Noosa is a city on Queensland's Sunshine Coast. Of the major settlements along that coast, Noosa is generally the most expensive and "touristy", catering increasingly for an upmarket and well-heeled clientele.
Noosa Heads is the area containing Hastings Street and the main beach. At the end of Hastings Street is Noosa Woods and Noosa Spit. At the eastern end of Hastings Street is the Noosa National Park. Noosaville is alongside the river, with cafes and restaurants. Noosa Junction the business area.
Noosa' is said to be a western interpretation of the aboriginal name for the area 'Noothera', meaning a place of shade and harmony.
Adventure Travel & Tours in Noosa
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 Noosa
In Noosa 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 Noosa all take credit card, eftpos and cash. There is several cash machines in Noosa 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 Noosa
In Noosa 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.
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Security in Noosa
Noosa in Australia is a very safe place to travel with 1,000's of visitors touring through Noosa 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 Noosa
The weather in Noosa is seasonal with 2 distinctive seasons : May - Oct (Dry Season), Nov - April (Green Season) To get more information on the weather in Noosa, Australia, then click here.
Travel to Noosa
By plane - Fly to Sunshine Coast airport at Maroochydore, 30km to the south. From the airport, take a taxi or a regular bus.Alternatively fly to Brisbane airport. The best way to reach Noosa is to use one of the transfer services. The courier will meet you at the baggage carousel for domestic arrivals and in the arrivals hall for international arrivals. Pre booking is important. Taxis to Noosa at the airport are expensive.
By train - The nearest stations to Noosa are at Nambour and Maryborough, with a connecting bus or taxi required. By car - Drive north from Brisbane along the Bruce Highway for approximately 150km.
Things to do and see in Noosa
Scuba Diving
Shopping - Noosa's most famous shopping strip is Hastings Street, a veritable paradise for the shopaholic. Just be careful to spend within your limits, which is not always easy to do.
Cruise along Noosa River to the Everglades, which are part of the Great Sandy National Park. The dark still waters of the upper Noosa River provide stunning mirrored reflections.
The hinterland behind Noosa has some wonderful villages and scenic spots. Most usually involve a trip to Montville and may continue south to the Glasshouse Mountains. Main attractions around the Hinterland include the Ginger Factory or the Big Pineapple. A popular one day tour is to the Australia Zoo which is offered as one tour or maybe in combination with a hinterland tour.
Walking - There are some nice walks in the National Park at Noosa Heads.
Surf in Noosa
Noosa Heads' main attraction is its beaches. Its main beach and its small bays around the headland are common surfing locations, which are known on world surfing circuits. One of its major surfing contests involves the Noosa Festival of Surfing. This festival attracts large numbers of long boarders.
Annual Events
Noosa's major events throughout the year include
Noosa Festival of Surfing,
Rock'n Tewantin,
Noosa Triathlon
Pomona King of the Mountain.
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