Map of Queensland – Cities, Regions & Location Guide

Map of Queensland – Cities, Regions & Location Guide

This page provides a map of Queensland with a clear reference to major cities, regions and geographic features. It is designed for education, travel planning and general reference use.

Queensland is Australia’s second-largest state and is known for its long coastline, tropical north and major population centres in the southeast.

Quick Answer:

Queensland is located in northeastern Australia, bordered by New South Wales, Northern Territory and South Australia, with a coastline along the Coral Sea. Major cities include Brisbane, Gold Coast and Cairns.

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Tip: This map shows Queensland’s full land area including coastal regions, inland towns and state borders.

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This map highlights Queensland’s geographic position, major population areas and coastline along the Coral Sea.

Where Is Queensland Located?

Queensland is a state in northeastern Australia. It is Australia’s second-largest state by land area and features a long tropical and subtropical coastline.

  • North: Torres Strait, Papua New Guinea
  • East: Coral Sea (Pacific Ocean)
  • South: New South Wales
  • West: Northern Territory, South Australia

Major Cities & Towns in Queensland

  • Brisbane — state capital
  • Gold Coast
  • Sunshine Coast
  • Townsville
  • Cairns
  • Toowoomba
  • Mackay
  • Rockhampton
  • Bundaberg
  • Hervey Bay

Queensland Regions (Common Groupings)

Queensland is often described using broad regions rather than formal administrative divisions.

  • South East Queensland: Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Ipswich
  • Wide Bay–Burnett: Bundaberg, Hervey Bay, Maryborough
  • Central Queensland: Rockhampton, Gladstone, Emerald
  • Mackay–Whitsunday: Mackay, Airlie Beach
  • Northern Queensland: Townsville, Mount Isa
  • Far North Queensland: Cairns, Cape York

Key Geographic Features

  • Great Barrier Reef — world’s largest coral reef system
  • Cape York Peninsula — northernmost point of mainland Australia
  • Channel Country — inland river systems and floodplains
  • Queensland Outback — arid interior regions

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Queensland Map FAQs

  • Where is Queensland located?
    Queensland is located in northeastern Australia.
  • What is the capital of Queensland?
    Brisbane is the capital city.
  • What are the main regions of Queensland?
    Major regions include South East Queensland, Central Queensland, Wide Bay–Burnett and Far North Queensland.

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