THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Gold Coast
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Things to Do in Gold Coast
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Surfers Paradise Beach, Warner Bros. Movie World, Parks, Shopping Malls. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
Surfers Paradise Beach, Warner Bros. Movie World, Parks, Shopping Malls. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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On the Waterfromper adultAU$88- fromper adultAU$179
Bus Toursfromper adultAU$119- fromper adultAU$179
On the Waterfromper adultAU$74
Full-day Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)AU$256
Food & Drinkfromper adultAU$155
Hot Air Balloon Ridesfromper adultAU$440
Attractions & Museumsfromper adultAU$29
Food & Drinkfromper adultAU$119
Pristine beach with lifeguard-patrolled areas, ideal for surfing, whale watching, and long coastal walks. Cultural events and a high-rise skyline enhance the scenic setting.
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Amusement & Theme Parks
Marine park with a range of sea life exhibits, including dolphins and sharks, alongside a mix of thrill and family-friendly rides. Features notable animal shows and conservation efforts.
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Nature & Wildlife Areas
Admission tickets from AU$65
Observation Decks & Towers
Bridge climb featuring 360-degree sunset views, a journey filled with informative commentary, and scenic photo opportunities. A thrilling climb that's a must-try for visitors and residents alike.
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Shopping Malls
Modern shopping centre with an array of high-end and budget-friendly stores, diverse dining options, and a charming outdoor area. Features spacious layout and free shuttle.
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Observation Decks & Towers
360-degree skyline views from a 77-floor elevator ride, with a breakfast buffet and a restaurant ambiance. Includes a surfing exhibition and day-long unlimited deck access.
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National Parks
Rainforest walkway with a scenic waterfall and glowworm cave, featuring easy tracks and a natural rock arch. Evening brings a spectacle with micro bats and luminescent fauna.
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Amusement & Theme Parks
Water park with a variety of slides and a bustling wave pool, highlighted by evening movies. Includes a designated junior area and relaxing spa pools.
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Factory Outlets
Idyllic beach with clean sands and crystal waters, complemented by scenic walks and quality dining. Less crowded for a tranquil swim and nearby shopping.
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What travellers are saying
- Karen P16 contributionsShort family trip with our teenage daughter. Wonderful accomodation at Peppers Soul. Large appartment style two bedroom & 2 bathrooms Ocean side on 24 floor. Staff attentive & cleaned daily. Surfers Main Beach clean & beautiful.
Local food restaurants amazingly fresh seafood. Night markets & fireworks Saturday night.
Japanese at the QT 5 ⭐️. Rick Shores in Burleigh Heads lives up to hatted restaurant standards.
We had a great break.
Thanks Peppers & GC ☀️🏖️🐚Written 15 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Catherine CCairns, Australia80 contributionsMy favourite part was the kid's section, my 4-year-old loved the decorations and enjoyed looking at all the different rides and their designs. She loved seeing Batman and loved waving at the parade. I also enjoyed the Justise league ride with the VR, the shooting was a bit off though. The Hyper coaster was fun but terrifying, not only was it super-fast but it felt as if you were lifting off your seat. The water fountain was a beautiful entrance to walk into, my 4-year-old said it was her favourite part and loved touching and placing her hands in the cool water, the rabbit was amazing. It would have been nice if the water ride of the park was open.Written 8 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Teresa L1 contributionSeaworld always a good day love the dolphins unfortunately some wheelchair accessibility falls short in some places, in the accessible toilets the floors are tiled with high shine tiles making them EXTREMELY slippery and dangerous for anyone with mobility issues or in general, the steep park entry was very hard to push a wheelchair up in and I could see no other signs to say there was alternative entry points. Also we tried to go into the little retail store at castaway Bay but could not get in due to stairs one side and the ramp side having too high a door frame to lift overWritten 25 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ximena R1 contributionThe sanctuary is a good place to go with your family or friends, my experience was amazing. They care the animals and protect them very well. You can live the experience if seeing the hospital, participate in different activities and learn a lot about environmental care.Written 4 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Doug R112 contributions
