Wonders of all kinds await your discovery along Australia’s northeastern coast. In the south, modern and cosmopolitan cities shine amid the world-famous beaches of the Gold Coast, while the north acts as a gateway to the primordial past with easy access to the Great Barrier Reef and the ancient Daintree Rainforest. Whether you’ve come for the beach, the sea or the trees, Queensland has what you need.
Visit Queensland: get started
No trip to Queensland is complete without a Brisbane holiday. Check out our collection of luxury beachfont resorts in Australia for romantic couples retreats by the sea along the Gold Coast, or plan for a Great Barrier Reef snorkel trip from Cairns with our selections in the north. You can also get close to nature with a Daintree Rainforest guided tour to experience the world’s oldest tropical rainforest for yourself.
Queensland travel guide
Destination facts
Language
English
When to visit
June to August brings mild temperatures and pleasant weather, perfect for exploring the great outdoors or wandering Brisbane’s sunny streets.
What to bring back
Antiques and collectibles from the villages in southeast Queensland, vintage clothes from Brisbane, Bundaberg Rum (“bundy” to locals) and local chardonnnay or shiraz wines.
What to eat
If you’re feeling brave, the locals love grilling up Moreton Bay bugs (think of a lobster that’s mostly tail), but fish and seafood are always a great choice for the coast. For aspiring sommeliers, Queensland’s wine industry is its best-kept secret, with plenty of gourmet wine tours to discover.
Fun fact
Queensland is known as Australia’s Sunshine State because it receives the most hours of sun, with most places getting an average of 8-9 hours of sunshine a day.
Important info
For more information on all necessary documents for travel to Queensland, Australia from Canada including visa, taxes and more, check Air Canada’s Travel Requirements page and the Government of Canada’s Travel and Tourism website.
