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But the list of Sunshine Beach things to do doesn’t stop there.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ELet’s dive into why the Sunshine Beach is making waves well beyond our sun-soaked state.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat you need to know about Sunshine Beach\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/sunshine-coast/blog-images/Sunshine Beach_1500 x 844.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/sunshine-coast/blog-images/Sunshine Beach_1500 x 844.jpg","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/us/en/places-to-see/experiences/beaches/sunshine-beach-guide/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1750135035055/sunshine-beach-1500-x-844.jpeg","uuid":"05a71c14-479c-44cb-97bd-45fa4ab38a58","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1250929928":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EThe beach itself is found on the southern side of \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b260307b935fbe730dfa1b-noosa-national-park\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Noosa National Park\"\u003ENoosa National Park\u003C/a\u003E, the starting point of a 15-kilometre powdery white run of sand. Dreams of long walks on the beach are made with every visit to Sunshine Beach, and locals are proud of their community, embracing the greatest of outdoors at the crack of dawn most days.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you’re looking for go-all-night action and big-name shops, this place isn’t for you. Sunshine Beach, sprinkled with pandanus palms and panoramic views out to the horizon, is best devoured slowly, savouring its soothing surroundings (and early-to-bed nights).\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ELittle ones in tow? There’s a small park across the road from the village, plus a 10.8-kilometre return coastal walk that stretches to Noosa Headland (more on that further below), so soaking up the serenity is a family-friendly obligation.  \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHow to get to Sunshine Beach\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1975254266":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EIf you’re day tripping from Noosa Heads, it’s a zippy five-minute drive south, crossing Noosa National Park. Just follow the signs.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ERoad tripping from \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Brisbane\"\u003EBrisbane\u003C/a\u003E? Easy peasy. The 130-kilometre trek is typically knocked on its head in just under 2.5 hours. You’ll want to follow the M1 to Emu Mountain Road in \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25e31aeeeaaf773cf0681-peregian-beach\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Peregian\"\u003EPeregian\u003C/a\u003E before taking the State Route 6 (which winds through many of \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/beaches/best-beaches-sunshine-coast\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Sunshine Coast Beaches\"\u003Ethe Sunshine Coast’s best beaches\u003C/a\u003E) to holiday heaven.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you’re coming in from overhead, the nearest airport is \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/information-services/p-56b260cad5f1565045da415f-sunshine-coast-airport\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Sunshine Coast Airport\"\u003ESunshine Coast Airport\u003C/a\u003E. 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You’ll find it up the hill and around the corner on the beach-fronting Duke Street, crammed with caffeine-starved folk from the early hours.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGet a workout in (and score serious selfie fodder) via a beautiful Sunshine Beach trail, like the Coastal Walk which goes from Noosa National Park’s Noosa Headland to just outside the Sunshine Beach Surf Club. Keep your eyes peeled for koalas up high and whales out far (if you’re travelling between June and November). There’s also the Sunshine Beach to \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-583294272ef4a96d25ca769e-alexandria-bay\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Alexandria Bay\"\u003EAlexandria Bay\u003C/a\u003E loop walk which notches up 2.5 kilometres, including a steep incline. Push on past the tough bits — the views are sensational.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENorth Sunshine Beach is the spot to flex your long boarding skills as its exposed break throws up peaks and gutters right along the coastline. Beginners are advised to steer clear, but experienced surfers froth for it.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EDon’t forget to drop into Cabin, right near Sunshine Social, too, as hipster apparel and boho accessories and homewares offer a jolt of retail indulgence amid lazy Sunshine Beach R&R.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere to eat and drink in Sunshine Beach\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1174463875":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003ESlurp up seriously authentic Asian dishes at Embassy XO, one of \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-cafes/best-restaurants-sunshine-coast\" target=\"_self\" title=\"best Sunshine Coast restaurents\"\u003Ethe best Sunshine Coast restaurants\u003C/a\u003E. It’s a small space but what it lacks in size, it more than makes up for in flavour. Humble On Duke is another standout, nailing Middle Eastern cuisine and utilising the finest local produce. 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