16 Best Things to Do in Montville |

Are you looking for the best things to do in Montville?

Montville is a small rural town in the hinterlands of the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, Australia. Though it is small, there are plenty of fun things to do in Montville.

Located about 90 minutes north of Brisbane, Montville is a popular place for a day trip. Maleny can easily be combined with a trip to Montville, and the two towns can easily be enjoyed on a weekend holiday or even longer.

We have visited both Maleny and Montville together and separately. While I have only ever been there on day trips, I would love to spend a weekend relaxing, exploring the XXXX, wandering the shops, and enjoying the delicious restaurants in Montville.

Keep reading to find the best things to do in Montville.

Things to Do in Montville

Shop the Boutiques

Main Street in Montville is filled with boutiques, specialty shops, art galleries, and cafes.

A few fun shops to browse include The Dressing Room, Jellyfish 1770, and Chic & Sassy Boutique.

Take a Wood Carving Workshop

Montville Woods is a shop filled with beautiful wood-carved items, and you can take a workshop to learn how to make your own. All of the items in Montville Woods were carved by Australian Woodworkers.

The wood carving workshops at Montville Woods are suitable for beginners and must be booked in advance.

Go to Chocolate School

Have you ever wanted to go to Chocolate School?

It is possible at Chocolate Country in Montville. Small group classes include learning techniques you can do at home, and you get to take home the chocolate that you make during the 2 or 4-hour workshop.

Currently, Introduction to Chocolate Making (2-hour workshop) and Truffles and Tempering (4-hour workshop) are available workshops at Chocolate Country.

Chocolate Country has plenty of delicious options in stock for those who wish to visit the store but are unable to take a workshop.

Admire the Art

Montville is known for its art galleries, which include Montville Art Gallery, Ben Messina Landscapes Gallery, Artworks in Clay, Tina Cooper Glass, and Illume Creations.

View the Smallest Oil Painting in the World

At Montville Art Gallery, you can find the smallest oil painting in the world, a beautiful painting on the tip of a matchstick.

Check out the Cuckoo Clocks

Montville Clock Shop has lots of cuckoo clocks that are fun to see, in addition to their regular clocks, German souvenirs, and Christmas items.

Enjoy the View

Montville Queensland — The view from The Edge restaurant in Montville, Queensland

Montville is located in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, and there are gorgeous mountain views. The Edge restaurant offers a fantastic view, and you don’t have to eat there to enjoy the view. The view can be seen from nearby shops and Mayfield Patisserie and Chocolate Cafe.

Take a Tour

For those who aren’t staying in Montville and don’t have a car, or those who wish to easily explore a few Hinterland towns on the Sunshine Coast, there are plenty of day tours available.

Staying in Noosa or Mooloolaba? Join the Sunshine Coast Hinterland Rainforest, Views, and Montville Day Tour. This tour includes free time in Montville Village, lunch by Lake Baroon, and a guided tour of the Ginger Factory.

Visitors staying along the coast on the Sunshine Coast from Noosaville to Mooloolaba can take the Sunshine Coast Scenic Food & Wine Tour. In addition to a 2-course lunch, wine tasting, and a chocolate platter, guests will have time to explore Maleny and Montville.

Combine a visit to Montville with the Eumundi Markets and Noosa beaches on the Sunshine Coast Hinterland and Noosa Small Group Tour. This tour includes a trip to the Ginger Factory.

Those who want to spend time in nature as well as in the small towns on the Sunshine Coast hinterland can join in on the Sunshine Coast Hinterland Tour. This tour includes exploring the rainforest, swimming at a waterfall, and exploring the cute towns nearby.

Would you rather take a private tour of Maleny and Montville? The Noosa, Maleny, and Montville Artisan Village Private Tour includes bushwalking, a waterfall, chocolate tasting, wine tasting, and time in Montville village.

Explore Kondalilla National Park

Hike the Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk or take a shorter hike and enjoy the waterfalls, rockpools, and viewing areas at Kondalilla National Park in Montville.

The Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk is a 58.8-kilometer hike done over 4 days with 3 camping site locations. Other options include day hikes with holiday house accommodations.

Go Wine Tasting at Flame Hill Vineyard

Flame Hill Vineyard has a restaurant open for lunch daily and breakfast on Sundays. Wine tastings are available daily.

You can even stay at one of the 1, 2, or 3-bedroom cottages at Flame Hill Vineyard.

Visit Baroon Pocket Dam

Located at Lake Baroon, the Baroon Pocket Dam has beautiful views and a variety of activities nearby. In addition to the car park, toilets, and picnic tables, there are areas to go swimming and hiking near the Baroon Pocket Dam as well as a playground.

