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Quick overview

  • Ticket options: General admission to Amaze World includes access to mazes, mini-golf, playground, water play, and puzzles; family and seasonal tickets are sold separately.
  • Zones & rides: Expect a large living hedge maze, timber and rope mazes, scattered puzzle stations, an 18-hole mini-golf course, plus playground and splash zone.
  • Unique experiences: Augmented reality via the park app reveals digital creatures around mazes and mini-golf; occasional Halloween nights add after-dark experiences.
  • Queues & access: Everyone enters through one gate; online tickets trim purchase time, yet brief checks and short queues remain on busy days.
  • When to book: Same-week and even same-day tickets are common; book several days ahead for school holidays, weekends, and fixed-date evening events.
  • Good to know: Most visits last 2–4 hours; it is almost entirely outdoors, with onsite parking, picnic areas, a simple café, and usually BYO food.
  • Best upgrade: If you match the defined family combination, a family ticket typically lowers per-person cost; where offered, mini-golf inclusive tickets usually beat paying for the course separately.

Choose the right ticket for your Amaze World experience

Ticket typeEntrance usedLines skippedSecurityIncludesGuide/HostWhy pick thisCancellation policyPrice fromRecommended experience

Amaze World Sunshine Coast Tickets

Main entrance gate

None

Visual bag checks

Full-day park entry with access to all mazes and puzzle areas, 18-hole mini-golf, playground, water play and AR points

None

A full day of mazes, puzzles, mini-golf, and interactive play zones—all included in one ticket for all-ages fun.

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

From AU$36

Amaze World Sunshine Coast Tickets

What to expect at Amaze World

Carousel image showing waterfall entrance at Amaze World.
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Waterfall welcome and first glimpse

You arrive in the Sunshine Coast hinterland, with the tall Dutch windmill above the trees. After a quick ticket scan, you step through the waterfall entrance into lush gardens and maze trailheads. Kids usually spot Mazey the forest trickster on signs or statues, hinting that riddles and surprises hide around every corner.

Mazes and gardens unfold

From the central courtyard, paths fan out toward the Bellingham Hedge Maze, Timber Maze, Mazey’s Mini Golf, and the nature playground. Everything sits within easy walking distance, with open lawns, puzzle stations, and shaded seating linking each zone. You can loop casually between mazes, mini-golf, and play areas without worrying about long treks or getting genuinely lost.

Tackle the hedge and timber mazes

Most people start with the Bellingham Hedge Maze, using clue sheets to navigate leafy corridors toward the central observation platform. After your lookout photo, the Timber Maze flips the challenge, its repeating wooden walls testing memory and quick decisions. Smaller challenges like the Rope Maze and brainteasers keep everyone engaged between big maze attempts, from confident kids to competitive adults.

AR creatures, puzzles, and play

Beyond the maze walls, Mazey’s Playground, giant puzzle games, and the toddler water play zone let kids climb, splash, and reset. Scattered AR markers spring to life through the Amaze World app as fairies, trolls, or dragons that react to your progress. Handy tip: download the free app before you arrive so you’re ready to scan every AR checkpoint.

Café break, windmill views, and goodbye

When energy dips, Mazey’s Café serves drinks, ice creams, and simple bites, while nearby picnic tables welcome families bringing their own food. You might squeeze in one last maze attempt or mini-golf rematch, then stroll past the gardens and windmill for a final photo. By mid-afternoon, most groups leave with pleasantly tired kids and plenty of shared puzzle stories.

Pick between Amaze World and Aussie World

Amaze WorldAussie World

Theme

Outdoor mazes, puzzles & mini-golf

Thrill-ride theme park, coasters & games

Atmosphere

Relaxed, garden-like, playful

High-energy, classic fun-park feel

Top attractions

Living hedge maze, timber maze, mini-golf

Thrill rides, coasters, game stalls

Ideal for

Families, puzzle-lovers, mixed ages

Families with older kids, teens, adrenaline fans

Character meet & greets

Forest trickster Mazey mascot

No specific characters widely promoted

Visual highlights

13 m Dutch windmill, tall hedges, gardens

Coaster tracks and ride structures

Ride types

Walk-through mazes, puzzles, mini-golf

Coasters, thrill rides, game-style attractions

Time needed

2–3 hrs; 3–4 hrs incl. mini-golf

4–6 hours; plan for a full day

Age range focus

Best for roughly 5–12 with family

Older kids, teens, thrill-seeking adults

Things to know before booking your Amaze World tickets

Booking window

  • You can buy Amaze World tickets online or at the gate, but school holidays and weekends (summer, Easter, winter, spring breaks) are noticeably busier. Hours and open days change by season, so always confirm the official opening hours calendar before locking in a date. opening hours

