Maroochydore is the geographic centre of the SunshineCoast. Maroochydore contains a popular surf beach. The MaroochyRiver's southern bank forms a virtually unbroken stretch of parkland and picnic spots in the area.
Maroochydore was probably named after the local Aboriginal word 'marutchi' meaning 'black swan' or 'marutchi dora' meaning 'water where the black swan lives'.
Adventure Travel & Tours in Maroochydore
Adventure Travel represents over 1,000 hostels, hotels, tour companies & attractions across Australia that we can book for you often at a discouted rate. At Adventure Travel we also operate a number of our own tours.
Currency used in Maroochydore
In Maroochydore the standard currency used is the Australia Dollar. The Australia dollar comes in denominations of 5c ,10c ,20c ,50c ,$1 & 2$ coins, and $5, $10, $20, $50 & $100 notes. Most bars, restaurants, backpacker hostels, shops and Adventure Tour desks in Maroochydore all take credit card, eftpos and cash. There is several cash machines in Maroochydore all which dispense the Australia Dollar currency. To check the Australian dollar exchange rate against a foreign currency then click here.
Backpacker Hostel Accommodation & Hotels in Maroochydore
In Maroochydore there is a number of Backpacker Hostels and Hotels where we can pre - book your accommodation. If you are looking for a budget hostel bed the click here or if you are looking for more luxurious accommodation then click here.
Discounted Travel Insurance
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Security in Maroochydore
Maroochydore in Australia is a very safe place to travel with 1,000's of visitors touring through Maroochydore every year. This is a popular destination for sailing enthusiasts, sunlovers, families and backpackers. To check any foreign office information on Australia you can click here.
Weather in Maroochydore
The weather in Maroochydore is seasonal with 2 distinctive seasons : May - Oct (Dry Season), Nov - April (Green Season) To get more information on the weather in Maroochydore, Australia, then click here.
Things to do and see in Maroochydore
Nostalgia Town - the award-winning Nostalgia Town operates according to the motif: "A Laugh at the Past". An 1863 scaled steam train replica takes visitors on a ride through a range of settings, props and technologies which depict nostalgiac and humorous aspects of the past through a narrative adventure involving three convicts.
Try Sky Diving
The Sunshine Castle at Bli Bli
Ski and Skurf Cable Water Ski Park
The River - ensures calm waters for boating, waterskiing and boat fishing.
Topshots Adventure Park is a theme park with an emphasis on mini-golf. They also have a video arcade, indoor rock-climbing and a cafe.
Point Cartwright - offers excellent views over the coast and the boat harbour. Dolphins and turtles can sometimes be seen offshore.
Mount Coolum National Park - is located a little to the north of Maroochydore. A steep and rocky walking leads to the top of Mt Coolum, offering outstanding views over the Sunshine Coast. The walk takes about thirty minutes.
