Surfers Paradise Beach
Surfers Paradise Beach: Hours, Address, Surfers Paradise Beach Reviews: 4.5/5
Surfers Paradise Beach
Surfers Paradise Beach
4.5
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
About
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
1,095 within 5 kms

Brazilian Flame Bar and Grill
1,316
0.1 km$$ - $$$ • Steakhouse • Brazilian • Barbecue

Stairwell Coffee
145
0.3 km$ • Quick Bites • Cafe • Australian

Shiraz Persian Restaurant & Bar
1,256
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Healthy • Middle Eastern • Persian

White Rhino Bar and Eats
616
0.4 km$$ - $$$ • Bar • Australian • Vegetarian Friendly

Betty's Burgers
1,613
0.5 km$ • Quick Bites • Fast food • Vegetarian Friendly

Steampunk Surfers Paradise
648
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Steakhouse • Bar • Pizza

Seascape Restaurant and Bar
899
81 mSeafood • Healthy • Australian • Vegetarian Friendly

Costa D'oro Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria
1,095
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Italian • Pizza • Mediterranean

House of Brews
531
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Pub

KooKoo Teppanyaki and Lounge Bar
336
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Japanese • Asian • Vegetarian Friendly
Attractions
138 within 10 kms

Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets
654
28 mFlea & Street Markets

Cavill Mall
989
0.1 kmPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Shopping Malls

Soul Boardwalk
77
0.2 kmPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas

Paradise Centre
96
0.2 kmShopping Malls

Sling Shot Gold Coast
292
0.4 kmAmusement & Theme Parks

SkyPoint Climb
1,412
0.5 kmObservation Decks & Towers

SkyPoint Observation Deck
3,696
0.5 kmObservation Decks & Towers

Infinity Attraction
2,183
0.4 kmAmusement & Theme Parks • Rides & Activities

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0.3 kmPublic Transportation Systems

