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Top Things to Do in Queensland

We compared all 510 experiences in Queensland so you can choose in minutes: real prices, verified reviews and our editorial picks.

★4.8 510 experiences from AU$ 15 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

Must-do experiences

Snorkeling Whitsundays: Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet
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Most booked
Snorkeling Whitsundays: Whitehaven Beach & Hill InletSnorkel two pristine reefs in the Whitsundays, then walk to Hill Inlet Lookout and spend hours on Whitehaven Beach, lunch.
5,022 reviews
4.87★
Duration
7h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ZHPickup optionalFree cancellationfromAU$ 249per person
K'gari Day Tour: Six Island Highlights with Guide & Lunch
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★Top rated
K'gari Day Tour: Six Island Highlights with Guide & LunchFull-day K'gari (Fraser Island) tour from Hervey Bay or Rainbow Beach with expert guide, national park entry, lunch and hotel pickup, swim Lake McKenzie.
3,945 reviews
4.84★
Duration
9h
Every day
07:30
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromAU$ 279per person
Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling & Diving Cruise from Cairns
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Best value
Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling & Diving Cruise from CairnsBoat tour from Cairns to outer reef with 5 hours in the water. Includes BBQ lunch, snorkel gear, wine, intro and certified dives, plus optional helicopter flight.
3,970 reviews
4.72★
Duration
8h 30m
Every day
08:00
Live guide EN · DE · ZH · JAFree cancellationfromAU$ 275per person

Recommended (7)

Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour from Airlie Beach
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Travelers' pick
Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour from Airlie Beach
3,557 reviews
4.92★
Duration
2h 30m
fromAU$ 130per person
Whitehaven Beach Snorkeling Cruise with Two Reef Stops
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Travelers' pick
Whitehaven Beach Snorkeling Cruise with Two Reef Stops
3,201 reviews
4.86★
Duration
8h
fromAU$ 250per person
Great Barrier Reef Catamaran: Dive & Snorkel 2 Outer Reef Sites
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Likely to sell out
Great Barrier Reef Catamaran: Dive & Snorkel 2 Outer Reef Sites
2,705 reviews
4.88★
Duration
9h
fromAU$ 275per person
Private Daintree Rainforest Walk: Small Group, World Heritage
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Travelers' pick
Private Daintree Rainforest Walk: Small Group, World Heritage
2,571 reviews
4.93★
Duration
9h
fromAU$ 270per person
Cape Tribulation Rainforest Tour: Daintree River & Beach
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Travelers' pick
Cape Tribulation Rainforest Tour: Daintree River & Beach
2,076 reviews
4.62★
Duration
10h–12h
fromAU$ 239per person
Cairns: Great Barrier Reef Snorkel & Dive with 6 Hours Reef Time
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Travelers' pick
Cairns: Great Barrier Reef Snorkel & Dive with 6 Hours Reef Time
2,055 reviews
4.84★
Duration
9h
fromAU$ 223per person
Port Douglas: Boat Cruise Spotting Crocodiles & Shipwrecks
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Travelers' pick
Port Douglas: Boat Cruise Spotting Crocodiles & Shipwrecks
2,036 reviews
4.76★
Duration
1h 30m
fromAU$ 53per person

Top rated (10)

