Aussie World
Want more family fun on the school holidays!! The ultimate Aussie Theme Park jam-packed with thrills and fun for the whole family is located at Aussie World at Palmview only 66 kms from Scarborough Beach Resort.
Aussie World offers unlimited rides that will get you soaked or make you green and dizzy and there are simulators, slides, bumps and coasters for the kids or the big kids at heart. And right next door is the iconic Ettamogah Pub.
Aussie World has over 30 rides and attractions, a gift shop, a variety of food outlets and is guaranteed to entertain all ages.
Location: 73 Frizzo Road, Bruce Highway, Palmview
Admission Price: Adults & Children $32 or Family of Four $110
Purchase tickets here at Aussie World.
Why not book a family holiday beach escape at Scarborough Beach Resort. We have availability for January.
Glass House Mountains
Have a day out in the mountains in the scenically abundant Sunshine Coast Hinterland, Glasshouse Mountains. Less than 50 kms north of Scarborough the scenery will unfold before your eyes as you drive into a series of 14 mountains, including Mt Tibrogargan, Mt Beerwah, Mt Coonowrin and Wild Horse Mountain.
There are a series of walking trails with scenic lookouts such as the Glass House Mountains Lookout Circuit, Trachyte Circuit and Wild Horse Mountains Track. Or for the adrenalin junkies there are rock climbing adventures at Mt Tibrogargan and Mt Ngungun.
Otherwise just enjoy the drive as the roads take you through strawberry, pineapple and macadamia nut farms and little townships dotted throughout the region with majestic views of the mountains through your windscreen.
You can download a walking trails map here
Or a driving map here
Another great day trip from Scarborough Beach Resort. Book a seachange today!
Bindi’s Island at Australia Zoo
Looking for somewhere fun to take the kids these school holidays? Take them along to Australia Zoo and the newly opened Bindi Island.
This tropical paradise features Bindi’s incredible three-storey treehouse where you can view the cheeky ring-tailed lemurs, giant Aldabran Tortoises, beautiful Macaws and Boa Constrictors. It is an island adventure like no other!
Admission to Bindi Island is included in your admission price for Australia Zoo – the home of The Crocodile Hunter!
Location: 1638 Steve Irwin Way, Beerwah
Opening Hours: Daily 9.00am to 5.00pm
Admission Prices: Adults $59.00, Children (3-14 yrs) $35.00, Children under 3 Free, Family of 4 $172.00
Australia Zoo is only 54 kms north of Scarborough. So book your beach escape at Scarborough Beach Resort today!
Floatin’ Fun
Looking for a fun outdoors activity while staying with us at Scarborough Beach Resort? Floatin’ Fun are a hire company providing stand-up paddle boards (SUP), peddle boats and kayaks.
Generally open on weekends and during school holidays (closed Christmas and in some weather conditions). On the weekend they can take bookings for 6am but usually open at 9am.
Floatin’ Fun are located opposite us on Scarborough Beach. They also have another location operating at Redcliffe Jetty.
Pricing is affordable and simple, all crafts cost the same price, half an hour = $20 and one hour = $30. They also offer a range of package deals perfect for a group, family or return visits.
For more information about watercraft hire please visit Floatin’ Fun.
Plan your next escape to Scarborough Beach Resort today and take advantage of our beachfront location at Scarborough Beach.
Scarborough to Newport – Walk or Cycle!
Ride a bike or take a walk / run from Scarborough to Newport. This 8km route winds around the top of Redcliffe peninsula through Casuarina and Cotton Tree lined parks, along the waterfront, to the canals of Newport.
If you choose to cycle there is about 200m of on-road riding, in a dedicated path on a quiet street and around three roads to cross.
Along the path you’ll enjoy sections of shade provided by trees including Norfolk Pines. You will aslo take in views across the waters of Deception Bay to the southern end of Bribie Island, and overlooking Scarborough Boat Harbour, as well as distant glimpses of the Glass House Mountains.
When you return to Scarborough why not treat yourself to lunch in the colourful seaside cafe strip, or grab some take-away and enjoy it overlooking the beach. Then take a swim in our onsite pool to cool off before retreating to your apartment at Scarborough Beach Resort.
Kid-Friendly Scarborough Beach Resort
Scarborough Beach Resort is a great choice for family accommodation, with a heap of kid friendly activities right on our doorstep.
- We are directly across the road from Scarborough Beach, and a fantastic kids playground with cottonwood trees that the kids will just love to climb.
- Explore the peninsular on the miles of bike paths.
