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Best Beach Day Trips

from Brisbane

Updated: Sep 16, 2024

From the bayside to the islands to the coast, 7 great beach day trips from Brisbane:

Day Tripping at Tugun

With a small-village vibe, friendly locals, hidden gems and the beach, Tugun is a slice of paradise

Day Tripping at Kirra

With iconic surf breaks, a relaxed seaside lifestyle & small village vibes, Kirra on the Southern Gold Coast makes for a great day trip

Day Tripping In Coolangatta

Coolangatta's world-class beaches, relaxed lifestyle, vibrant surf culture and foodie scene make this a must-do destination

Day Tripping In Noosaville

Locals have aptly nicknamed this stretch of fine golden sand along the banks of The Noosa River, 'The Golden Mile'.

Day Tripping In Redcliffe

Redcliffe is enjoying a renaissance, thanks to a world famous pop group and the rediscovery of its natural charms

Coochiemudlo Island Walk or Cycle

Coochie Mudlo Island is one of Moreton Bay's most secluded and compact sand-fringed islands, relatively untouched by time or tourists

Scarborough In A Day

Scarborough Beach and park by the sea surrounded by Norfolk Pine trees

At the northern tip of the Redcliffe peninsula the picturesque seaside village of Scarborough is a destination well worth traveling the extra mile for.

Clancestry - Wata

Wata is part of Clancestry, a celebration of identity and connection.

Jul 31

Model leaning from car window GreazeFest

GreazeFest 2025

GreazeFest is back for 3 huge days of music, cars and kulture!

Aug 1-3

Clancestry - Illume

Illume is part of Clancestry, a celebration of identity and connection

Aug 1-9

Teddy Bears Picnic at the Races

Experience a day of family-friendly fun at the annual Teddy Bears Picnic at the Races.

Aug 2

Clancestry - Electric Fields

Electric Fields & the Queensland Symphony Orchestra will perform as part of Clancestry

Aug 2

On The Green

Kate Ceberano will headline Clayfield College’s On the Green in August

Aug 3

Circa & The Art of Fugue

Circa will reimagine Bach’s most complex masterpiece The Art of Fugue.

Aug 5

Explorers - The Age of Discovery With James May

A landmark live theatre show bringing to life the stories of explorers.

Aug 7

Lior & Westlake

Australian composer Nigel Westlake and Lior come together for 2 stirring performances

Aug 9

Sunset at Moreton-Bay-Food-Wine-Festival

COMING UP

What's On in August in Brisbane

From a mega food & wine festival, CLANCESTRY, a bacon fest, decadent cabaret and Greazefest, the top things to do around Brisbane in August:

Wjat's on in August

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Sokyo

Renowned for its traditional Japanese cooking techniques, Sokyo delivers unexpected twists to the dining experience, where ritual meets art

Sokyo

Family at cafe BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Resort

MUST DO FAMILY HOLIDAY

Big4 Gold Coast Holiday Park

Wake up to comfort, style, and a delicious breakfast with BIG4's Bed and Breakfast package! Whether it's a romantic escape, family fun, or a solo recharge, it's the perfect way to unwind

BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park

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