Gold Coast Sunset Sailing Cruise: 38ft Yacht, 4 Guests
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Gold Coast Sunset Sailing Cruise: 38ft Yacht, 4 GuestsSail the Gold Coast at sunset on a private 38-foot yacht for up to four guests: sip sparkling wine or beer while dolphins and sea turtles often appear.
152 reviews
5.00★
Duration
2h
Every day except Wednesday
17:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromAU$ 549per group
Sandbox VR Surfers Paradise: Full-Body Motion Capture Experience
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Sandbox VR Surfers Paradise: Full-Body Motion Capture ExperienceSandbox VR in Surfers Paradise uses Hollywood motion capture and haptic feedback to move freely through eight worlds for 40 minutes.
193 reviews
4.99★
Duration
40m
start times · Every day
26
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromAU$ 45per person
Surfers Paradise: EFoil Lesson & Gold Coast Fliteboard Flight
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Surfers Paradise: EFoil Lesson & Gold Coast Fliteboard FlightLearn to eFoil on the Gold Coast in a 2-hour guided lesson. No waves or wind needed. Most riders fly within an hour. Includes board, vest, helmet & expert instruction.
183 reviews
4.99★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day except Wednesday
3
Live guide EN · FR · ESFree cancellationfromAU$ 338per person
30 Min Jet Ski Safari Gold Coast: Wave Break Island & Crab Island
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30 Min Jet Ski Safari Gold Coast: Wave Break Island & Crab IslandRide a jet ski for 30 minutes along Gold Coast beaches, through Wave Break Island and Crab Island, with safety gear and professional guide included.
160 reviews
4.99★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromAU$ 130per person
Snorkeling Port Douglas: 4 guests to 1 guide at outer reefs
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Travelers' pick
Snorkeling Port Douglas: 4 guests to 1 guide at outer reefsSnorkel the outer reefs from Port Douglas with a marine expert guide: 4 guests per guide ensures personalized instruction.
1,570 reviews
4.98★
Duration
7h 15m
Every day
08:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromAU$ 639per person
Brisbane Walking Tour: City History & Story Bridge Views
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Travelers' pick
Brisbane Walking Tour: City History & Story Bridge ViewsSmall-group walking tour of Brisbane with live English guide, covering Queen Street to Story Bridge over three hours. Includes a local craft beer and group photos.
324 reviews
4.98★
Duration
3h
Every day
10:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromAU$ 83per person
Port Douglas: Aboriginal Daintree Rainforest & Spear Throwing
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Port Douglas: Aboriginal Daintree Rainforest & Spear ThrowingAboriginal cultural tour from Port Douglas with Kuku Yalanji guide, Mossman Gorge walk, spear throwing and bush tucker tasting. Includes meals, water and transport.
259 reviews
4.98★
Duration
8h
Mon–Sat
08:00
Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromAU$ 245per person
Learn to Surf Gold Coast: 2 Hour Lesson with 5-to-1 Ratio
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Travelers' pick
Learn to Surf Gold Coast: 2 Hour Lesson with 5-to-1 RatioLearn to surf on the Gold Coast in a 2-hour group lesson with max five students per instructor, equipment included, and a free photo package.
252 reviews
4.98★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · FR · ESFree cancellationfromAU$ 65per person
Magnetic Island Sailing Cruise: Lunch & Beach Swim
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Magnetic Island Sailing Cruise: Lunch & Beach SwimSail Magnetic Island's coastline and anchor at a secluded bay for swimming, beach time and a locally-sourced lunch with wine.
193 reviews
4.98★
Duration
4h
Every day
10:15
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromAU$ 239per person
Mooloolaba Bushtucker Cruise: Indigenous Stories & Lunch
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Mooloolaba Bushtucker Cruise: Indigenous Stories & LunchCruise the Mooloolaba waterways aboard a heritage sailing vessel for two hours, enjoying native canapes and locally foraged dishes while learning First.
170 reviews
4.98★
Duration
2h
Tue–Sun
11:30
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromAU$ 120per person

Lowest price (10)