The big decision

  • A standard Amaze World ticket gives single-day access to the mazes, puzzles, playgrounds, and garden areas, with flexible arrival any time within opening hours. It’s usually a 2–3 hour visit; if you have under 90 minutes, it can feel rushed for the price.

  • Treat your ticket as single-entry; once you leave the park, re-entry isn’t guaranteed. If you think you’ll need to grab something from your car or step out briefly, confirm re-entry options with staff when your ticket is scanned.

Add-ons & upgrades

  • Mini-golf is a key part of Amaze World, but it’s not always bundled in the ,basic entry on every sales channel. If a round of mini-golf is a must-do, choose Amaze World tickets that explicitly include mini-golf rather than assuming it’s covered.

Transfers & logistics

  • Amaze World tickets don’t include transport, and there’s no dedicated shuttle; most visitors self-drive and park right by the entrance, so non-drivers should budget for a return taxi or rideshare from Sunshine Coast towns.

Discounts & ways to save

  • Pricing uses separate adult, child, and concession categories, with family passes (such as 2 adults plus children) usually working out cheaper per person than individual tickets. If your group fits a defined family combo, that’s typically the best-value way to book.

Policies & restrictions

  • Children under 3 enter free with a paying adult, while everyone aged 3+ needs a ticket, including supervising adults. Kids 15 and under must be accompanied in the park, so don’t plan on sending younger teens alone without checking the current supervision rules.

  • Paths are mostly outdoors on gravel, grass, and narrow maze corridors, so prams are workable, but some sections can be tough for wheelchairs or those with limited mobility. If full maze access is important, review the latest accessibility information with Amaze World before booking.

Top zones at Amaze World

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Entrance Courtyard & Waterfall Gate

Theme: Main entry hub – puzzles and orientation

Highlights:

  • Just inside the main gate and ticket office
  • Waterfall curtain entrance plus starter puzzle boards
  • Central junction leading toward the hedge maze, mini-golf, playground, and gardens
  • Tip: Handy spot to orient before everyone heads to activities.

Hedge Maze (Bellingham Maze)

Theme: Living hedge maze – navigation and riddles

Highlights:

  • Tall Lilly Pilly hedge maze close to the park’s centre
  • Central tower lookout that can be reached via one correct route
  • Clue sheets and checkpoints turn walking into a puzzle
  • Tip: Often a first stop before exploring mazes.

Timber Maze & Rope Maze

Theme: Timber mazes – short, repeatable challenges

Highlights:

  • Timber maze cluster beside the central playground area
  • Straight walls encourage quick decisions and memory-based routes
  • Adjacent rope maze uses clipped lines to follow a set path
  • Tip: Handy spot to tackle mazes between playground sessions.

Mazey’s Mini Golf

Theme: Mini-golf gardens – 18 holes with AR touches

Highlights:

  • Dedicated mini-golf area branching off main paths
  • Holes weave through garden beds with straightforward obstacles
  • AR markers on holes animate creatures in the Amaze World app
  • Tip: Tackled toward the end of a visit.

Mazey’s Playground & Water Play

Theme: Playgrounds and splash zone – for younger children

Highlights:

  • Central play area close to main mazes and seating
  • Climbing nets, low balance beams, and oversized game boards
  • Nearby shallow water-play space helps kids cool off
  • Tip: Handy regroup spot when group needs downtime.

Windmill & Garden Paths

Theme: Landmark windmill and garden walks

Highlights:

  • Dutch-style windmill overlooking the hedge maze and grounds
  • Garden paths loop past beds of subtropical plants and flowers
  • Benches and simple photo spots between main activity areas
  • Tip: Circuit for wanting a slower stroll.