- Visit Redcliffe and check out the Jetty, and music fans won’t want to miss visiting Bee Gees Way.
- Unwind with a spot of fishing at Scarborough Point, take a whale watching tour or go across to Moreton Island.
- Take a day trip to Australia Zoo, one of the famous theme parks of the Gold Coast or spend a day in Brisbane.
- The area is home to heaps of great cafes and restaurants, or you could have a BBQ by the beach.
- Scarborough Beach Resort also boasts great onsite facilities including a superb 23m lap pool, heated hydro jet spa and sauna, plus rooftop BBQs.
Don’t delay, book your next weekend or school holiday accommodation at Scarborough Beach Resort today!
Dolphin Wild and Whale Watching Tours Scarborough
Enjoy a day of marine encounters and interactions with Dolphin Wild on their eco cruise that runs from June to October each year! Some of the highlights on the Dolphin Wild Marine Eco Cruise are:
- Interactions with Dolphins*, Dugongs, Turtles and Humpback Whales FREE WHALE WATCHING OPPORTUNITIES!
- Optional guided Snorkelling Tour around Tangalooma wrecks** (extra cost)
- Expert commentary on the Marine Wildlife and Island history while cruising along
- Moreton Island’s shallow waters
- Relaxing beach time on Moreton Island
- Morning & afternoon tea with all day complimentary tea and coffee
- Smorgasbord Lunch of BBQ chicken, ham off the bone, salads and fresh prawns
- Fully licensed bar with chocolates, chips and soft drinks available for purchase.
- Cruise on our comfortable 22 metre vessel Supercat, Departing Newport Marina, Scarborough
- All day cruise boarding 8:30am return approx 4:00pm
The day cruise depars Newport Marina, 158 Griffith Road Scarborough.
If you are visiting outside of Whale Season – Dolphin Wild still operates the marine eco cruise but with a boomnetting experience in place of the whale watching.
For further information and bookings visit Dolphin Wild.
Book your Scarborough Queensland accommodation staying at the Scarborough Beach Resort.
Bee Gees Way
In 1958 the Gibb brothers played their first gig at the Redcliffe speedway and it was on their kitchen table in Scarborough that they signed their first music contract.
In 2013, Barry Gibb and the Moreton Bay Regional Council unveiled ‘Bee Gees Way.’ Located between Redcliffe Parade and Sutton Street, Bee Gees Way is a 50 metre laneway showcasing more than 60 pictures and 13 album covers, the laneway is divided into five phases celebrating the career of the Bee Gees. A 1.7m bronze statue of the Gibbs brothers, as boys, with a backdrop of 37 song titles is one of the main features of Bee Gees Way.
You can also view Bee Gees memorabilia, including a recollection of their childhood on the peninsula that was penned by Barry Gibb, at the Redcliffe Museum … or take a stroll past their childhood home in Scarborough!
Book your stay at Scarborough Beach Resort today!
Costco Brisbane
Did you know that the only Costco in Queensland is just a 20 minute drive from Scarborough Beach Resort?
Costco is a wholesale warehouse where shoppers can buy in bulk and shop for discounted big-ticket items. Membership is required and can be purchased onsite or online.
At Costco North Lakes (Brisbane) you’ll find a wide array of items all under one roof. Shop for big items like televisions and washing machines to kids toys and books, sporting equipment, clothing, underwear and socks and a huge selection of toilettries, grocery items, bakery goods, fruit and vegetable, meat and more.
At the front of the store you’ll find a very affordable kiosk serving ready to go pizza by the slice or whole, hot dogs, pies, churros, and cold drinks.
Costco is also a great place for your catering needs with platters of sandwiches, chicken wings, salads, cakes, etc.
If you live on the Gold Coast or north of Brisbane, why not book in for a few nights at Scarborough Beach Resort and check-out Costco – have a holiday, and get your Christmas shopping done all under one roof!
For more information please visit Costco North Lakes. 17-39 Cook Street, North Lakes.
Image credit: Ken Wolter / Shutterstock
Fishing in Scarborough Queensland
Scarborough Point is known as one of the best fishing spots North of Brisbane. So, if you like to relax on holiday with a little fishing then you’ve come to the right place!
There are several places along the coast that are well known including the rocky reefs around Castlereagh Point, where rumour has it big bream, squire and grass sweetlip can be caught.
Redcliffe Peninsula foreshore is said to be good for whiting from the beaches, including Margate and Sutton. The rock outcrops also provide good opportunity for catching bream.
What are you waiting for? Put out your ‘gone fishing’ sign and come spend a few days at Scarborough Beach Resort.