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0.3 kmPublic Transportation Systems
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4.5
5,942 reviews
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3,776
Very good
1,675
Average
364
Poor
70
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57
Jan A
2 contributions
May 2022
Always busy but everything nice and handy - swim between the flags, only when lifesavers are on duty
Written 22 May 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
TravellerAustralia02
Gold Coast, Australia67 contributions
May 2022
Where else can you get miles and miles and miles of beautiful beach in a beautiful town. California - No, Miami - No, Cape Town - No, Rio - No, Gold Coast - YES!
Written 6 May 2022
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AussieRicho1
Wollongong, Australia1,751 contributions
Mar. 2022 • Friends
Easy to have a swim every morning when your hotel is so close. We were at BreakFree Morrocan, so we could even see our mates on the beach from our 21st floor unit. Water was great and the sun was hot.
Written 25 March 2022
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MKKCDF
Surfers Paradise, Australia201 contributions
Mar. 2022
Travelled far and wide, but this beach is the jewel in the crown. Warm, clear water with plenty of space to swim. The white sand is clean and soft. Can't beat it.
Written 17 March 2022
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Jenny W
Melbourne, Australia50 contributions
Feb. 2022 • Couples
Every morning we walked along the beach
It’s amazing, clean sand warm water and well signed beach
Certain sections of the beach are dog free
It’s amazing, clean sand warm water and well signed beach
Certain sections of the beach are dog free
Written 21 February 2022
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Truth traveler
6 contributions
Feb. 2022
The only place to have fantastic fresh coffee, on the ground floor app the beach. friendly Staff a must visit
Written 11 February 2022
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M4verick14
Sydney, Australia35 contributions
Jan. 2022 • Couples
Amazing.
This being our first interstate trip since the dreaded C word we couldn’t have been happier.
Morning walks on the beach admiring all the cute dogs to get a coffee. Evening walks down the Esplanade listening to the waves.
Full of romance and relaxation for our little weekend away
This being our first interstate trip since the dreaded C word we couldn’t have been happier.
Morning walks on the beach admiring all the cute dogs to get a coffee. Evening walks down the Esplanade listening to the waves.
Full of romance and relaxation for our little weekend away
Written 7 February 2022
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John L
5 contributions
Jan. 2022
For a very populated and busy beach i was surprised how clean the beach was, no rubbish, plenty of room to relax and multiple flags to swim between , Showers and toilets clean
Written 31 January 2022
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Ngaire M
Creswick, Australia76 contributions
Jan. 2022
Lovely beach to relax, clean and well patrolled by lifeguards. Has a market three nights a week. Safe to walk around
Written 26 January 2022
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Belle Laurens
Brisbane, Australia8 contributions
Sep. 2021
It is a much better experience if you choose a less 'popular' beach where there will still be lifeguards but without the crowds or the drunk idiots. The Gold Coast is kind of like South-East Queensland's tacky tourist spot so, it attracts a lot of young adults who aren't necessarily the nicest age group to share your holiday with. Try Burleigh Heads, Mermaid Waters or my personal favourite (Tallebudgera Creek). Whatever you do, DO NOT go to the Gold Coast in the final week of November, typically between the 20th to 30th of November depending on when the days fall. This is 'Schoolies week' where recent high school graduates from all over Queensland gather at the Gold Coast for a week of drinking and partying.
Written 29 December 2021
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Mark Garmadon
California
Are there Saltwater Crocodiles around the Gold Coast or Surfer’s Paradise? Because I want to mainly visit there but I’m pretty scared of Crocs
John L
5 contributions
Not at all.
Audreyma
Paris, France18 contributions
Hello, thinking of coming in august. Will it be warm enough to enjoy the beach. Is it worth it to come in August ?
thank you
Visit Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise, Australia3 contributions
Hi Audreyma - You can definitely visit Surfers Paradise beach all year round and people do swim and surf year-round. It depends on how warm you like the water to be. In August, the water temperatures are at their coldest as we are in winter and will range around 19-22 degrees celsius. It's lovely to walk on the beach as we have many beautiful sunny days.
We hope that helps!
Sonali B
55 contributions
Can I go for a bike ride on that beach? I want to go from one end of that beach to other end of that beach on bike!
Visit Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise, Australia3 contributions
Hi Sonali B
The Gold Coast Oceanway is a 36km stretch of pathways from The Spit to Coolongatta and which will go along the Esplanade at Surfers Paradise. The views are amazing and will be beautiful by bicycle - enjoy!
The team at Surfers Paradise Alliance
Sonali B
55 contributions
Any stingrays on that beach?
victoriabR6368IO
Sydney, Australia423 contributions
Haven’t seen any.
The waves are pretty high, they don’t like that environment.
You can find some at Sea World though.
Not to swim with, but look, feed, take pictures.
Excursion452508
North Vancouver, Canada
We were thinking of going to Cairns instead of surfers Paradise. Which do you think has more activities to do?
Visit Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise, Australia3 contributions
Hi there Excursion452508
Definitely Surfers Paradise! There is always something on in Surfers Paradise, from great free events, The Beachfront Markets, fun family attractions, and an array of dining and accommodation options to suit all budgets. And you can't beat Surfers Paradise Beach!
We hope to see you soon.
The team at Surfers Paradise Alliance
Iseult007
Tianjin, China
Hi, is there any BBQ area around the beach?
Visit Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise, Australia3 contributions
Hi Iseult007
The closest public bbqs to Surfers Paradise Beach are at: Eileen Peters Park, Trickett Street.
Thanks
The team at Surfers Paradise Alliance
Sonali B
55 contributions
Has anyone seen a shark near that beach at day time or night time?
happyeater2001
Wodonga, Australia7 contributions
No, there are shark nets up the entire coast of this area.
born2bepink
London, UK143 contributions
Hi, I’m planning on travelling by train for a day trip from Brisbane and will be solo, are there any lockers nearby that I can rent to leave my mobile etc if I wanted to go for a swim?
Crazytraveller2
Singapore, Singapore47 contributions
There are lockers near 'go ride a wave' surf school which is next to mcDonald at surfer paradise. I believe you can use them.
TravellingKida
Gandhinagar, India22 contributions
Best daytime to hangout on surfer paradise beach??
morning or evening?
wykecliffe
Dunedin, New Zealand79 contributions
Experience all times of day, we had a week there and enjoyed every single moment from morning to dusk.
Frequently Asked Questions about Surfers Paradise Beach
- Surfers Paradise Beach is open:
- Sun - Sat 12:00 am - 11:59 pm
- We recommend booking Surfers Paradise Beach tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 7 Surfers Paradise Beach tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Surfers Paradise Beach:
- Discover Surfers Paradise (From AU$56.22)
- Aquaduck Gold Coast 1 hour City and River Tour (From AU$59.79)
- Gold Coast City Card (2 Days): Visit Unlimited Attractions (From AU$244.28)
- Full-day Springbrook National Park Tour from the Gold Coast (From AU$106.19)
- Gold Coast City Card (3 Days Card): Unlimited Attractions (From AU$295.39)
- Hotels near Surfers Paradise Beach:
- (0.05 km) Stunning Beach and Ocean views, 21Floor, Free Wifi
- (0.05 km) Villa Garfield, Surfers Paradise
- (0.06 km) Pet friendly beachside apartment in Surfers Paradise
- (0.06 km) Apartment 13204 - Level 32 2 bedrooms
- (0.06 km) A PERFECT STAY – Imperial Surf - Holiday Apartment
- Restaurants near Surfers Paradise Beach:
- (0.05 km) Malt House
- (0.05 km) Euro Sushi
- (0.05 km) Bread Top
- (0.05 km) Seafood Bar Isn't It
- (0.05 km) My Sushi