Cairns Museum: Entry ticket with exhibitions access
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Travelers' pick
Cairns Museum: Entry ticket with exhibitions accessVisit Cairns Museum in the heart of the city for a self-guided journey through Far North Queensland’s history. Includes all exhibitions and easy access.
27 reviews
4.74★
Duration
1d
Mon–SatFree cancellationfromAU$ 15per person
Cairns: Koalas & Wildlife at The Pier Family Day Out
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Cairns: Koalas & Wildlife at The Pier Family Day OutHold a koala in Cairns, explore Australia’s unique habitats, and meet native creatures with admission included. Wheelchair accessible and family-friendly.
131 reviews
4.66★
Duration
30m
Every dayFree cancellationfromAU$ 22per person
Bundaberg Ginger Beer Tasting: Sample and take home six
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Travelers' pick
Bundaberg Ginger Beer Tasting: Sample and take home sixTaste the full range of Bundaberg Brewed Drinks at the Barrel in Queensland, sample every brew with a guide, then pick six bottles to take home.
51 reviews
4.45★
Duration
1h
start times · Every day
13
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromAU$ 23per person
Rockhampton Ghost, Crime & Ripper Walk: Dark History Tour
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Rockhampton Ghost, Crime & Ripper Walk: Dark History TourEvening ghost and crime walk through Rockhampton's streets and alleys, 45 minutes to 1.5 hours, with a live guide uncovering murders.
60 reviews
4.75★
Duration
45m–1h 30m
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromAU$ 25per person
Australian Butterfly Sanctuary in Kuranda: Walk the aviary
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Australian Butterfly Sanctuary in Kuranda: Walk the aviaryWalk through a tropical rainforest aviary at the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary in Kuranda.
53 reviews
4.26★
Duration
30m–1h
Every dayFree cancellationfromAU$ 26per person
Proserpine to Airlie Beach Airport Transfer & Pickup
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Travelers' pick
Proserpine to Airlie Beach Airport Transfer & PickupOne-way airport transfer between Proserpine Airport and Airlie Beach with door-to-door pickup, luggage help, and local driver insights. 35 minutes, all accommodations served.
66 reviews
4.64★
Duration
35m
start times · Every day
47
Hotel pickupFree cancellationfromAU$ 28per person
Whitsunday Coast Airport to Airlie Beach: One-Way Transfer
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Travelers' pick
Whitsunday Coast Airport to Airlie Beach: One-Way TransferOne-way airport transfer from Whitsunday Coast to Airlie Beach resorts. Air-conditioned van or coach, door-to-door drop-off, luggage trailers and infant seats included.
10 reviews
4.80★
Duration
45m–1h 30m
Every dayHotel pickupFree cancellationfromAU$ 28per person
Gold Coast Aqua Park: 50-Minute Inflatable Water Course
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Travelers' pick
Gold Coast Aqua Park: 50-Minute Inflatable Water CourseFifty minutes on Queensland's inflatable water park in Southport. Life jackets included, safe supervision, and easy online booking. Best for confident swimmers aged 5+.
255 reviews
4.96★
Duration
50m
start times · Every day
8
Instant confirmationfromAU$ 29per person
Surfers Paradise River Cruise: Midday Sightseeing on the Nerang
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Travelers' pick
Surfers Paradise River Cruise: Midday Sightseeing on the NerangCruise the Nerang River through Surfers Paradise for an hour with live guide commentary, upstairs viewing deck, and a fully licensed bar.
19 reviews
4.95★
Duration
1h
Every day
12:30
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromAU$ 29per person
Proserpine Airport to Airlie Beach: Shared Shuttle with Local Driver
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Likely to sell out
Proserpine Airport to Airlie Beach: Shared Shuttle with Local DriverShared shuttle from Proserpine Airport to Airlie Beach hotels. Driver meets you at arrivals with name sign, handles luggage, and provides door-to-door drop-off service.
85 reviews
4.25★
Duration
40m
start times · Every day
11
Live guide EN · ZHHotel pickupFree cancellationfromAU$ 29per person
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Queensland at a glance ✓ 2026-11-05

  • Most booked: Snorkeling Whitsundays: Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet, AU$ 249 (7h, 4.87★ · 5,022).
  • Top rated: K'gari Day Tour: Six Island Highlights with Guide & Lunch, AU$ 279 (9h, 4.84★ · 3,945).
  • Best value: Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling & Diving Cruise from Cairns, AU$ 275 (8h 30m, 4.72★ · 3,970).

Of the 510 experiences: 486 with free cancellation, 435 with instant confirmation, 201 with hotel pickup and 315 bookable last-minute.

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