Puzzle Courtyard & Picnic Lawns

Theme: Brainteaser boards and rest spaces

Highlights:

  • Central lawns with picnic tables linking mazes, playground, and mini-golf
  • Puzzle boards, giant games, and brainteasers near seating
  • Clear sightlines help adults watch kids crossing areas
  • Tip: Handy spot to keep bags and pause between activities.

Top activities at Amaze World

Ride nameZoneDescriptionThrill levelAvg. wait timeRide typeBest time to do the activity

Hedge Maze (Bellingham Maze)

Central maze area

Tall Lilly Pilly hedges hide one true path. Notice riddle checkpoints and climb the central tower for a full maze view.

Medium

5–20 min

Living hedge maze walk-through

Early morning

Timber Maze

Maze & puzzle area

A wooden-wall labyrinth where every turn looks the same. Watch how small lookout platforms reveal just enough layout to tempt you off-course.

Medium

0–10 min

Timber maze walk-through

Late morning

Mazey’s Mini Golf

Mini-golf course area

18 holes winding through gardens and props. Look for AR creatures appearing on your phone as you putt around corners and slopes.

Low

5–20 min

18-hole mini-golf course

Late morning

Rope Maze

Maze & puzzle area

Clip your rope to the posts and trace the twisting route. Notice how planning ahead avoids dead-ends that leave you hilariously tangled.

Medium

0–10 min

Rope-guided maze challenge

Late morning

Nature Playground & Water Play

Playground & water play area

Climbing nets, balance beams, and a shallow splash zone. Watch kids swap puzzles for full-body play under shade sails and gentle fountains.

Low

0–5 min

Nature playground & splash zone

Afternoon

Augmented Reality Adventures

Park-wide

Use the app to reveal fairies, trolls, and dragons. Scan markers in mazes and gardens as digital characters blend with real hedges and paths.

Low

0–5 min

AR scavenger-hunt experience

Throughout the day

Iconic Windmill & Gardens

Garden paths near windmill

Stroll garden paths beneath the restored Dutch windmill. Notice quirky statues, butterflies, and blooms that frame easy family photo spots.

Low

0–5 min

Scenic garden & photo lookout

Late afternoon

Interactive Puzzle Stations

Shaded puzzle nooks

Oversized brainteasers and tile puzzles in shady spots. Observe which logic tricks your group fastest while everyone takes a walking break.

Low

0–5 min

Outdoor puzzle & brainteaser set

Midday / early afternoon

Things to do at Amaze World

Discover AR adventures around the park

Use the free Amaze World app to reveal AR fairies, trolls, and dragons as you explore mazes and gardens. It turns every corner into a little digital treasure hunt. Pro tip: Install it over Wi‑Fi beforehand and keep one phone fully charged for kids.

Let kids loose in the playground and water play

Let kids burn energy at Mazey’s playground with climbing nets and giant puzzle games, then cool off in the toddler-friendly water play area on warm days. Adults can supervise comfortably from shaded seating. Pro tip: Pack swimwear and a towel so kids can splash without soaking their clothes.

Tackle giant puzzles and brainteasers together

Test your brain on oversized wooden puzzles, tile challenges, and brainteaser boards scattered around the park, perfect for quieter breaks between maze runs. They’re great for friendly family competitions. Pro tip: Try them as a timed family challenge and let kids pick the next puzzle.

Eat, picnic, and browse puzzle souvenirs

Grab coffee, ice creams, and simple lunches at Mazey’s Café, or enjoy your own picnic, then browse the small gift kiosk for puzzle toys to take home. It’s easy to stretch your visit without rushing. Pro tip: Bringing snacks or sandwiches helps keep costs down for bigger families.

Stroll the gardens and snap windmill photos

Wander the subtropical gardens, Dutch windmill, waterfall entrance, and fairy-tale statues for exploring and photos among hedges, flowers, butterflies, and birds. It’s a calm counterpoint to the maze challenges. Pro tip: Ask someone to snap a group photo under the windmill sails.

Join seasonal nights and holiday events

Look out for special event days, especially the Halloween Trick-or-Treat night with spooky decor, trick-or-treat stations, and limited-capacity evening maze time. Pro tip: Tickets are separate and popular, so secure spots early in the season.

