Emma’s Coolum Guidebook
Cafe Scene
The Caf
21 Birtwill StGreat food and coffee, only a short walk or drive away.
New Earth cafe
Birtwill StreetCafe for GF, DF, vegan lovers
Canteen Kitchen + Bar
1748 David Low WayA cafe/bar/restaurant with an industrial vibe
Delicious healthy cafe food and smoothies. Their caramel slice is the best we have tasted!
19 locals recommend
Raw Energy Coolum
16/1776 David Low WayDelicious healthy cafe food and smoothies. Their caramel slice is the best we have tasted!
Compound Secondhand Surf & Espresso
15 Heathfield RdCarl’s fave coffee
Amenities
For all the non-glamorous needs :)
Coles Coolum
19 Birtwill Street400m walk for groceries
Australia Post
8-26 Birtwill StDan Murphy's Coolum
3 Margaret StOnly about 500m from the Barefoot Bungalow
Bar and Restaurant Scene
Live bands on Sunday, a great bistro and a play area for the kids, all a short walk from the Barefoot Bungalow!
80 locals recommend
Coolum Beach Hotel
David Low WayLive bands on Sunday, a great bistro and a play area for the kids, all a short walk from the Barefoot Bungalow!
Si Suphan
1796 David Low WayGreat Thai food
Coolum Surf Club
1775-1779 David Low WayEnjoy a meal with the best view on the coast!
Hot Chilli Bean Thai Cafe
1776-1784 David Low WayTry the snapper pad see ew! It’s the best.
Sightseeing & Family Activities
Great for families! A cute train and boat ride for the kids, and factory tours.
233 locals recommend
The Ginger Factory
50 Pioneer RdGreat for families! A cute train and boat ride for the kids, and factory tours.
Make time for the Croc Show! 45min drive from the Barefoot Bungalow
867 locals recommend
Australia Zoo
Make time for the Croc Show! 45min drive from the Barefoot Bungalow
A relatively easy slope for beginners. Enjoy the sweeping views from the top.
66 locals recommend
Mt Coolum Climb
A relatively easy slope for beginners. Enjoy the sweeping views from the top.
Beautiful walk, stunning views, so many places to take a dip. Keep a lookout for a koala nestled in the trees!
840 locals recommend
Noosa National Park Carpark
60-62 Park RdBeautiful walk, stunning views, so many places to take a dip. Keep a lookout for a koala nestled in the trees!
Mount Cooroora
Mount Cooroora Hiking TrailHiking trail with great views
BLAST Aqua Park Coolum
60 Junction DrA giant inflatable fun park on water
Kondalilla Falls
74 Kondalilla Falls RdBeautiful waterfalls
A beautiful protected beach, flat or gentle waves, great for families. Enjoy the shops and cafes on Hastings Street.
270 locals recommend
Noosa Heads Main Beach
A beautiful protected beach, flat or gentle waves, great for families. Enjoy the shops and cafes on Hastings Street.
An easy climb for young kids and only a 5 minute drive from the Barefoot Bungalow
35 locals recommend
Mount Peregian
An easy climb for young kids and only a 5 minute drive from the Barefoot Bungalow
Local Favourites
Tickle Park
David Low WayGreat park equipment for kids at Coolum town centre
Coolum Beach
The best beach, in our opinion :)