Moreton Bay Tourist Guide

Your tourist guide for Moreton Bay provides you with the essential travel resources to plan your holiday!

Explore the aquatic playground and marine sanctuary that is Moreton Bay and Islands, encompassing 125 kilometres of stunning blue waters from Bribie Island in the North to the Southern Bay Islands of the Redlands. Brimming with natural wonders and home to two of the world’s largest sand islands – Moreton Island and North Stradbroke Island – this diverse paradise is famous for its white sandy beaches, rugged coastlines and array of outdoor activities. Nature lovers will be inspired to explore the assortment of habitats from the playful ocean life to the soaring sand dunes and abundant wetlands. These surroundings provide the perfect environment for all sorts of activities including sailing and cruising, snorkelling, sand tobogganing, four-wheel driving, bushwalking and much more. The many bayside villages in the area are a mere 25 kilometres from Brisbane Central Business District and provide a charming community of restaurants, cafes, a winery commanding expansive bay views, independent art galleries, museums and bayside picnic spots. For a special and unique treat, visit between June and October to see pods of whales putting on a show. This region provides the best land-based vantage points along the entire coast and is a base for the many cruises that get up close and personal with the whales.

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The following towns are located within the same region of Moreton Bay

Bulimba and Hawthorne

Greater Brisbane Country

New Farm and Teneriffe

North Stradbroke Island

Moreton Bay Tourist Information Centre

Name: Redcliffe Visitor Information Centre
Address: Redcliffe Jetty, 185 Redcliffe Parade, Redcliffe QLD 4020
Phone: (07) 3283 3577
Opening Hours: Typically 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (7 days; seasonal variations)
Type: Accredited Visitor Information Centre
Region: Moreton Bay Region / Redcliffe Peninsula / Northern Moreton Bay

This is the primary accredited VIC for the Redcliffe Peninsula and a major coastal hub for northern Moreton Bay tourism.

What Area It Caters For

1. Redcliffe Township (Primary Area)

Redcliffe Jetty & waterfront
Settlement Cove Lagoon (free family lagoon)
Redcliffe Parade dining precinct
Redcliffe Museum
Redcliffe Markets (Sundays)

2. Scarborough (Northern Peninsula)

Scarborough Beach & parklands
Scarborough Marina (boat tours, fishing charters)
Cafés, playgrounds, and foreshore walks

3. Woody Point (Southern Peninsula)

Woody Point Jetty
Gayundah Shipwreck (historic wreck site)
ANZAC memorials and coastal lookouts
Waterfront walking and cycling paths

4. Clontarf & Pelican Park

Clontarf Beach
Pelican Park (events, kite festivals, picnics)
Houghton Highway Bridge foreshore
Fishing platforms and boat ramps

5. Margate Beach

Long sandy swimming beach
Foreshore boardwalk
Local cafés and shops

6. Moreton Bay Marine Park (Major Coverage)

Dolphin, turtle, and dugong habitats
Boating, kayaking, and fishing
Marine wildlife tours
Coastal drives and scenic viewpoints

7. Deception Bay & Rothwell (Nearby Support Area)

Deception Bay foreshore
Conservation parks and wetlands
Local retail and dining precincts

8. Bribie Island & Pumicestone Passage (Extended Support)

Bongaree foreshore
Woorim surf beach
Bribie Island National Park (4WD, camping)
Marine and wildlife touring

9. Greater Moreton Bay Region

North Lakes & Mango Hill
Dayboro & Samford Valley
Caboolture Historical Village
Woodford & D’Aguilar Range touring routes

Services Provided

Local and regional maps
Brochures for Redcliffe, Scarborough, Woody Point, and Moreton Bay
Advice on beaches, foreshore parks, and marine activities
Information on walking and cycling routes
Accommodation and dining recommendations
Event information (markets, festivals, waterfront events)
Weather, tide, and safety updates
Souvenirs, local crafts, and Redcliffe‑themed merchandise

Summary

The Redcliffe Visitor Information Centre is the accredited hub for the Redcliffe Peninsula and northern Moreton Bay, supporting visitors exploring Redcliffe, Scarborough, Woody Point, Clontarf, and the surrounding marine environment. With strong local knowledge of beaches, foreshore parks, wildlife, and coastal touring, it is the key starting point for discovering the peninsula and the wider Moreton Bay region.