Hire Car Maroochydore Tips, Experiences & Comparison

Discover Maroochydore by Hire Car

Maroochydore is located on the east coast of Australia and forms the centre of the Sunshine Coast in Queensland.

The town is part of the Maroochy River region with Alexandra Headland and Mooloolaba and offers very beautiful beaches as well as a picturesque waterfront.

Recreational Opportunities in Maroochydore

Small colourful wooden houses and boardwalks provide a tranquil atmosphere, which is a welcome change after the hustle and bustle of the town centre. Maroochydore has a number of excellent restaurants and cafes.

In Sunshine Plaza you will find a variety of shopping options in over 250 shops. Maroochydore is very good for water activities such as surfing, fishing and jet skiing, which are plentiful. Kayaking tours are popular on the Maroochy and can be done from Maroochydore.

Mooloolaba, which is about 10 minutes away, has a dazzling marina from which boat tours can be booked along the country’s most expensive villas.

At the Underwater World theme park, you can get up close to a wide variety of sea creatures, from sharks, jellyfish and crocodiles to sea lions and turtles, and learn lots of new things in lectures.

Exploring the Maroochydore area

The best way to explore the area from Maroochydore is by hire car. Day trips along the coast north to Noosa or Caloundra in the south are very worthwhile.

The hinterland of the Sunshine Coast also offers an interesting landscape with its eucalyptus trees and green valleys, where you can experience kangaroos, koalas and numerous bird species in the wild.