The Complete Guide to Aussie World on the Sunshine Coast for Families
You’ve come to the right place to learn more about Aussie World on the Sunshine Coast for families, including Aussie World rides and ticket prices!
We were recently invited to spend a day at Aussie World on the Sunshine Coast. Now, I’m not a huge theme park fan but I’ve wanted to check out Aussie World for a while. It’s not as big as the Gold Coast theme parks so I thought it might be a lot more enjoyable.
You know what? I was right. We all had a really great time, not just the kids. The smaller theme park meant less waiting time on rides and more time to just enjoy the place and each others company. Also, it was significantly cheaper than other theme parks we had been to, including the gift shop on the way out.
I would definitely bring the kids back here again!
Where is Aussie World?
Aussie World is on the Sunshine Coast just one kilometre north of the Caloundra exit on the Bruce Highway. There are signs announcing where to turn off so you can’t miss it. Also, it’s really hard not to notice the big ‘Banana Bender’ pub.
Aussie World Rides
One of the best things about Aussie World is that there are plenty of rides for younger kids as well and the focus is not solely on families with teenagers or those seeking a stomach churning thrill. Below is a list of the fun rides and experiences you can have at Aussie World on the Sunshine Coast sorted by height requirement.
For The Little Ones
- Little Beaut Toot Toot – A beautiful and colourful little train (accompanied).
- Tin Lids Tea Party – A cute little tea cup ride (accompanied).
- Giggle Go Round – A merry go round just for little ones.
For Those Over 100cm
- Mozzi Musta – A classic carnival type rides that whirls, tilts, bucks and kicks.
- Carousel – A beautifully restored classic carousel with horses and chariots.
- Ferris Wheel – A caged type ferris wheel with great views of the Sunshine Coast and hinterlands from the top.
- Booma Zooma – A classic carousel ‘chair-o-plane’ or swing ride.
- Bombora Bounce – A mini version of a drop tower. It shoots ten metres up then bounces back down.
- Speed Stars – A real working electric car that you can race around the track with the kids.
- Bug Run – A gorgous little roller coaster made especially for little kids.
For Those Over 110cm
- Space Shaker Swinging Ship – A classic swinging ship type ride
For Those Over 120cm
- Giant Slide – Old school slide where you race down on a hessian mat. It’s 46 metres long!
- The Plunge – A log ride that twists through waterways before plunging down the big drop. Expect to get a bit wet!
For Those Over 130cm
- The Rev Shed – Classic dodgem car ride.
- The Wasp – A seated ride that goes round and round with controls to shoot yourself sideways.
- Ballroom Blitz – This is like the thrill-seeking version of the Booma Zooma.
- Dizzy Turners Retro Rocket – This is one of those classic rides that goes round and round and makes you dizzy.
- Dingo Racer – Coming soon!
- Redback – The first ride you see from the parking lot, its an outwards facing seat ride with circular rotations.
For Those Over 140cm
- SX360 – Australia’s tallest and fastest 360-degree pendulum ride. It launches 32 metres and reaches speeds of up to 80km/h.
All Heights
- Platypus Ponds Mini Golf – 18-holes of classic mini-golf with all the usual fun along the way.
- Leak’N’Logs – A water play area with tipping buckets, water jets and a mist shed.
- Professor Bogglesworth’s Illusionarium – A cool illusionarium attraction with a mirror maze that you walk through.
- Crazy Mirrors – They make you tall, short, thin or wide depending which one you stand in front of.
- Side Show Alley – Classic carnival type games like laughing clows and catch a duck.
- Roving Entertainment – Meet the Aussie World Sunshine Coast characters as they do live performances.
- Phileas’s Fun Worx – An arcade and video game fix for all ages.
- Mayhem Maze -A haunted asylum type attraction for 12 years and older.
Eating at Aussie World on the Sunshine Coast
Unfortunately, you aren’t allowed to take your own food into Aussie World on the Sunshine Coast. However, there are some great places to get a meal!
Banana Bender Pub
The Banana Bender Pub is right next door and if you head out for lunch, you will be given a bracelet to allow you to come back into Aussie World afterwards. This place is oozing with character across three levels and is super family-friendly with kids meals and high chairs for little ones.
The meals are not budget but the quality is great so you don’t feel like you’re getting ripped. I ordered a chicken parmy but could only get through half of it. It was huge!
You can also visit the pub for a meal and play a round of mini golf for an extra $10 per person without actually visiting Aussie World.
Other Food Options
The Fun Cafe is located in the Aussie World grounds and has hotdogs, burgers, salads, wraps and sandwiches. When the heat hits, an ice-creamery with Ben and Jerry scoop and toppings has you covered.
The Village is just outside of Aussie World (you will need to ask for a pass to get back in) and features Beefy’s Pies, Smoochies handmade fudge and ice-cream and a dedicated lolly shop.
Gift Shop
The gift shop at Aussie World has some surprisingly affordable options. They have a massive selection of souveneirs and soft cuddly toys. We picked up two cute beany babies for the kids and some lollies for the drive home.
Aussie World Tickets – How Much Are They?
It’s cheaper to pre-purchase the tickets online which you can get from the official Aussie World Website here.
- Children under 3 years of age are free
- Single Ticket – $44 online ($46 at gate) – 1 day pass
- Group of 4 – $158 online ($170 at gate) – 1 day pass
- Group of 5 – $198 online ($210 at gate) – 1 day pass
- Senior Pensioner – $35 online ($37 at gate) 1 day pass
The admission price includes unlimited rides and attractions. Skill games such as Side Show Alley are an additional cost as are coin operated games in Phileas’s Fun Worx.
If you are buying tickets for a particular event, like the Christmas Spectacular, make sure to get them from the Aussie World Events Page.
Aussie World Opening Hours
Aussie World on the Sunshine Coast is open Monday to Friday from 10am to 4pm but sometimes it’s open later for special themed events. You can double check their opening calendar here.
Pssst. If you’re looking for more things to do besides Aussie World on the Sunshine Coast, check out our article on the best things to do in Noosa!
