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The Gold Coast is Australia's holiday capital, home to a fantastic range of attractions, beautiful beaches, shopping, dining, major events and more! Browse through GoldCoastAustralia.com for a stack of information on where to stay and how to play. Search availability and book accommodation online, view our list of things to do on the Gold Coast (including some great FREE things to do), book tours, theme park tickets and attractions, read through our destination guides and find handy info like weather and public transport information to help you make your way around during your stay.


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When you've just come off a long flight the last thing you want is a long hotel transfer. Fortunately there is a great deal of accommodation only a short drive away from the Gold Coast Airport. Coolangatta is also known for it's great surf, excellent dining, as well as some of the Gold Coast's biggest events including Cooly Rocks On.

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The original & still the best. Surfers Paradise is home to iconic accommodation Q1, Hilton Hotel, Marriott Resort & Spa and more apartment buildings and accommodation providers than any other city on the Gold Coast. With this much choice, you're bound to find a place in Surfers to suit your holiday needs.

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Restaurant capital of the Gold Coast, Broadbeach has a wide range of beachfront accommodation and some of the newest, coolest high-rise buildings including Peppers Broadbeach and The Wave. There are also plenty of cheaper low-rise apartments a few blocks back from the ocean. Wherever you choose to stay you'll be walking distance from all the action.

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A paradise for surfers and families, Burleigh Heads has one of the most amazing national parks and beaches in the country right on the headland. Enjoy brilliant bushwalks and lots of holiday bargains, not to mention some great exclusive restaurants and fun cafes. Burleigh is where you will find some of the best fish'n'chips on the Gold Coast!

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World Heritage-listed mountain rainforests less than an hours drive from the beach. Marvel at ancient forests, magnificent views and waterfalls, and play in the clouds in what they call 'the green behind the gold'. With an array of accommodation options, from bed and breakfasts and villas to tree houses and castles, you'll forget the busy city and ocean is only a short drive away.

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The boutique hub of Gold Coast glamour, Main Beach has 5-star accommodation galore, all within walking distance to Marina Mirage, Sea World, and the luxurious restaurants & boutiques along Teddar Avenue. Stay at Imperial Hotel Gold Coast, Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort or Sea World Resort, or if you're on a budget, try a beachside motel.

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Things to do and seeOn the Gold Coast, Queensland

Gold Coast Hinterland - Things To Do

The Hinterland

The Hinterland is a beautiful green backdrop to the golden sands and offers visitors a myriad of activities to enjoy. Stay in quaint B&Bs, join a winery tour, explore the many natural wonders and bunker down for a good cup of tea (or pint) at one of the many scenic restaurants, cafes and pubs. Enjoy a change of pace with tranquil mountain views.

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Gold Coast Tourist Attractions & Activities

Tourist Attractions

The Gold Coast is a dedicated tourist town so there's plenty of fun stuff to do to keep you entertained! Experience the latest arena show at Australian Outback Spectacular, see the uninterrupted views from Q1, or hand-feed some native animals at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. Check out our list of the best tourist attractions.

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Gold Coast Theme Parks | Deals & Discount Passes

Theme Parks

The Gold Coast's major theme parks come in all shapes and sizes and whether you like death-defying roller coasters, petting furry animals, spectacular water slides, or just looking to entertain the kids (and yourself), you've hit the jackpot! Read our guide on what to expect and how to plan your day. Plus, get awesome deals on theme park passes!

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Free Things to Do on the Gold Coast

Free Things to Do

If you're looking for a budget holiday, there's plenty of free stuff to do on the Gold Coast. There's the beach of course, major events like Blues on Broadbeach, you can browse through art galleries and local markets, check out the scenic views from lookouts or trek through rainforests. 

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Gold Coast Beaches

Beaches

The Gold Coast has more than 70km of fantastic beaches, and while Surfers Paradise might be our most famous beach, you'll find Currumbin Beach, Burleigh Heads, Greenmount and Broadbeach are not to be missed. Take a picnic with you and set up for the day!

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Gold Coast Sightseeing Cruises

Gold Coast Cruises

Home to over 400km of canals and rivers, plus world-class beaches, the Gold Coast is a boaties paradise! Choose from a wide range of cruise options including dinner cruises, island adventures with snorkelling, whale watching and even jet boating. Book a cruise online and save!

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Gold Coast Tours & Activities

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Things To Do In Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise

With the Pacific Ocean on one side, the deep blue Nerang River on the other, and more shops, restaurants, high-rise resorts and attractions squeezed in between than probably any other peninsula on earth - Surfers Paradise is the undisputed tourist capital of Australia. Surfers is known amongst locals to be THE place to go for a night out, with the majority of the Gold Coast's nightclubs, bars and pubs located in and around Orchid and Cavill Avenues.

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Broadbeach: Things to do, Restaurants & Map

Broadbeach

Broadbeach is home to many accommodation providers, entertainment venues, attractions and shopping making it one of the Gold Coast's top spots for family fun in the sun. With its wide, white sand, lifeguard patrolled beach, fronted by kid-friendly parks, Broadbeach provides safe, family fun. Broadbeach is also home to a thriving nightlife, with major venues like The Star Gold Coast, the GCCEC and one of the Coast's premier dining strips.

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Main Beach Attractions & Guide

Main Beach

This unique village is only minutes north of Surfers and is widely regarded as the most sought-after location in Queensland. Main Beach allows you to simultaneously bask in a lifestyle of relaxed beachside living whilst being in the hub of high-end shopping and dining. Visit Mariners Cove for a myriad of different tours and cruises, head south to Tedder Ave for one of the Coast's best restaurant strips or simply laze about on the wide stretch of beaches.

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Gold Coast Hinterland & Mount Tamborine

Gold Coast Hinterland

South East QLD's best-kept secret is this picturesque mountain rainforest region. The Gold Coast Hinterland and Scenic Rim, the region around Tamborine Mountain and the beautiful Lamington National Park, all part of the Border Ranges. View our comprehensive guide with our top picks for rainforest accommodation, National Parks, the best scenic drives, bushwalking trails, natural attractions, wineries, hinterland tours & more!

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Burleigh Heads & Tallebudgera Valley

Burleigh & Tallebudgera

Renowned for its surf break, Burleigh Heads is a beachfront alternative to the more touristy suburbs of the Gold Coast. Burleigh’s headland, known to locals as ‘The Point’ is a favourite spot for weekend barbecues with great surfing off the shore, room for cricket and plenty of barbecue facilities. Tallebudgera is home to many water-based activities. Pack your gear for swimming, fishing, boating, water skiing, windsurfing or canoeing.

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Southern Gold Coast

Southern Gold Coast

The southern Gold Coast area is a beautiful place for tourists and locals alike, bringing the golden beaches and the lush, green hinterland together with more of a relaxed feel compared to the northern end of the Coast. Resting on the NSW border, the Southern Gold Coast encompasses the village townships of Coolangatta, Kirra, Bilinga, Tugun, Rainbow Bay and Tweed. Enjoy the laid back lifestyle that is slowly starting to attract international visitors.

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