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Top Attractions in Caloundra

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  • Petr
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    One of the largest Aircraft museum I have seen. Staff were very helpful and nice to talk to. Lots of history and knowledge to gain. I Spent 2hrs plus to take it all. Awesome.
    Written 4 January 2024
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  • Michael-4551
    Caloundra, Australia5,458 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I'm a regular visitor to Kings Beach and couldn't believe how busy it has gotten. Sunday 19th March was a beautiful sunny day and plenty of people were there enjoying themselves.
    Written 6 April 2023
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  • Skeney57
    Sydney, Australia21,999 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A fairly long stretch of beach opposite the northern tip of Bribie Island. It incorporates Mangrove walks, protected & patrolled beach area and the open surf area of Happy Valley! A fair expanse of sand & beach for most to enjoy and plenty of open space to do it.
    Written 1 November 2023
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  • Olive M
    Brisbane, Australia3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A great variety of craft market stalls for those gift ideas and I even treated myself. Good food and drinks stalls. Great setting in the heart of Caloundra central shopping area.
    Written 30 January 2024
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  • Michael-4551
    Caloundra, Australia5,458 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Visited on Monday 20th March. This has got to be one of my favorite beaches in Caloundra. The area is well maintained with grassed shaded areas great if you don't want to sit on the sand in full sun. Well worth checking out.
    Written 9 April 2023
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  • Umi D
    Narangba, Australia108 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Although you can’t take your dog onto the main part of Dicky Beach, there is an amazing off leash dog beach just a couple hundred meters further along! We took our family dog on his first holiday to Caloundra and looked around for an off leash dog beach - this one was amazing! Lots of friendly dogs for him to socialize with and run around with. Off the beach you needs to put your dog back on leash, there’s a water bowl and a dog wash station too. The surf was a bit too hectic for our little fella but he still loved the opportunity to run around with a bunch of other dogs in the sea air. 😊👍🏽 🐶
    Written 7 October 2020
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  • Sydneyside
    Sydney, Australia727 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    As we were able to go to the night races on Friday while on holidays, we did. A fun way to spend a Friday night. There were quite a few people of all ages present. Everyone was well behaved. Entry prices are very reasonable. You can be as casually or dressed up as you like which is great. We were able to sit close to the finish line which was great. We will definitely go to the night races again if we are on the Sunshine Coast.
    Written 11 January 2023
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  • Kerrie C
    Golden Beach, Australia13 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    What a wonderful landmark to have in the middle of Caloundra - the artists that get to show their work and display their pieces for sale. It is a great community gallery and always worth a visit, time and time again.
    Written 28 August 2021
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  • Michael-4551
    Caloundra, Australia5,458 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Visited on Sunday 19th March. I had friends staying and took them for a walk from Kings Beach to Shelly Beach. The headland walkway is an easy path to walk and the scenery is changing all the time.
    Written 9 April 2023
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  • Rick Johnson
    Woolgoolga, Australia21 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Visited this lighthouse on holiday with family recently. Had a spectacular view and would definitely go again. The only downside of this experience was the fact that my son Jacob fell off the lighthouse paralysing his whole body but apart from that minor inconvenience everyone (other than Jacob) enjoyed the lighthouse - would highly recommend to families.
    Written 26 July 2022
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  • Michael-4551
    Caloundra, Australia5,458 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Visited on Sunday 19th March. Shelly Beach is a hidden gem, it's used more by the locals and has that relaxed atmosphere.
    Written 6 April 2023
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  • Leonie B
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Golden Beach Esplanade is a great place to walk, scoot, cycle or just stroll. The walkway is great, wide with plenty of room. Great views of Caloundra and Pumistone Passage. Very easy to access and lovely area to check out.
    Written 28 June 2022
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