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Queensland holidays in Australia

Australia’s sunshine state is a top holiday hang out with a carefree pace of life. Whether you want to surf or soak up the sun, flee to a paradise island, hike through subtropical rainforests, seek out natural attractions, be dazzled by magnificent marine life, stop over in vibrant cities or be charmed by relaxed seaside towns, Queensland has it all.

Affectionately known as Brissie, the state capital, Brisbane is as easygoing as it is sophisticated. As well as a pretty riverfront setting, the city has a booming food and trendy nightlife scene and is a hub of creativity for the arts and live music.

The popular Gold and Sunshine Coast beaches are a magnet for tourists, drawn by the great weather, fabulous...

Great Barrier Reef
World Heritage Listed rainforest
Gorgeous beaches
Diverse experiences
National parks
Outdoor activities
Tropical islands

Queensland Travel Guide

Best time to go

Queensland’s climate is sub-tropical with two seasons; a rainy and humid season in summer (October to May) and a relatively dry season between June and September. Most rainfall tends to occur between December and March, although in Northern Queensland it is between January and March.

Travel Information

Brisbane is approximately 21 hours from the UK (including a stopover) and Cairns is approximately 25 hours from the UK (including a stopover).

Local currency

Australian Dollar

Cities & regions in Queensland

Our recommendations for the best places to visit in Queensland.

Port Douglas & Palm Cove

Renowned for its palm fringed Four Mile Beach, the resort town of Port Douglas is the perfect place to relax, while the beachside community of Palm Cove bursts with luxurious accommodation, culinary delights, day spas, art galleries and fun activities.

Gold Coast

Just south of Brisbane, the hugely popular Gold Coast provides all the ingredients for a perfect holiday.

Daintree and Cape Tribulation

Hidden in the far north of Queensland overlooking the Coral Sea, lies the tranquil and incredibly beautiful Daintree Rainforest, while nearby Cape Tribulation is a blissfully quiet sanctuary of World Heritage listed rainforest and endless coral reefs.

Brisbane

Delivering big-city attractions with a small-town feel Brisbane is a grand city bursting with life and colour.

Whitsunday Islands & Northern Queensland

One of Australia’s most iconic destinations, the cluster of 74 Whitsunday Islands perch majestically off the Queensland coast in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef.

Cairns & Tropical North Queensland

Capital of the Tropical North the cosmopolitan city of Cairns is framed by a backdrop of rainforest mountain ranges and is the perfect base for every activity you could imagine, on land, in the air or below the sea.

Sunshine Coast

One hour north of Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast is a collection of delightful small towns with a stretch of coastline that extends for over 60 miles.

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