Things to do in Gold Coast

Activities, attractions and tours

Gold Coast
Coolangatta featuring general coastal views, a city and a high-rise building
Gold Coast
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Hop on Hop off - Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk + Glow Worm Caves

Hop on Hop off - Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk + Glow Worm Caves

Activity duration is 8 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$139 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Brisbane: Hot Air Balloon Flight with Vineyard Breakfast

Brisbane: Hot Air Balloon Flight with Vineyard Breakfast

Activity duration is 6 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is S$416 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Surfers Paradise: Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise

Surfers Paradise: Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
9.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$108 per adult
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Attractions

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1 Day Dreamworld Ticket

1 Day Dreamworld Ticket

Activity duration is 1 day
4.8 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Price is S$92 per adult
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Winter activities

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Gold Coast: 30 min Jet Ski Hire - No Slow Zones

Gold Coast: 30 min Jet Ski Hire - No Slow Zones

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is S$101 per traveller*
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What to do in Gold Coast

Popular places to visit

Movie World which includes rides

Warner Bros. Movie World

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Watch stunt shows, get on superhero rides, enter the Ice Age 4D Experience and take a splash in the Wild West at Australia’s theme park version of Hollywood.

Warner Bros. Movie World
Cavill Avenue showing a city, night scenes and shopping

Cavill Avenue

4/5(31 reviews)

Bustling nightlife, great shopping and a legendary surfing beach make this avenue the exciting centre of Surfer’s Paradise on the Gold Coast.

Cavill Avenue
Dreamworld which includes rides

Dreamworld

5/5(3 reviews)

Australia’s biggest amusement park features exciting themed areas with everything from tigers and thrilling rides to vintage V8 super-cars and TV characters.

Dreamworld
Sea World

Sea World

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Who doesn’t dream of staying overnight in a water park where you can see Jet Ski stunts, life-sized Nickelodeon stars, plus dolphins, sea lions and polar bears?

Sea World
Surfers Paradise Beach featuring skyline, cbd and general coastal views

Surfers Paradise Beach

4.5/5(66 reviews)

This stretch of beach is known for its regular sets of rolling waves, with high-rise hotels and bustling nightlife along the sandy shore.

Surfers Paradise Beach
Coolangatta Beach showing a coastal town, a sunset and general coastal views

Coolangatta Beach

4.5/5(38 reviews)

This city at the southern tip of the Gold Coast has some of the most pristine beaches, and clear water for swimming, fishing and diving.

Coolangatta Beach
Wet\'n\'Wild Water World which includes a water park

Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Get an adrenaline kick gliding through caves and tunnels or plunging down a giant water slide, or simply float and splash in a relaxing pool.

Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary featuring forest scenes and a river or creek

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

5/5(18 reviews)

Cuddle a koala and handfeed kangaroos at this wildlife sanctuary set in natural rainforest surrounds on Australia’s famous Gold Coast.

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Currumbin Beach

Currumbin Beach

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Currumbin Beach during your travels in Gold Coast? Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or seek out the golf courses.

Currumbin Beach

Areas of Gold Coast

Surfers Paradise featuring a city, a sunset and a beach

Surfers Paradise

Visit one of Australia’s most popular vacation spots and dive in the waves, spot humpback whales, go shopping or enjoy the fun family attractions and nightlife.

Surfers Paradise
Broadbeach showing a high-rise building, a beach and skyline

Broadbeach

Visit one of Queensland’s most popular holiday spots with sparkling beaches, scenic canals, high-rise hotels, nightclubs, festivals and modern malls.

Broadbeach
Coolangatta featuring general coastal views, a city and a high-rise building

Coolangatta

Enjoy the beaches, sip a coffee at a groovy café and enjoy the simple pleasures of an ocean-front vacation.

Coolangatta
Burleigh Beach showing tropical scenes, a beach and central business district

Burleigh Heads

Enjoy this perfect weekend getaway destination with world-class surf breaks, white sands, restaurants, bars and nature walks to suit every type of traveller.

Burleigh Heads
Main Beach showing a sandy beach, general coastal views and a city

Southport

This stretch of coast in the heart of the Gold Coast offers the perfect mix of sun-soaked beaches, wildlife encounters and leisurely shopping.

Southport
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Palm Beach

Palm Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Tallebudgera Creek and Palm Beach while in the area.

Palm Beach

 

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Roma Street Parkland featuring a garden, a river or creek and a city

Brisbane

Redland Bay

Redland Bay

Tweed Heads which includes a sandy beach

Tweed Heads

Mount Tamborine featuring tropical scenes, hiking or walking and forests

Tamborine Mountain

Frequently asked questions

Is Gold Coast worth visiting?
Known for its surfing and cafes, discovering awesome things to do in Gold Coast is simple. Don't forget to add Surfers Paradise Beach to your trip itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Gold Coast?
After you've visited leading attractions like Surfers Paradise Beach and Slingshot, spend the rest of your day discovering the food and retail options in Gold Coast.
What is the top tourist attraction in Gold Coast?
Surfers Paradise Beach is one of the top tourist attractions in Gold Coast and should be high on every to-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Gold Coast?
Three days in Gold Coast is enough to visit the city's major highlights. Many travellers spend three days on average. Surfers Paradise Beach, Broadbeach Beach and Dracula's Cabaret are among the most popular sights. Want to experience more? Stick around a while longer to visit nearby hotspots like Tweed Heads.
Is Gold Coast a walkable city?
With exciting neighbourhoods and top attractions within walking distance of the city centre, Gold Coast is a good destination to experience on foot. Wander between Surfers Paradise Beach and Broadbeach Beach. Then take a stroll around Surfers Paradise, located 2 kilometres from downtown, and Broadbeach, which is roughly 2 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Gold Coast with kids?
If you are after sights and activities for all the family, we've got some terrific ideas for what to do in Gold Coast with kids.

What to do in Gold Coast for adults?
Whether you're an avid foodie, culture enthusiast or fan of nature, there's no shortage of things to do in Gold Coast for adults including Burleigh Brewing Company and Balter Brewing Company.
Are there free things to do in Gold Coast?
One of the top ways to learn about free things to do in Gold Coast is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on hip neighbourhoods, parks and other attractions you can experience without opening your wallet. Surfers Paradise Beach is one place that doesn't have an entrance fee.