Noosa invites you to wander without limits and discover coastal and country villages with accommodation, experiences and a warm welcome for travellers of all abilities.
Noosa’s relaxed, nature-loving lifestyle means there are plenty of wide, open spaces – from the National Parks, beach and river foreshores to the boardwalks, attractions and open-air cafes.
From the moment you start dreaming of a Noosa holiday, you’ll find inspiration for where to stay, eat and what to do.
Find accessible accommodation in Noosa, from campgrounds and hostels to 5-star resorts that offer varying levels of facilities for people with reduced mobility.
For more accommodation, tours, activities, holiday fun and accessibility services, also see:
Image courtesy of Tourism and Events Queensland.
The beautiful, safe and patrolled Noosa Main Beach has a 50m mobility mat from the boardwalk to the sea. A beach wheelchair is available for hire from the Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving Club, and accessible car parking and bathrooms are nearby.
Discover the home of Noosa's resorts, boutiques, restaurants and galleries. With a wide, accessible pavement, most shops are street level and a short pathway connects to Noosa's Main Beach. Crossing points have tactile markings to help people with low vision.
Open-air restaurants and bars open on to the wheelchair-accessible beach boardwalk along Noosa Main Beach, behind Hastings Street, Noosa Heads. The views are stunning!
The coastal track through Noosa National Park has spectacular views of Laguna Bay and is suitable for assisted wheelchair access as far as Dolphin Point - from the Noosa Main Beach boardwalk at the end of Hastings Street, along Park Road.
Image courtesy of Tourism and Events Queensland.
The Noosa River foreshore in Noosaville has a lovely, flat riverfront path with picnic areas, accessible children’s playground, and nearby cafes.
Boat hire and cruises offer varying levels of access.
Pirate Playground in Lions Park, Noosaville has a wheelchair-accessible Liberty Swing, and the Hinterland Adventure Playground in Cooroy (pictured) has accessible features including a flying fox.
Noosa Yacht & Rowing Club offers a Sailability program, and Noosa Heads Surf Lifesaving Club runs Seahorse Nippers.
For amazing views, Laguna Lookout in Noosa Heads and Mt Tinbeerwah Lookout in Tewantin are wheelchair-accessible.
The lakeside Noosa Botanic Gardens on Lake Macdonald, Cooroy, have paved paths, picnic areas and a Greek-style amphitheatre!
Shops, cafes and restaurants at the Noosa Marina, Tewantin, have ramp access. Markets are held every Sunday morning (pictured).
A short path leads to the Noosa Regional Gallery which is also wheelchair-accessible.
Not far from Noosa are Australia Zoo, Sea Life Aquarium, The Ginger Factory, Eumundi Markets, Maleny Botanic Gardens and Bird World (pictured), Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve, and the historic Mary Valley Rattler train which all offer accessibility services for visitors.
Noosa hosts a calendar of sporting, food and cultural events, and we encourage event organisers to ensure visitors of all abilities are catered for. The Noosa Special Tri is held each year as part of the Noosa Triathlon program; the Noosa Ultra-Trail welcomed its first adaptive athlete in 2023 (pictured); and the Ocean Heroes Event has surfing fun for kids on the autism spectrum.
The J Noosa (pictured) which has a regular program of touring musicians, theatre and comedians, has full wheelchair access. Also see the latest movies at the Noosa Cinema in Noosa Junction.
Noosa Arts Theatre has a dedicated wheelchair space (please book by phone). Noosa Regional Gallery has level access from the lower car park and accessible toilet facilities.
Our Noosa Visitor Information Centre at 61 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads offers friendly, local help and information on what to see and do around Noosa. Our fully trained volunteers and staff can assist you with accommodation and tour bookings, maps and brochures, and great local advice and directions.
Please see below for a range of accessibility features that are available.
We have audio guides that capture Noosa's sights, sounds, smells, textures and tastes in storytelling. The two-minute guides cover local highlights and tips about getting around for those with a mobility challenge. Hear about:
Download the Vacayit app in the APP store or find it on the Australian Visitor Centre app, or LISTEN HERE.
Our website has accessibility features to help people with vision and motor impairment and cognitive disabilities.
Sunshine Butterflies, a disability support charity in the Noosa hinterland, provides daily recreational, educational and life skills programs for people of all ages and abilities. Their unique property ‘Our Backyard’ is a purpose-built 15 acre oasis.
Sunshine Coast Airport is just 35 minutes from Noosa and now has inclusive BindiMaps digital mapping technology to help customers with a range of access needs navigate through all areas of the airport. You can fly direct from several destinations around Australia, and from Auckland.
Cerge, a digital and online platform concierge platform, is a great way to connect with local venues and let them know ahead of time that you plan to visit, and what your specific service preferences are. Also find accessibility information about venues around Noosa and the Sunshine Coast.
A dose of Noosa delivered directly to your inbox. Sign up for travel inspiration, competitions, holiday offers and tips on the best ways to discover Noosa.
Tourism Noosa acknowledges the traditional owners of the country on which we live, work and travel, the Kabi Kabi people, and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture.
We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.
