Car Rental Sunshine Coast Airport

It’s time to visit Australia’s hidden gem, the Sunshine Coast! Grab your keys from Thrifty Sunshine Coast Airport and head off on your subtropical adventure. There’s plenty to do and see, so get excited!

The weather here is simply sunny - it’s the Sunshine Coast for a reason! You’ll enjoy endless days of summer sunshine, so make sure you have your sunscreen ready. Prepare for endless beach days on the pristine coast during your stay - it’s seriously beautiful. 

The Sunshine Coast is home to some incredible sights. It boasts the coastline of your dreams but also has the beautiful hinterland further inland. And don’t worry about not fitting in - you’ll feel like a local from the moment you arrive.

Food Galore Up the Sunshine Coast

The Sunshine Coast is situated in southern Queensland and takes up roughly 60km of some of the nicest beaches and surf you’ll get here in Australia. Plus, with plenty of tasty dining options up and down the coast, you’ll be spoiled for choice as you explore in your Thrifty rental car. 

Let’s start with brekky and head on over to Buderim, where Nurcha Maroochydore and The Shack Cafe are both situated. Here, you can enjoy a glorious coffee and food as you plan out the day ahead. If you fancy a beach view as you eat, why not try Backstreet Cafe in Mantra Mooloolaba Beach? Famed for having the best Benny in town, you can break your fast while overlooking the ocean. 

If lunch and dinner are more your thing, the Sunshine Coast has your back. Let’s drive on up to Noosa Heads, where the paddock to plate ethos is present in heaps of venues. Paradise Arcade is an excellent Cali-Mexican inspired restaurant, or get your Italian taste buds tingling at El Capitano, the coolest pizza joint in Noosa. 

Wherever you stop for food during your stay on the Sunshine Coast, you can rest easy knowing you’ll have the most delicious fresh food and incredibly friendly service. So, park up and enjoy your stay!

The Surf’s Up in the Sunshine Coast

The Sunshine Coast is an incredible destination for that ultimate road trip. Pack your bags and get driving as you explore the gorgeous hinterland and mesmerising coast.

The Sunshine Coast is famed for its endless stretch of white sand and crystal blue oceans, but if you head further inland, you’ll discover yet more magic. The Glass House Mountains are not only an impressive sight but a great hike and place to learn about cultural and spiritual significance in the area.  

If it’s the surf you’re after then you are definitely in the right place! Noosa is the perfect coastal beach town with a beautiful beach, great cafes, awesome surf, and an incredible National Park to explore, too. If you’re wanting something more rugged, head on up to Rainbow Beach. Nestled between Fraser Island and Cooloola National Park, this is the perfect spot to hop on a 4WD Tour and embrace nature. 

For those wanting to get off the grid, book a tour and head on over to Fraser Island. This worldHeritage-listed island is the most incredible getaway. With spots like Lake Mackenzie and Champagne Pools, you’ll have the best time exploring the largest sand island in the world. 

The Sunshine Coast will be an endless adventure of sun, sand, and adventure. From the moment you pick up your keys at Sunshine Coast Airport, you’ll be amazed at the incredible landscapes and awesome spots that this destination has to offer.  If you want to keep looking at some incredible destinations, head to our other Destination Guides, but we hope to see you soon at Sunshine Coast Airport for your Thrifty rental car adventure.