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Surfers Paradise Beach
4.5
#2 of 32 things to do in Surfers Paradise
Beaches
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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The iconic skyline and golden beaches of Surfers Paradise is the Gold Coast’s postcard image to Australia and the world. Each year, millions of visitors discover an energetic foreshore precinct boasting an incredible diversity of restaurant, cafe, shopping and fashion and nightlife experiences. Restaurants offering everything from fresh seafood to international cuisine have made Surfers Paradise a serious dining hub, while shopping centres and arcades display top labels and the best in lifestyle and beauty. Surfers Paradise contains 50% of the Gold Coast’s accommodation – everything from five-star beachfront resorts to cheerful backpacker digs – making it the perfect base from which to explore the region. Locals and visitors are kept busy with a year-round calendar of events, highlighted by free family entertainment. And fronting it all – Surfers Paradise Beach, Australia’s iconic beach and a locale that conjures up ‘paradise’ to millions. It's "Always On" in Surfers Paradise!
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Restaurants
1,021 within 5 kms
Brazilian Flame Bar and Grill
1,415
0.2 km$$ - $$$ • Brazilian • Barbecue • Grill
White Rhino Bar and Eats
662
0.4 km$$ - $$$ • Bar • Australian • Vegetarian Friendly
Betty's Burgers
1,766
0.5 km$ • Quick Bites • Fast food • Vegetarian Friendly
Stairwell Coffee
147
0.3 km$ • Quick Bites • Cafe • Australian
Seascape Restaurant and Bar
956
81 mSeafood • Healthy • Australian • Vegetarian Friendly
Steampunk Surfers Paradise
691
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Steakhouse • Bar • Pizza
Costa D'oro Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria
1,144
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Italian • Pizza • Mediterranean
House of Brews
544
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Pub
Salt Meats Cheese
641
0.4 km$$ - $$$ • Italian • Pizza • European
KooKoo Teppanyaki and Lounge Bar
355
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Japanese • Asian • Vegetarian Friendly
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Attractions
145 within 10 kms
Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets
664
28 mFlea & Street Markets
Cavill Mall
1,004
0.1 kmPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Shopping Malls
Soul Boardwalk
78
0.2 kmPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas
Paradise Centre
100
0.2 kmShopping Malls
Sling Shot Gold Coast
295
0.4 kmAmusement & Theme Parks
SkyPoint Climb
1,469
0.5 kmObservation Decks & Towers
SkyPoint Observation Deck
3,742
0.5 kmObservation Decks & Towers
TransLink
1
0.3 kmPublic Transportation Systems
Jubilee Walkway
2
0.3 kmScenic Walking Areas
Chevron Renaissance Shopping Centre
276
0.4 kmShopping Malls
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  • Dr Paul O-J
    Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia102 contributions
    Sandy excellence in a central paradise
    Image the subtle waves kissing the white sands and sea as far as the horizon. The breeze kissing your body just beckoning you into those warm waters. Blue sea enticing you to enjoy the experience. And you ready to relax in the most perfect tropical environment. This is ready for you to enjoy here at surfers paradise. Come, indulge, relax and let all worries disappear . You have earned it.
    Visited December 2022
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 13 December 2022
  • Lina
    Monaco1 contribution
    Beach
    This beach is very different from the beaches I have been to before, where I can feel a sense of comfortable experience, clean environment and white sand, which makes me very memorable. I tried surfing here, and the water temperature was comfortable. The beach was very wide and never felt crowded. We came to this beach with our family, we sunbathed and chatted here, a very relaxing feeling. I will come back here to relax next time！
    Visited May 2023
    Written 31 May 2023
  • Neil B
    Wellington, New Zealand365 contributions
    An amazing beach
    This beach is so long with lots of flagged patrol areas. We had an amazing evening swimming and watching the passing whales put on a show for us. There are shower and taps at each access and some good clean toilets at some. Top tip, if you're hanging out for a while, find an area with toilets and or a good surf club.
    Visited October 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 30 September 2023
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Dr. Lawrence
Houston, TX66 contributions
Nice Vibes
Oct. 2023 • Friends
Spent two days here and I must say I enjoy the vibes. Lots of shops and restaurants. The beach is perfect for a run or to chill.
Written 29 October 2023
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Neil B
Wellington, New Zealand365 contributions
An amazing beach
Oct. 2023 • Family
This beach is so long with lots of flagged patrol areas.

We had an amazing evening swimming and watching the passing whales put on a show for us.

There are shower and taps at each access and some good clean toilets at some.

Top tip, if you're hanging out for a while, find an area with toilets and or a good surf club.
Written 30 September 2023
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Rajiv T
New Delhi, India168 contributions
A nice beach
Jul. 2023 • Family
A very well maintained beach and was walking distance from our Apartment
With plenty of food and drink options and things to do for children it was a good experience
Written 7 July 2023
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Norm Travels
Tifton, GA369 contributions
GOOD LUCK GETTING A PARKING SPOT
May 2023
Great beach with excellent surfing .. BUT .. you need to arrive mega-MEGA-early to get a parking spot
Written 12 June 2023
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Lina
Monaco1 contribution
Beach
May 2023
This beach is very different from the beaches I have been to before, where I can feel a sense of comfortable experience, clean environment and white sand, which makes me very memorable. I tried surfing here, and the water temperature was comfortable. The beach was very wide and never felt crowded. We came to this beach with our family, we sunbathed and chatted here, a very relaxing feeling. I will come back here to relax next time！
Written 31 May 2023
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moomagic
Tauranga, New Zealand18 contributions
Family surfers paradise get away.
May 2023 • Family
They recommend travelling to the Gold Coast April to June, I would agree it was perfect in May, I would personally recommend going outside of the Australian school holidays. This means the many many theme parks are not so busy and you won’t spend all day in queues. The beach was awesome and they have markets at the beach, Wednesday, Friday and saturday evenings.
There is so very very much to do or do just a little. Once you have been you will want to go back for sure. 100% petfec5 family holiday.
Written 17 May 2023
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Thomas J M
Coolangatta, Australia13 contributions
Avoid Brisbane airport. Fly into Coolangatta Gold Coast Airport for Surfers.
Nov. 2022
The Sand is Exquisite. No other. Beach in the world like it. Not Mauritius,
Not Waimea beach North Honolulu, or Copacabana Beach Rio.

Try Sunshine Coast over Surfers, because Sunshine Coast and Noosa
especially, a more pleasant experience.
Written 9 March 2023
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Mallo_Pahanen
Helsinki, Finland616 contributions
The best sand and cleanliness 👍
Mar. 2023 • Couples
A very clean beach right next to the evening street and the hotels. The sand is super fine and kept clean. You can walk as far as the eye can see.
Written 8 March 2023
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DGV
Calgary, Canada12 contributions
Great!
Feb. 2023
Great 8.25 Km + beach walk, not crowded, good biking on walkway, afternoon market, loved it, we did it all.
Written 20 February 2023
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Shane F
3 contributions
Awesome Beach
Jan. 2023
What a great beach to spend time on and all the restaurants across the road everything so close and people all friendly and helpful
Written 5 February 2023
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