South East Queensland is made for school holiday road trips - with its sunny days, idyllic landscapes and great spots for both kids and parents to escape the city.
SEQ Food Trails is the easiest way to design your ultimate school holiday road trip, allowing you to explore and map the areas and interests that best suit your family.
To get you started, here’s our pick of some of South East Queensland’s best school holiday adventures:
Legendairy - Awassi Cheesery
Get back to nature in style with a visit to Awassi Cheesery, a boutique sheep farm and dairy nestled in the tranquil Grantham Hills of the Lockyer Valley. The kids will love getting to know the friendly Awassi lambs, while parents will love indulging in the delicious cheese selections on offer. Farm gate opens from Thursday to Sunday, luncheons by appointment.
Koala-ty time with the kids – Daisy Hill Conservation Park
Get up close and personal with an Aussie favourite at the Daisy Hill Conservation Park and adjoining Koala Centre. Bring a picnic and your bikes to spend the day exploring the world class walking and mountain biking trails. Keep your eyes peeled to say hi to the resident koalas and red-necked wallabies.
Go old school – The Retro Diner
Get ready for some old-fashioned fun with the Retro Diner’s retro theme. Enjoy traditional milkshakes, hearty burgers and homemade cakes and slices using ingredients locally sourced where possible. It’s right in the Top of Town a historic precinct packed with cafes and restaurants. It’s the perfect way to end a day out exploring the epic Queens Park. Add in a stop to the local ice creamery at 88 Limestone St for ultimate parent bragging rights.
Get back to nature – Redlands IndigiScapes Centre
Situated on 14.5 hectares of serene natural bushland, IndigiScapes will surprise the family with its native botanical gardens, local bush trails, nature playground and on-site café serving morning tea with a bush tucker twist. Just down the road, Sirromet offers a rustic Italian lunch served at its Tuscan Terrace followed by family game of Supa Golf at the on-site 9 hole course.
Top of the World – Picnic Point
Perched high on the crest of the Great Dividing Range overlooking Main Range and the Lockyer Valley, Picnic Point offers one of the best views in South East Queensland. The little ones will enjoy the extensive parklands, while the big kids can explore the many bush tracks. Lunch is sorted at the Picnic Point Café and Restaurant.
Sun, Sand and Seafood – Sandstone Point Hotel
One of the most relaxing ways to enjoy the Moreton Bay Region is at the Sandstone Point Hotel. Kick back in the extensive gardens, take in the ocean views and bathe in the sun, while the kids are entertained by the on-site playground and petting zoo. Wrap up the day with a relaxing walk along nearby Woorim Beach, one of Brisbane's closest patrolled surf beaches.
Take me to the fair – Caloundra Street Fair
A hidden treasure on the Sunshine Coast, the Caloundra Street Fair has something for the whole family. Featuring more than 120 unique stalls, the Caloundra Street Fair is packed with activities for kids, locally handcrafted products and art, tasty food and sweet treats, live entertainment and street theatre. Open every Sunday from 8am – 1pm.
Hump day is not just Wednesday – Summer Land Camels
Visit Summer Land Camels for a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the workings of Australia’s largest camel dairy where you'll learn more about their dairy operation, cheese, gelato and skincare production. You can also enjoy a relaxing camel ride through the farm. Perfect for families wanting an authentic and educational farm experience that they‘ll always remember.
A shore thing – Manly Harbour Village
Manly Harbour Village will make you feel like you’ve been transported far from the city. Weekends are abuzz with the Farmer’s Markets on Saturday and Creative Markets on Sunday, or take a relaxing stroll along the winding Esplanade dotted with parks, shops, cafes and restaurants of all kinds.