Queensland is Australia's second-largest state, stretching from the subtropical southeast to the tropical north, encompassing the Great Barrier Reef, ancient rainforests, and over 7,000 kilometres of coastline. Known as the Sunshine State, it offers world-class diving, golden beaches, vibrant cities, and extraordinary wildlife experiences.
Top food tours
Guided experiences that show you Queensland through its food.
Brisbane Gourmet Walking Tour
A guided 3.5-hour gourmet walking tour of Brisbane's most celebrated food precincts, visiting James Street deli and providores, South Bank restaurant precinct, and the West End multicultural food strip. Tastings of at least 8 local products included.
Includes: James Street providores · South Bank eateries · West End ethnic cuisine · Local produce tastings · Coffee education
Rusty's Markets Tropical Fruit Tour, Cairns
A guided tour of Cairns' legendary Rusty's Markets with a focus on the extraordinary range of tropical fruits grown in Far North Queensland, including rambutan, jackfruit, black sapote, Davidson plum, and dozens of mango varieties. Includes generous tastings.
Includes: 30+ tropical fruit varieties · Fresh produce tastings · Local grower introductions · Cooking suggestions · Artisan products
Noosa Food and Wine Experience
A full-day food and wine experience in the Noosa hinterland visiting artisan cheesemakers, winery cellar doors, macadamia farms, and organic produce growers in the Sunshine Coast hinterland, ending with a long lunch at an award-winning hinterland restaurant.
Includes: Artisan cheese tasting · Cellar door wine tasting · Macadamia farm · Long hinterland lunch · Small group max 8
Brisbane Craft Beer Tour
A guided evening tour of Brisbane's thriving craft brewery scene, visiting Felons Brewing Co at Howard Smith Wharves, Fortitude Brewing, and Green Beacon Brewing, with behind-the-scenes brewery access and beer tasting sessions.
Includes: Felons Brewing Co · Fortitude Brewing · Behind-scenes access · Guided tastings · Brisbane River views
Gold Coast Seafood and Dining Experience
A guided food tour of the Gold Coast's Burleigh Heads food precinct, visiting the best seafood restaurants, artisan producers, and craft breweries that have made Burleigh one of Australia's most exciting food destinations.
Includes: Burleigh Heads seafood · Artisan bakeries · Burleigh Brewing · Queensland seafood tastings · Meet local chefs
Atherton Tablelands Farm to Table Tour
An immersive full-day tour of the Atherton Tablelands visiting a working dairy farm, tropical fruit orchard, coffee plantation, and macadamia grove, followed by a long lunch showcasing the region's outstanding produce.
Includes: Dairy farm visit · Coffee plantation tasting · Tropical fruit orchard · Macadamia harvest · Long farm lunch
Bush Tucker and Aboriginal Food Experience
A guided bush tucker walk with Kuku Yalanji Aboriginal guides in the Mossman Gorge, learning about traditional rainforest plants used for food and medicine. Includes a tasting of native ingredients including lemon myrtle, river weed, and native ginger.
Includes: Aboriginal guided walk · Bush tucker tastings · Native food plant education · Kuku Yalanji culture · Mossman Gorge rainforest
Cairns Waterfront Dining Experience
A curated dining experience at Cairns' best waterfront restaurants, featuring a 4-course menu of tropical Queensland seafood including freshly caught barramundi, mud crab, and coral trout with tropical fruit desserts.
Includes: Barramundi · Mud crab · Tropical fruit desserts · Esplanade waterfront · Chef introduction
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Foodie tips
Get more out of every meal.
Book tours and cooking classes at least a few days in advance — small-group experiences sell out quickly.
Come hungry — most food tours include 5-8 tastings.
Bring cash for unscheduled stops the guide may recommend.