified diver, please contact us for introductory diving options.
Price: $458.20
Duration: 9 hours
THE ULTIMATE BARRAMUNDI EXPERIENCE. FARM TOUR, FISHING FUN AND GOURMET TASTE TESTING. 2.5 HOURS OF BARRA LOVING.
Price: $74.67
Duration: 2 hours
Learn to stand-up-paddleboard (SUP) and explore the Pumicestone Passage and Bribie Island National Park surrounds with this 1-hour stand up paddle board hire. Paddleboard the crystal clear waters of the Pumicestone Passage at high tide and/or visit the many sandbars at low-tide. Feel like an explorer as you discover new beaches and lagoons where only boaters and very keen swimmers can venture. See what wildlife you can spot on the trip: stingrays, soldier crabs, kangaroos, turtles, dolphins and a myriad of sea birds. If you'd like to adventure for more than one hour, the staff at Golden Beach Hire are happy to discuss further ventures you can take on the water, sandbars and islands for anywhere from one-hour to a full-day of adventuring.
Price: $19.15
Duration: 1 hours
There is no better place in the world to learn to dive than the Great Barrier Reef! This 4 Day Learn To Dive course combines two days theory and pool practice at Quicksilver Dive’s 5 Star PADI training centre with the excitement of two Great Barrier Reef day trips to complete your training dives (4 mandatory) and the option of two guided fun dives as a certified diver! Open water training dives are conducted from a modern custom-designed dive catamaran at a selection of over 35 exclusive World Heritage dive sites at the renowned Agincourt ribbon reefs. Small class sizes ensure a personalised, safe, professional and most importantly fun, learning experience!
Price: $889.25
Duration: 96 hours
Art Masterclass is a premier, boutique art Studio, offering a mix of traditional craft workshops in Brisbane. We are Australia’s first workshop to teach the art of traditional ceramic painting. With our expertise and guidance, we can help you unleash your inner creativity and discover your full artistic capabilities. After you attend the workshop you will take your very own artistic masterpiece with you.
Price: $46.84
Duration: 2 hours
Diving by Design - Each dive trip is as unique as our guests. Your guide will tailor the day to you! We’re the only one providing genuinely privately guided scuba diving experiences from Port Douglas on the best of the Agincourt Reefs. You’ll experience the Great Barrier Reef in your own private group, with an expert instructor to guide you underwater and show you the best marine life. [Yes, there are other divers on the boat but we do our own thing as a private group.] If you are newly qualified or slightly nervous, our guide is right there to support and assist you. If you’re an experienced diver who wants the freedom to break away from the crowds, we make it happen. If your group is a mix of qualified and unqualified divers, we can still privately guide you all to a maximum of 12m. **Important: With the Viator booking System you must book Certified Divers and Introductory Divers separately with seperate vouchers. The system does not allow for "cart" feature unfortunately.
Price: $607.54
Duration: 8 hours
Get excited to discover Bowen-Top of the Whitsundays. This lesser-known coastal gem is bursting with beauty, beaches, history, flora, and surprises. Be enraptured on a fascinating day of pure discovery as we uncover Bowen’s breathtaking beaches, lookouts, landscapes, geological marvels and rich stories past. Wander where the crowds don’t go and soak in the diversity of panoramic coastal views, see where ‘Australia’ was filmed, get your photo at The Big Mango, visit the Catalina display and relax with a mouthwatering lunch dockside. Touring in Bowen since 2022, your experienced expert local guide uncovers the magic of Bowen and listen to remarkable stories about local indigenous, shipwrecks, explorers and space rockets. Award wining Driftwood Tours has a reputation for providing exceptional service and high quality tours with locations, extensive knowledge and guest service. The Bowen Discovery tour is a unique experience so make the most of it with Driftwood.
Price: $101.82
Duration: 8 hours
Small class size of 4 people ensures individual personal attention and instruction. You will learn how to safely and successfully throw a authentic hand made Aboriginal returning boomerang.
