The best family-friendly activities in Queensland for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

Whitsundays Sunset Sailing Cruise
Slip into the unique sunset sail in style on a 62ft gaff-rigged topsail schooner, an American Bluenose a replica of the Grand Banks fishing boats...
$60

Brisbane Mini Segway Tour
A new and fun way to see Brisbane’s beautiful river city. Cruise along the river and inner city with our experienced guides — a great way...
$42

Explore the stunning white, silica sand of the world-famous Whitehaven Beach on this full-day excursion. This is the best way to experience all that Whitehaven...
$198

Join a full day tour to Kuranda, in World Heritage-listed rainforest. Experience the award-winning Rainforestation Army Duck Rainforest Tour with an experienced tour guide. You'll...
$175

Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
Be dazzled by more than 1,200 tropical jewel-colored butterflies at the Australia Butterfly Sanctuary. Located in the heart of Kuranda, the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is...
$18

Noosa Stand Up Paddle Group Lesson
Take a fun eco tour of Noosa River with one of our experienced guides. Learn the basics, improve your skills, get active and refine your...
$53

Walking is okay, but with a mountain bike you and your friends will cover more ground, increase your chance of chasing some wildlife, get a...
$152

Looking for something breathtaking to do by yourself, with a friend or with a family? Come and see us at the Surfers Parasailing. We will...
$68

With the choice of three daily departures from Cairns, this Green Island cruise is perfect for visitors with limited time, offering a half or full...
$90

Sundowner Sunset Cruise Airlie Beach
Sundowner is a local favourite and has been operating for 16 years. She is a fully covered purpose built catamaran designed for socialising, and unlike...
$53

Infinity Attraction - Admission
INFINITY is unlike any other attraction on the Gold Coast. Open daily until 10pm, it’s one of the few experiences you can enjoy during the...
$23

Welcome to Cairns Museum – a snapshot of our fascinating, beautiful, dynamic frontier region and its people. Situated in the central business district of Cairns,...
$11

Great for beginners, non-swimmers and first-time visitors to Tropical North Queensland cruise to Agincourt Reef. You can watch fish feeding, go on a snorkeling expedition,...
$227

Embark on an exclusive small-group adventure through the breathtaking Southern Daintree Rainforest, guided by experienced experts. This unforgettable experience includes: Morning tea and a light...
$106

With a maximum capacity of 12 passengers on board the “Coral Sea Dreaming,” this is an intimate 2-day tour from Cairns. Combine scuba diving, snorkeling,...
$475

Sunshine Coast Surf Tours
Discover the stunning Sunshine Coast surf spots with a local guide! Get picked up from your accomodation, surf all morning and then head to one...
$120

Rusty's Market Foodlovers Tour
Discover the flavours of Cairns on this delicious journey through the city’s iconic Rusty’s Market. Stroll among colourful stalls bursting with tropical fruit, local produce,...
$50

Explore Stradbroke Island by 4WD on a day trip from Brisane. Seeing dolphins, manta rays, turtles and whales in season (from June to November) is...
$224

45 Minute Reef and Rainforest Flight
This tour combines the best elements of the reef and rainforest. Starting with the reef we fly to Green Island and then explore the local...
$466

Discover Brisbane through its stories, hidden corners, riverfront paths, and evolving city culture on this relaxed small-group walking tour through the heart of the Brisbane....
$69

Explore Australia's World Heritage-listed tropical rainforest at the Rainforestation Nature Park in Kuranda. The park is set on 100 acres (40 hectares) of pristine rainforest...
$50

