Surfers Paradise Beach – The Full Guide
The iconic Gold Coast beach: 2km of golden sand, world-class surf, patrolled year-round, and the vibrant Cavill Avenue precinct. Everything you need to know.
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Gold Coast Attractions & Things to Do
All Attractions and Things to Do
Nerang National Park and State Forest
Nerang National Park (commonly referred to as Nerang State Forest) is a national park Nerang. The protected area is located 12 kilometres from Surfers Paradise on Nerang’s north-west outskirts. Nerang National Park is known for its variety of birds, trails, and views making it a popular place for mountain bike riders, bushwalkers and bird watchers. […]
Binna Burra, Lamington National Park
The Binna Burra section of Lamington National Park is packed with waterfalls, scenic lookouts, and natural beauty. The beautiful Binna Burra Lodge is also located here. You’ll find numerous walking tracks here such as Rainforest circuit……….. 1.2 km………….. 30 mins Bellbird lookout…………. 2 km…………….. 1 hr Caves circuit…………….. 5 km…………….. 1.5 hrs Tullawallal […]
Snapper Rocks
Snapper Rocks is scenic rocky outcrop at Rainbow Bay, Coolangatta. Along with the scenic coastal views that you can enjoy from the Oceanway walking track, thereRainbownboy Bay Beach on one side and Froggy Beach on the other. The area is also a hugely popular surfing spot. Getting to Snapper Rocks Via Car: there is car parking […]
The Oasis Shopping Centre
The Oasis is mid-sized mall located right in the heart of Broadbeach. It features numerous fashion stores inc. Cotton On, First Choice Fitness Centre and gym, My Fitness Club, a large Woolworths supermarket, pharmacy, newsagents, and much more. A central part of its offering is food and beverage with al-fresco style restaurants positioned along its frontage […]
Justins Park
Justins Park at Burleigh Heads is located right along the foreshore offering direct access to the beautiful Burleigh Beach, along with kids playground, public toilets, sheltered picnic tables and BBQ’s. Getting to Justins Park Via bus: take 700, 753, 754, 757, 764, 765, or 777 bus to Burleigh Heads stop. Via Car: There is car parking available along The Esplanade. […]
Walkin’ On Water Surf School
Walkin’ On Water Surf School located in Coolangatta offers group and private lessons for all ages and abilities. Walkin’ On Water Surf School Location Map
Harley Park
Haley Park at Labrador is a popular spot for its Broadwater views, spots for fishing, kids play areas and swimming lagoon. There is also a BBQ and picnic area. Getting to Harley Park Via Bus: take bus 704 or 711 to Marine Pde at Parker Street stop. Via Car: There is parking at the southern […]
Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club
The Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club features two premier championship courses being the Pines and the Palms courses. Sanctuary Cove Golf Club also offers driving ranges, practice chipping and putting green, five tennis courts, a state-of-the-art gymnasium, lap pool, sauna, and spa. There is also an on-site bar and cafe. Nearby you will […]
The Marine Village, Sanctuary Cove
Marine Village is an upmarket shopping precinct by the marina at Sanctuary Coves. Featuring cafes, restaurants and bars, speciality shops including fashion boutiques, art galleries, a chocolate shop, and the Village Theatre along with banking, medical, pharmacy and beauty services. Getting to Marine Village, Sanctuary Cove Via bus: take bus 711 to Masthead Way at […]
Pat Fagan Park
Pat Fagan Park is small but incredibly beautiful park that offers superb coastal views through to Surfers Paradise from Rainbow bay Lookout and of the beaches below. You can walk around the lower cost side track which goes around the Greenmount Hill and then along the Rainbow Bay Beach and also walk to […]
RACV Royal Pines Resort Golf Course
RACV Royal Pines Resort Golf Course is located in Benowa featuring 27 holes of championship-level golf. The 27 hole course is configured into three unique 18 hole courses for players. More than just golf, alongside is the Royal Pines Resort which features luxury hotel, restaurants, bars, wellness spa, gymnasium, event centre, and much more. […]
Pizzey Park
Pizzey Park is an open-air sports and recreation precinct in Miami, a suburb in the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. The 60-hectare (150-acre) site is owned and operated by the Gold Coast City Council. Pizzey Park has sports fields for a wide variety of sports including rugby league, rugby union, Australian Rules Football, soccer, netball, softball, and athletics along with skateboard and BMX facilities. The site also […]
Mick Schamburg Park
Mick Schamburg Park is a small park located in Miami and encompasses the headland which features a green park with BBQ, playground, amazing coastal views from its lookout, and walking tracks. Getting to Mick Schamburg Park Via Bus: take the 705 bus to Gold Coast Hwy at Miami Hotel and walk 200m Via Car: there is a […]
Pine Ridge Conservation Park
Pine Ridge Conservation Park (or Pine Ridge Regional Park) is one of the last remaining wallum banksia areas on the Gold Coast. The park is large and features a walking track, picnic tables (no toilets), and is a haven for wildlife including lace monitors, koalas, bearded dragons, sacred kingfishers, rainbow bee-eaters and fairy-wrens. Getting […]
The Star Hotel and Casino
The Star at Broadbeach is a large casino, luxury hotel, and entertainment venue. Previously known as Jupiters Hotel and Casino. Here you will find a 24hr casino, regular live entertainment and shows, several restaurants, and bars. Getting to Star Casino and Hotel Via car: Access to the carpark is via Hooker Boulevard/Nerang-Broadbeach Rd or the […]
Numinbah Section, Springbrook National Park
Numinbah is on the western side of the Springbrook plateau and whilst it lacks the marked walking tracks of the other sections it is an incredibly beautiful place for photography and a haven for many species of wildlife. Forest Park is a great spot for a barbecue or picnic. The park features wood-fired BBQ’s, shelter and running […]
Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre
The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) is located at Broadbeach and is home to regular major concerts, exhibitions, and conferences. Do keep an eye on their event calendar for upcoming shows and concerts. Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre Location Map
Surf World Gold Coast
Located in Currumbin, Surf World Gold Coast is Queensland’s only surfing museum offering an extensive collection of surfboards from the early 1930s to today. There’s much more including early surf photography, art, cinematography and other memorabilia. Surf World Gold Coast Location Map
David Fleay Wildlife Park
David Fleay Wildlife Park is located on the beautiful on Tallebudgera Creek near Burleigh Heads and you can see some of Australia’s most iconic wildlife including crocodiles, koalas, emus, brolgas, dingoes, dunnarts, bilbies and kangaroos, and even a platypus. Ticket prices for David Fleay Wildlife Park Ticket type Price Adult $23.00 Child (4 to 17 […]