Visiting Amaze World with kids?

Worried if the mazes will suit little legs and short attention spans? Amaze World is set up with families in mind, so you can mix puzzles with proper playtime.

  • Mazey’s Playground & water play: Climbing nets, balance beams, giant Connect Four, plus a toddler-friendly splash zone with fountains and shade.
  • Age-flexible challenges: Hedge maze clue sheets, timber and rope mazes, and oversized brainteasers keep primary-aged kids and tweens engaged.
  • Mini-golf that feels like a game, not a sport: An 18‑hole course with gentle obstacles and AR creatures via the Amaze World app.
  • Easy breaks when they’re tired: Shaded seating beside the playground, picnic tables across the gardens, and Mazey’s Café for drinks and ice creams.
  • Prams and gear: Many paths are pram-friendly, and stroller rentals are available if you don’t bring your own.

You get a few hours where kids can roam, puzzle, splash, and burn energy—without you feeling stressed.

What’s new at Amaze World

Halloween trick or treat night

This after-dark Halloween Trick-or-Treat night transforms the mazes every 31 October. Recent editions feature limited-capacity evening entry, costumed staff, and candy stations around the hedges, with 2025’s event selling out. If you’ll be on the Sunshine Coast in late October, time your visit here.

Augmented reality maze adventures

Rolled out with the park’s 2022 transformation, the augmented reality adventures layer digital fairies, trolls, and dragons onto real hedges and mini golf holes via the Amaze World app. It turns winter and spring visits into interactive treasure hunts. Download the app and visit soon.

Mazey’s playground and water play

Opened in late 2021, Mazey’s nature playground and toddler-friendly water play area added climbing nets, balance challenges, and a shallow splash zone. It’s become a go-to cool-down spot in Queensland’s hot summers. Pack swimmers for the kids and plan a sunny-day visit.

Restored Dutch windmill evenings

The iconic 13‑meter Dutch windmill overlooking the mazes was fully restored during the 2022 upgrade, with fresh paint, spinning blades, and illumination on select event evenings. It now anchors sunset photos and night events. Drop by around golden hour for the view.

Plan your visit to Amaze World

  • Standard hours: 10am – 4pm (daily)
  • School holiday hours: 9:30am – 4:30pm (extended hours during QLD school holidays)
  • Operating days: Open daily, with seasonal variations possible
  • Note: Hours may change for special events or weather conditions, so check the official schedule before visiting.
  • Typical pattern: Daytime access covers all outdoor mazes, puzzles, and activity zones during operating hours, with entry allowed anytime within the posted window.
  • Seasonal variations & closures: Some weekdays or off-peak periods may have reduced operating days or shorter hours depending on demand and season.
  • Special event timings: Occasional themed or night events (such as seasonal celebrations) follow separate, event-specific opening hours.
  • Weather conditions: As an outdoor attraction, operations may be affected by heavy rain, storms, or extreme heat, with some activities adjusted for safety.
  • Flexible entry: Visitors can typically arrive at any time within operating hours and explore at their own pace once inside.

• Cooler hours: Aim for morning or late afternoon to avoid the strongest midday sun in the mazes.
• Quieter days: Weekdays during school terms are usually calmer than weekends and Queensland school holiday periods.
• Lower seasons: February, May, August, and November tend to see lighter overall crowds at the park.
• Peak periods: Expect busier paths and short waits around Easter, winter, and summer school holidays.

• Address: Amaze World, 274 Tanawha Tourist Drive, Tanawha QLD 4556, Australia. View on Google Maps.
• Setting: The park sits in the Sunshine Coast hinterland, about a 20-minute drive inland from Mooloolaba.
• Orientation: It is just off Sunshine Motorway near the Tanawha exit, signposted along Tanawha Tourist Drive.

