Attractions & Things to Do

Discover amazing places to visit, from scenic lookouts and wildlife encounters to museums and galleries.

Dining and Eating Out

Capers at the Beach Bar and Grill, Airlie Beach Hotel

Capers at the Beach Bar and Grill is an oasis of fabulous food and fine wine in a chic setting by the Airlie Beachfront. The food is innovative and exciting, with house specialities including TAPAS, Localvore (special menu dedicated to serving 100 per cent sourced and grown produce) and local seafood. An extensive wine cellar and bar selection is available to compliment all food choices. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and coffees in-between, seven days per week.

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National Parks and Reserves

Conway State Forest

In Conway State Forest along the rugged Conway Range, explore lowland tropical rainforest, picturesque creeks and lofty peaks overlooking Airlie Beach. This forest is home to 20 rainforest plants found only in this region and offers a refuge for wildlife. The buff-breasted paradise-kingfisher migrates from Papua New Guinea to breed here. Discover the forest's secrets on a short or long walk. Three walks begin from the carpark, ranging from the two kilometre Kingfisher circuit to the 30 kilometre, three-day Whitsunday Great! Walk (which is closed during February and March). Camping fees apply and bookings are essential. Look for brilliant blue Ulysses butterflies. Get a sense of the history of the region from old snigging tracks used for carting timber in logging days. Tracks may be closed in wet weather; check conditions before setting out.

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