Eat Delicious Homemade Fudge

Head to Fudgyboombahs, a handmade fudge shop in Montville.

Unique options include apple pie fudge, bubblegum fudge, and Vegemite fudge. Of course, there are traditional fudge options as well. A variety of lollies are also available at Fudgyboombahs.

Take Time to Enjoy an Afternoon Tea or Coffee

While there are a lot of things to do in Montville, it is best explored slowly. Take the time to relax and sip an afternoon tea or coffee, and enjoy one of the many treats Montville has to offer. Options include:

Enjoy a Spa Treatment

Head to a day spa in Montville for a relaxing few hours. One great option is the Spa Anise Day Spa at Spicers Clovelly Estate.

Head to the Market

The Montville Growers and Makers Market is held on the 2nd Saturday of each month. There is a pancake breakfast at the market with both sweet and savory pancake options.

Russel Family Park

Right behind the shops on Main Street in Montville, there is a fun playground for the kids. Russel Family Park has walking trails, lakes, picnic spots, and a playground.

Combine your trip to Montville with a trip to Maleny, another adorable town in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland with plenty of fun things to do.

Where to Eat in Montville

The Edge

For a meal in Montville with a gorgeous view, check out The Edge, open daily for breakfast and lunch. The Edge has plenty of options for breakfast, lunch, and dessert, plus they have a kids’ menu. Vegan and gluten-free options are available at The Edge.

Waffle-On Stroopwafels

Open for breakfast and lunch, Waffle-On Stroopwafels is a Dutch cafe serving croquettes, sausages, sandwiches, and of course, waffles. The waffles at Waffle-On Stroopwafels come with a large variety of toppings.

Montville Cafe Bar and Grill

Open for lunch and dinner daily, the Montville Cafe Bar and Grill is a great option on Main Street in Montville. Indoor and outdoor seating is available, and there is entertainment on the weekends. Vegan and gluten-free options are available at Montville Cafe Bar and Grill.

The Long Apron

Those looking for a fancier option can make a booking at The Long Apron, a French restaurant located at Spicers Clovelly Estate in Montville. Depending on the day, The Long Apron is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, plus picnic hampers are available.

Accommodations in Montville

Spicers Clovelly Estate, 5 Stars

A luxury hotel on the Sunshine Coast, Spicers Clovelly Estate is just 5 minutes from Montville Village. Spicers Clovelly Estate has a swimming pool, spa, and restaurant. Their rooms are suites with up to 3 bedrooms, sleeping up to 6 guests.

Secrets on the Lake, 4 Stars

Stay in a bungalow or tree house overlooking Lake Baroon at Secrets on the Lake. The rooms at Secrets on the Lake are single to 3-bedroom treehouse apartments that sleep up to 6 guests. Breakfast in the room is included, and there is a restaurant at Secrets on the Lake in Montville.

Narrow Escapes Rainforest Retreat, 4 Stars

With the option to stay in a villa with a private pool, Narrow Escapes Rainforest Retreat offers the perfect escape on the Sunshine Coast. Narrow Escapes Rainforest Retreat is for adults only. Guests receive a breakfast hamper and can enjoy the spa and beautiful surroundings.

Montville Country Cabins, 3 Stars

Just a 5-minute drive from Montville Village, Montville Country Cabins offers a self-contained cottage that sleeps up to 4 guests. Guests are given a breakfast hamper on arrival.

Kondalilla Eco Resort, 3 Stars

Surrounded by the rainforest, Kondalilla Eco Resort is just 5 minutes away from the center of Montville. The accommodations at Kondalilla Eco Resort include cabins, family rooms, and tree houses, and sleep up to 6 guests. There are 2 swimming pools and a restaurant at the eco-resort.

Montville FAQ

Is Montville worth visiting?

Yes, I can say without a doubt that Montville is worth visiting. Montville is a charming town that is fun to wander in on a day trip or explore on a weekend.

What are the top attractions in Montville?

Kondalilla Falls in Kondalilla National Park is one of the top attractions in Montville. Montville is also known for its art galleries.

Montville Wrap Up

If you have the chance, spend a day or weekend in Montville, a cute town on the Sunshine Coast hinterland.

Montville has something for everyone. From nature to shopping to spas to workshops, all ages will enjoy their time in this small town.

Perfect for a romantic getaway, a girls’ weekend, or a day with family, Montville is a great escape from the city.

16 Best Things to Do in Montville