  • By car: Drive via Sunshine Motorway, take the Tanawha Tourist Drive exit, then follow Amaze World signs to the car park.
  • From Sunshine Coast Airport: Allow around 20 minutes by car or taxi from Maroochydore Airport, depending on traffic conditions.
  • By taxi or rideshare: Taxis and rideshares can drop you directly at the entrance; pre-book return trips in peak periods.
  • By bus plus taxi: Translink bus services to Buderim or Glenmount areas require an additional taxi; walking from stops takes 40+ minutes.
  • Restrooms: Toilets, including family-friendly facilities, are available near the entrance and around the main activity areas.
  • Baby and toddler support: Baby-changing facilities and a toddler-friendly water play zone help families, though water play may close in bad weather.
  • Play spaces: A nature playground with climbing structures and balance elements lets kids burn energy between maze sessions.
  • Lockers: There are no on-site lockers, so visitors should pack light or leave non-essentials in vehicles.
  • Strollers: Stroller hire is available for toddlers, while most families also bring their own prams into the park.
  • Food and drinks: Mazey’s Café sells drinks, ice creams, and simple snacks, and many guests also bring picnics.
  • Picnic areas: Shaded picnic tables and grassy lawns provide spots to rest, eat, and watch the playground or puzzles.
  • Wi‑Fi and app: Wi‑Fi is available near the entrance so visitors can download or use the Amaze World AR app.
  • Gift kiosk and parties: A small gift counter and reserved party areas support birthday celebrations and puzzle-themed events.
  • Approach: Wheelchair users and pram users can access the park via a mostly flat, step-free path from the car park.
  • Surfaces: Paths inside are a mix of gravel, grass, and paved areas, which can be challenging for some mobility devices.
  • Mazes: People using wheelchairs or larger prams may find certain maze corridors narrow or uneven and may skip some sections.
  • Facilities: Accessible restrooms are available, and staff can advise on easier routes around the mazes and gardens.
  • Sensory considerations: Mazes are intentionally disorienting, which may be uncomfortable for visitors who experience anxiety in confusing spaces.
  • Planning support: Guests with specific accessibility needs are encouraged to contact Amaze World ahead of time for current information. 
  • Security checks: Staff may visually inspect bags at entry and can refuse large suitcases, glass, alcohol, or unsafe items.
  • Supervision: Children 15 and under must stay under adult supervision at all times, including inside the mazes and play areas.
  • Food and picnics: Bringing your own food is generally permitted in picnic areas, but avoid glass containers and check any posted signs.
  • Smoking: Smoking and vaping are only allowed in any clearly signed outdoor smoking areas, in line with local regulations.
  • Photography: Personal photos and videos are welcome; commercial shoots should be arranged directly with Amaze World in advance.
  • Dress and footwear: Comfortable outdoor clothing and closed-toe shoes are strongly recommended for gravel paths, mini-golf, and maze surfaces.
  • Water play use: Children using the water play area should wear swimwear or a change of clothes and be supervised closely.
  • Re-entry: Same-day re-entry is not clearly advertised, so confirm your options with staff before leaving the park.

Tips & guidelines

  • Head straight to the main Hedge Maze first; families often crowd Mazey’s Playground and café for the initial hour.
  • Tackle the Timber Maze right after the hedge; its repetitive wooden corridors feel tougher once everyone’s hot and mentally tired.
  • Schedule Mazey’s Mini Golf for late morning or lunch; mini-golf queues usually shrink while crowds eat at Mazey’s Café.
  • Use the shaded picnic tables beside Mazey’s Playground as your base; rotate kids between climbing, water play, and snack breaks.
  • Download the Amaze World app at the entrance; AR markers in mazes and Mazey’s Mini Golf keep kids engaged longer.
  • Start clue sheets near the Hedge Maze entrance, not mid-maze; pausing to read riddles in narrow corridors slows everyone behind you.
  • For visitors using wheelchairs or prams, prioritise wider garden paths, puzzle lawns, and Mazey’s Playground; staff can suggest gentler maze sections.
  • When attention dips mid-afternoon, switch to puzzle boards near Mazey’s Café; they’re shaded and quieter, helping everyone recharge without leaving the park.
  • Use the Dutch windmill as your landmark; from its base, you can quickly reorient and choose the nearest maze or activity.

Frequently asked questions about Amaze World tickets

Most visitors book a standard 1-day ticket, which covers all mazes, puzzles, and play areas. Some tickets also bundle one round of mini-golf or offer family pricing. Special-event tickets, like Halloween nights, are separate and only valid for that event.