What to do in Long Island

Activities, attractions and tours

Spent 5 days doing nothing on this remote island, part of the Whitsundays. Perfect for anyone who wants peace and quiet with access to hiking trails, beaches and the most beautiful sunset!
Molle Islands National Park showing a waterfall, a pond and a park
Molle Islands National Park which includes marine life and zoo animals as well as an individual femail
Molle Islands National Park showing marine life
Daydream Island which includes marine life

Long Island Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Long Island has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Long Island, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Long Island with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Long Island

Long Island is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Long Island, and make it a breeze to explore Long Island and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Long Island to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Long Island, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Long Island.

Long Island attractions

Long Island has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Long Island to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Long Island.

Looking for things to do in Long Island can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Long Island or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Long Island attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!

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Top places to visit

1. Whitehaven Beach

Subtropical Whitehaven Beach on Whitsunday Island is the most famous beach in Queensland and consistently ranks high among the most beautiful beaches in the world. Stroll along the beach, dive in for a swim and let the beauty of the beach rub off on you.
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Whitehaven Beach which includes landscape views, general coastal views and a beach

2. Catseye Beach

Catseye Beach is a perfect crescent of sand overlooking the royal-blue reefs and forested mountains of Whitsunday Island, making it a popular backdrop for weddings. Regarded as one of Hamilton Island’s premier beach destinations, Catseye Beach is a convenient and scenic spot to spend the day soaking up the sun’s rays or exploring the magnificent shoreline. Swim in the shallows, paddle along the coastline in a kayak, skipper a catamaran or grab your snorkel and mask and discover the picturesque shores of Catseye Beach.
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Catseye Beach showing sailing and a sandy beach as well as a small group of people

3. Airlie Beach Lagoon

Airlie Beach Lagoon is a safe and relaxing swimming spot in the heart of the township, where you can play and swim in the clear waters and enjoy the pretty tropical surroundings. Known affectionately to visitors and locals as “the lagoon,” this sheltered man-made pool has been a favored meeting place since 2001 and combines elements of a natural lagoon to create an enticing and secure environment to unwind.
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Airlie Beach Lagoon showing a pool, tropical scenes and swimming

4. Port of Airlie

Boasting year-round warm weather, subtropical waters, shops, restaurants and accommodations, the Port of Airlie can be seen as a destination in itself, although most visitors come here to take a trip out to the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef.
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Port of Airlie which includes a bay or harbour

5. Hamilton Island Marina

The Hamilton Island Marina is a convenient place to launch your voyage into the breathtaking Whitsunday Islands or stopover for a relaxing stay in a waterfront villa. With spacious berths for yachts and super yachts, the marina is fitted out with state-of-the-art facilities and professional boat care specialists. Alternatively, jump on board one of the passenger ferries or charter tours that depart from the Hamilton Island Marina to explore Airlie Beach, Whitehaven Beach, the Great Barrier Reef or the Whitsunday Islands.
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Hamilton Island Marina showing a bay or harbour, landscape views and boating

6. Coral Sea Marina

With its elegant waterfront village and unbeatable yachting facilities, Abell Point Marina is the premier marina destination in the Whitsunday region. The marina offers a welcoming berth to cruising and boating visitors, as well as a chic spot for callers from Airlie Beach to enjoy the fantastic cafés and restaurants. Begin your boating adventure around some of the Whitsundays’ 74 islands or embark on a trip bound for the Great Barrier Reef from this state-of-the-art marina. Alternatively, recharge in the cozy seaside town of Airlie Beach with Abell Point Marina as your base.
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Abell Point Marina showing a sunset, sailing and boating

Recommended things to do in Long Island

Number of things to do
92
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia
Private Airlie Beach Tuk-Tuk Tours: £16
Top 5 things to do
Half-day tours
With kids

What to do in Long Island

Popular places to visit

Vincentia, Jervis Bay, South Coast, New South Wales, Australia. Sandy beach with white sand and crystal clear turquoise water.

Palm Bay Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Palm Bay Beach during your travels in Whitsundays? Discover the sunrises in this relaxing area.

Palm Bay Beach
Whitehaven Beach showing tropical scenes, general coastal views and a sandy beach

Whitehaven Beach

Stroll along this famous beach on Whitsunday Island to experience its dazzling white sands and gently lapping waters in different hues of blue and green.

Whitehaven Beach
Catseye Beach showing sailing and a sandy beach as well as a small group of people

Catseye Beach

Swim, stroll, try exciting watersports or simply recline under the shade of palm trees and enjoy the views from one of Hamilton Island’s main beaches.

Catseye Beach
Hamilton Island Marina showing a bay or harbour, landscape views and boating

Hamilton Island Marina

Cruise in for a visit or begin your boating adventure in the Great Barrier Reef from this world-class marina and make use of its fantastic facilities and great dining.

Hamilton Island Marina
Daydream Island showing marine life and zoo animals as well as a small group of people

Daydream Island Living Reef

Explore the great outdoors at Daydream Island Living Reef and enjoy the spectacular coral reefs during your trip to Whitsundays. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Daydream Island Living Reef
WILD LIFE Hamilton Island showing cuddly or friendly animals and zoo animals

Hamilton Island Wildlife

Rise early and have breakfast with the koalas in this compact Australian wildlife park in the stunning Whitsunday Island region of Queensland.

Hamilton Island Wildlife
Sailed to the beautiful Whitsunday Island on a Yacht, and hiked to this summit for a spectacular view of Hill Inlet. The colours and patterns in the water change with the movement of the tide before your eyes - best to go during low tide.

Whitsunday Islands National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Whitsunday Islands National Park, a lovely green space in Whitsundays.

Whitsunday Islands National Park
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Hill Inlet

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hill Inlet during your travels in Whitsundays.

Hill Inlet
Daydream Beach showing general coastal views and a beach

Daydream Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Daydream Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Whitsundays. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Daydream Beach

 

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Day trip destinations from Long Island

Conway National Park featuring forest scenes

Cape Conway

Whitehaven Beach which includes tropical scenes and general coastal views

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