12 Breweries on the Sunshine Coast Worth Visiting
The Sunshine Coast has built a solid craft beer scene across its suburbs, from Maroochydore's cluster of breweries to the brewing spots dotted through Noosa and beyond. Whether you're after a brewery tour, a relaxed tasting room, or exploring what local brewers have on tap, here are the venues worth your time.
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Breweries Maroochydore1. Tipsy Tours Sunshine Coast
Based in Maroochydore, this is your go-to if you want a guided brewery experience rather than just dropping into a taproom solo.
View venue5.0(1,399)· Google71Spot ScoreGreat2
Breweries Noosa Heads2. Heads of Noosa Brewing Co.
Located in Noosa Heads, a natural stop if you're already exploring the beachside precinct and want to see what the local brewers are producing.
View venue4.9(373)· Google66Spot ScoreWorth a Look3
Breweries Coolum Beach3. Coolum Beer Company
Situated in Coolum Beach, worth the drive if you're heading that way and keen to support a smaller brewery operation.
View venue4.9(252)· Google65Spot ScoreWorth a Look4
Breweries Eumundi4. Matso's Sunshine Coast Brewery
In Eumundi, a good option if you're visiting the hinterland markets and want to pair it with a brewery visit.
View venue4.6(771)· Google64Spot ScoreWorth a Look5
Breweries Noosa Heads5. Seabourne Distillery
Also in Noosa Heads, this one broadens the scope beyond beer if you're interested in spirits alongside or instead of brewed options.
View venue5.0(130)· Google64Spot ScoreWorth a Look6
Breweries Noosaville6. Land & Sea - Noosa Brewing Company
Located in Noosaville, a waterside brewery location that works well if you're spending time around the Noosa River area.
View venue4.6(564)· Google64Spot ScoreWorth a Look7
Pubs Noosa Heads7. Noosa Hinterland Brewing Co.
In Noosa Heads and also tagged as a pub, this venue bridges brewery and traditional hospitality if you want food alongside your drink.
View venue4.8(179)· Google62Spot ScoreWorth a Look8
Breweries Maroochydore8. 10 Toes Brewery
A Maroochydore brewery offering another choice in what's become the central hub for the Sunshine Coast's beer venues.
View venue4.7(191)· Google62Spot ScoreWorth a Look9
Breweries Maroochydore9. Sunshine Brewery
Also Maroochydore-based, adding to the cluster if you want to hit multiple venues in one area.
View venue4.8(144)· Google62Spot ScoreWorth a Look10
Breweries Maroochydore10. Young Giants Brewing Company
Another Maroochydore spot, useful if you're planning a brewery crawl through the central beach precinct.
View venue5.0(95)· Google62Spot ScoreWorth a Look11
Breweries Maroochydore11. Sunshine Coast Craft Beer Tours
Based in Maroochydore and similar to Tipsy Tours, this is an organised tour option if you'd prefer a structured brewery experience.
View venue4.9(119)· Google62Spot ScoreWorth a Look12
Breweries Noosa Heads12. Boiling Pot Brewing Co
In Noosa Heads, rounding out the northern beachside brewery options.
View venue4.7(181)· Google61Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tipsy Tours Sunshine Coast | 71/100 | 5.0(1,399) | — | Maroochydore | — |
| Heads of Noosa Brewing Co. | 66/100 | 4.9(373) | — | Noosa Heads | — |
| Coolum Beer Company | 65/100 | 4.9(252) | — | Coolum Beach | — |
| Matso's Sunshine Coast Brewery | 64/100 | 4.6(771) | — | Eumundi | — |
| Seabourne Distillery | 64/100 | 5.0(130) | — | Noosa Heads | — |
| Land & Sea - Noosa Brewing Company | 64/100 | 4.6(564) | — | Noosaville | — |
| Noosa Hinterland Brewing Co. | 62/100 | 4.8(179) | — | Noosa Heads | — |
| 10 Toes Brewery | 62/100 | 4.7(191) | — | Maroochydore | — |
| Sunshine Brewery | 62/100 | 4.8(144) | — | Maroochydore | — |
| Young Giants Brewing Company | 62/100 | 5.0(95) | — | Maroochydore | — |
| Sunshine Coast Craft Beer Tours | 62/100 | 4.9(119) | — | Maroochydore | — |
| Boiling Pot Brewing Co | 61/100 | 4.7(181) | — | Noosa Heads | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which area has the most breweries?+
Maroochydore has six breweries and brewery tour operators, making it the main cluster on the Sunshine Coast.
Are there brewery tours available?+
Yes. Tipsy Tours Sunshine Coast and Sunshine Coast Craft Beer Tours both operate guided brewery experiences from Maroochydore.
Can I get food at these venues?+
Noosa Hinterland Brewing Co. is also tagged as a pub, suggesting food service. For the others, you'd need to check directly as this information isn't confirmed in the directory data.
Is there a brewery near Noosa?+
Yes, there are five breweries and related venues in and around Noosa Heads and Noosaville, including Heads of Noosa Brewing Co., Seabourne Distillery, Noosa Hinterland Brewing Co., Boiling Pot Brewing Co., and Land & Sea - Noosa Brewing Company.
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