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Things to Do in Gold Coast


Flights: Cheap airfare to Gold Coast (arriving in Brisbane, Australia - Brisbane Intl)

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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 4 attractions in Oxenford
Attraction type: Performance
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Sea World, Main Beach
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 3 attractions in Main Beach
Attraction type: Amusement/theme park; Nature center
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 4 attractions in Oxenford
Attraction type: Water park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 3 attractions in Broadbeach

Round-the-clock gaming action offers more than 70 table games and 1,300 slots spread over two levels.

Attraction type: Casino
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QDeck, Surfers Paradise
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 10 attractions in Surfers Paradise

QDeck takes you to the highest point above the Gold Coast for stunning 360 degree views from the surf to the hinterland and beyond. Rising 230 meters into the sky, the Observation Deck is located on levels 77 and 78 of the Q1, located beach side in Surfers Paradise. Your experience includes magnificent views, a high speed lift ride of less than 43 seconds and access to QBar. QDeck, is a Gold Coast "must see" attraction.

Attraction type: Observation deck/tower
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Aquaduck, Surfers Paradise
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 10 attractions in Surfers Paradise

Experience the Gold Coast by land and water without even leaving your seat. Your return journey will begin in the heart of Surfers Paradise, taking in the spectacular views of the Gold Coast beaches, luxury homes and terrific views on the broadwater.

Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 3 attractions in Southport
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 3 attractions in Broadbeach

Pacific Fair is the Gold Coast’s premier fashion destination with over 130 fashion stores and the Gold Coast’s only Myer department store. Pacific Fair also features Kmart, Target, Coles supermarket, a cinema complex and over 300 specialty stores and services. A Gold Coast landmark, the centre is only 5 minutes drive from Surfers Paradise, easily accessible by bus and only 5 minutes walk from Kurrawa Beach. Visit the customer service desk upon arrival to receive your Exclusive Visitor Discount Guide.

Attraction type: Shop; Town center/square/plaza
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Infinity, Surfers Paradise
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 10 attractions in Surfers Paradise

Infinity is a mind blowing 40 minute journey into 20 trippy, maze-like 'worlds of wonder' filled with special effects and illusions that go all the way to Infinity! Some environments are beautiful, others mysterious. You'll groove and dance in some while others will make you laugh and scream! Each world is a whole new experience. Infinity is a futuristic fun house and the first of its kind in the world.

Attraction type: Amusement/theme park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 4 attractions in Oxenford
Attraction type: Amusement/theme park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 3 attractions in Main Beach
Attraction type: Tour
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Paradise Spa and Bath House, Surfers Paradise
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 10 attractions in Surfers Paradise

The Paradise Day Spa is an affordable Five Star Spa specialising in Massage, Body and Beauty treatments. Unlike the majority of Day Spas, we have incorporated the bathing rituals of the ancient civilizations into our premises and are able to offer luxurious decorated bath house facilities complimentry with our treatments and services. The Bath House hot pools and hydrotherapy pools are the perfect compliment to our extensive range of detoxifying and rejuvenating treatments.

Attraction type: Spa
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Kirra Beach, Coolangatta
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 1 attractions in Coolangatta
Attraction type: Beach
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 3 attractions in Southport
Attraction type: Group tour/boat
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Couran Cove Island Resort Day Spa, South Stradbroke Island
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 1 attractions in South Stradbroke Island
Attraction type: Spa
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 10 attractions in Surfers Paradise
Attraction type: Bar/club
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 3 attractions in Main Beach
Attraction type: Spa
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 4 attractions in Oxenford
Attraction type: Farm
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 1 attractions in Parkwood
Attraction type: Golf course
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 1 attractions in Ashmore
Attraction type: Golf course
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