If you and your family are headed to the Sunshine Coast, you’ll be expecting plenty of fun in the sun. The Sunshine Coast is blessed with some of the best beaches and most gorgeous weather year round – an average of 300 days of sunshine means chances are you’ll be able to have a great time enjoying some of the Mother Nature’s finest attractions.

However, sometimes, sometimes you could be one of those unlucky few to have your Sunshine Coast holiday rained out.  Have no fear, there’s still plenty you can do to enjoy your time while you weather the storm.


Top 5 Rainy Day Ideas for the Sunshine Coast

-          Go UnderWater – what better way to escape the wet weather than by heading under it – to UnderWater World in Mooloolaba. This popular attraction is a favourite with kids and adults featuring interactive exhibits and up-close experiences with Seals and adorable Otters. For the adventurous, visitors can brave the shark tank and dive into the oceanarium with these amazing creatures.

-          Take a (wet) Steam Tour - imagine rolling through the great Mary Valley on a real old fashioned steam train, the rain gently pitter-pattering and rolling down your carriage windows. The Valley Rattler is fun anytime, but offers a unique experience for those wet weather days. Have lunch in the town of Imbil, set amongst the pineapple plantations of Queensland. This is one of the most loved historic experiences in the area.

-          Shop til you drop – wet weather drives many of us indoors and into shopping malls. Sunshine Plaza is the largest complex in the Sunshine Coast area with over 220 specialty stores and big name shopping brands along with a cinema and plenty of restaurants to try. If you’ll be spending the holiday season in the area, this’ll be the place to head for all your gift shopping.

-          Enjoy a laid back cuppa - watch the rain and life pass idly by from a cafe perch on Hastings Street in Noosa. This is the perfect place to relax, unwind and to mingle with the friendly locals or fellow travellers alike. With plenty of boutiques and restaurants to choose, you could spend the entire day on a single street and feel like you’re a world away.

If you’re travelling with children, you can also spend a great rainy day at “home”. Many Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast hotels nearby will offer great facilities onsite including pool or children’s play area.

What are your rainy day activities?