Price: $87.57
Duration: 2 hours
This is your backstage pass to the Whitsundays lifestyle on a vibrant 3-hour sightseeing tour. This scenic crafted tour promises an engaging experience with a local knowledgeable guide. Explore iconic Shute Harbour to the shores of Mandalay, high mountain vista view-points and beyond. Filled with fascinating insights into the local landscape, cultural history, island stories and plenty of photo opportunities. Get insider tips on where to eat, play, and sip the perfect sundowner of picturesque Airlie Beach. The perfect small tour for a big impact. Whether you are a first time visitor or returning, you are sure to see what most visitors do not. This is recommended if you are new to Airlie and freshly arrived so you can get the most useful information and tips and where you'd like to spend more time. If you are on a CRUISE SHIP and limited time, this is absolutely the perfect tour to embrace the best of the best of Airlie Beach.
Price: $64.49
Duration: 3 hours
This tour is so much more than a tasting tour! A full day exploring this diverse region heading west of Cairns is a plateau rising from 400 metres to 1200 metres above sea level on the Great Dividing Range, the Atherton Tablelands. Offering a full comprehensive guided tour visiting ten different locations in one day. We offer an interactive tour with wildlife, nature, history, culture and food. Our guide's experience and knowledge within the Wet Tropics Region deliver interesting and fascinating facts on tour. The tours are personable and intimate enhancing every traveler's experience. Visiting a number of National Parks, local produces, a nature park, and waterfalls while traversing across some of the most scenic natural landscapes in Far North Queensland. We travel in a comfortable modern Toyota Hiace. Please be sure to specify any special requirements for mobility and dietary as we will always do our best to accommodate all our passengers.
Price: $193.46
Duration: 10 hours
Escape the city for this private 8-hour 4WD drive experience as you take in the constantly changing scenery and locations that will take your breath away, have you wondering when you can do it again. This tour can seat up to 4 adults and 2 children and with the itinerary fully customizable, you are given a more personalized, unique experience. Enjoy included pickup from your Sunshine Coast accommodation, lunch, morning tea, refreshments, National Park and entrance fees.
Price: $879.07
Duration: 8 hours
You'll delve into the fascinating history of Gin, and learn about the botanicals and how the distillery makes it's gin. You'll then make your own gin by choosing from our collection of 50 botanicals, using our small copper stills. Covered in the Gin Masterclass * A two hour session run by master distiller * A lesson on gin and it's history * An explanation of the distillation process * Select from our large range of botanicals to produce your own unique flavour * Distil your own 500ml bottle of gin using our 2.5 Litre alembic copper stills * You'll taste the Gin
Price: $122.19
Duration: 2 hours
The Affordable, No Hassle Way to Get to Cairns Airport from Port Douglas. Let us do the driving for you. Our One Way Port Douglas to Cairns Airport Shared Shuttle will take you back to Cairns Domestic Terminal along the scenic Captain Cook Highway from your Holiday in Port Douglas.
Price: $37.33
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
Queensland’s cuisine features fresh seafood such as barramundi, mud crab, and Moreton Bay bugs. Signature dishes include the classic Aussie barbecue, tropical fruits like mango and pineapple, and bush tucker inspired by Indigenous ingredients. Dining customs are casual and outdoor-friendly. Noteworthy restaurants include those in Brisbane’s South Bank precinct and Cairns’ waterfront, offering modern Australian cuisine with local produce.
Getting Around
Queensland is accessible by air through major airports in Brisbane, Cairns, and Gold Coast. Within cities, public transport includes buses, trains, and ferries. For regional travel, renting a car or taking coach services is common. Getting around urban areas is affordable and convenient, but remote destinations often require private transport. Domestic flights are popular for covering large distances quickly.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit is during the dry season (May to October) to avoid heavy rains and tropical cyclones. Pack lightweight clothing, sun protection, insect repellent, and comfortable shoes for outdoor activities. Respect local customs and wildlife safety guidelines. Use contactless payments or Australian dollars for transactions. Stay hydrated and be cautious of sun exposure. Always check local weather and safety advisories before heading to beaches or remote areas.
Culture & Customs
Queenslanders are known for their friendly and laid-back attitude. Social customs emphasize politeness and respect for Indigenous cultures. Major events include the Brisbane Festival and Cairns Indigenous Art Fair. It is customary to greet with a handshake and maintain casual but respectful conversation. Visitors should be mindful of environmental conservation and wildlife protection rules. Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory.
