Warner Bros. Movie WorldHollywood on the Gold Coast
Stroll down the Main Street of Warner Bros. Movie World in true star style and you will discover why they call it Hollywood on the Gold Coast. Hop on board one of the major thrill rides, wander through the Looney Tunes Village and see the exciting stage shows and meet your favourite characters, including Bugs Bunny, Batman and Marilyn Monroe.
The range of eats at this park will suit everyone with restaurants galore and concession stands dotted around the park selling cool drinks, popcorn and delicious churros. Also around the park are several retail outlets and souvenir stores so you can pick up a lasting memory of your time at Movie World.
The park is open 363 days of the year and gates to the world-class rides and awesome attractions open from 9.30 am until 5.30 pm so you can get the most out of your visit.
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Biggest Collection of Thrill Rides in Australia
Prepare to embark on a thrilling adventure as you explore the extraordinary collection of rides at Movie World. From pulse-pounding roller coasters to family-friendly attractions, there's something for everyone to enjoy. And for the younger guests, they have an enchanting array of kids rides that will ignite their imagination and create unforgettable memories.
The bravest of the brave can tackle the tallest, longest and fastest hypercoaster in the Southern Hemisphere: the DC Rivals Hypercoaster. Thrillseekers take on a 1.4km track and 89 degree drop at crazy speeds of up to 115km/h from the iconic Joker head that lights up the sky.
The Batwing Spaceshot is named after the famed superhero, Batman and is one of the newer thrill rides to hit Warner Bros. Movie World. The ride will not fail to get your adrenaline pumping as it shoots you up a 60-metre tower at an express rate. Sit almost floating in the air for a few mere seconds and then plummet into a jaw-dropping freefall.
Then there's the Green Lantern Coaster - bringing you the steepest inverted drop on a rollercoaster in Australia! The gut-wrenching, heart-pounding, blood-curdling and absolute fear-inducing coaster features a 120-degree inverted drop and hits speeds of up to 66km/h.
Scooby-Doo where are you? The Scooby-Doo Spooky Coaster is like a ghost train on steroids. This family-friendly indoor rollercoaster takes you on one of the creepiest and spine-tingling rides ever created. Enter the darkened and eerie courtyard of the Spooky Castle and jump on board one of the coaster cars. Travel through the castle past ghouls, gargoyles, scary sounds, special effects and uncanny dimension trickery. The ride will keep the hairs standing on the back of your neck for days. The ride was created to coincide with the filming of the Scooby-Doo movie which was shot at the Warner Roadshow Movie World Studios on the Gold Coast. Note: As of November 2023, this ride is under scheduled maintenance and is due to reopen in 2025.
Visit the world's first theme park area dedicated to DC Super-Villains and the Doomsday Destroyer which is a gut-churning looping ride that will take you where no superhero dares to go! You will not be disappointed jumping onboard one of these world-class adventure rides.
Note: Due to the extreme nature of some of the rides there are height restrictions. This goes both ways, those who are too small can't ride but also some people who exceed a certain height can not ride either. There are also restrictions for those suffering from certain medical conditions. Please be sure to check the signage at the start of the ride to see if you can enter the ride.
Kids Fun at Warner Bros. Movie World
All aboard your transportation pod and get ready to battle as you battle aliens next to Superman and Batman family rides. The Justice League 3D - The Ride takes you an on epic battle to save the people of Earth. All the family will enjoy the Road Runner Rollercoaster as you help Wile E. Coyote chase Road Runner through the ACME Fireworks Factory. The coaster will reach a top speed of 40km/h as you sit back and chase through the Arizona Desert.
Kids will love taking over the driver's seat as they learn to drive and all about seatbelt safety as they travel on the Main Street driving course, at the Junior Driving School. The newly-opened Marvin the Martian: Cosmic Boom ride is set to excite mini thrill seekers to intergalactic proportions!
Another great attraction for the littlies is the Sylvester & Tweety Cages where you get to ride in a giant bird cage as it rotates while it climbs and falls, Speedy Gonzales' Tijuana Taxis where the kids get to zoom around in their own little taxi around a mini course, the ever-popular Looney Tunes Carousel where you get to ride your favourite Looney Tune character and the Splash Zone which is always a hit on those warm Gold Coast days.
Warner Bros. Movie World Shows & Attractions
Hollywood Stunt Driver 2 plunges you into the action-packed world of a real-life Hollywood action movie set. Here you'll see death-defying stunts, precision driving and action scenes performed by the professional cast and crew.
Visit the Roxy Theatre and sit back and enjoy Scoob! 4D Experience. Your seats tilt and mirror the dramatic events playing out on the big screen so people with medical conditions must seek advice.
Enjoy various shows throughout the park and get ready to be star-struck!
You can see Dorothy performing "Somewhere Over The Rainbow", witness a stealthy Catwoman as she liberates some precious jewels, view the action-packed Wonder Woman show, join Marilyn Monroe as she sings some of her classics and many more star-studded performances throughout the day. You may even see the Joker and Harley Quinn cause some mayhem in Gotham City! Check the show times on the app so you don't miss out.
Lunch & Dining Options - Eat like a Movie Star!
At the Main Street Deli, you can sit inside and watch the stars of the silver screen or outside and get a great view of 'Hollywood on the Gold Coast's Main Street. Here you'll be treated to gourmet sandwiches served on local artisan bread and filled with smoked in-house pastrami. If you need an espresso hit, visit the Village Bean so you can have a great coffee experience and delicious treat.
Have you got a big appetite? Then Rick's Pizzeria is the place for you! The cafe taps into the magic of Casablanca with scenes of Bogey and Bergman around the joint. The Dirty Harry Bar & Grill has a variety of bar treats like Nachos and Club Sandwiches as well as delicious alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails. You can sit back with your drink and watch Clint Eastwood star in his break-out movie.
Gotham City Cafe is the place to go for juicy prime burgers, while the Santa Fe Cantina serves up a delicious assortment of Mexican street-style burritos and nachos. For larger appetites head to the Wild West Roadhouse for burgers, hotdogs or seafood baskets.
It wouldn't be a fun day out without having a little something sweet to snack on. Sweet Treats is a mecca for sugar junkies with a range of fresh and frozen treats to delight everybody. There are lots of delicious sundaes, doughnuts galore and old-fashioned milkshakes. There's also the famed QLD pineapple float that is a favourite with park visitors.
Some of these eateries are seasonal so check on the app what is available during your visit!
Shopping at Movie World - Find Unique Souvenirs
At the Movie Memorabilia shop, you can pick out a poster, souvenir or original cartoon cel of your favourite classic Hollywood movie. There are even authentic autographed photos of movies and television stars to buy.
Visit the Warner Bros. Boutique or the Warner Bros. Department Store to pick up everything and anything you could ever want with a Warner Bros. logo on it. The Kids' WB! Toys and Gifts store has a huge selection of official Looney Tunes gifts, clothes and toys. You can also join in (for an extra fee) and try your luck at the Country Fair Fun'n'Games or the Intencity Fun'n'Games. There are heaps of great games for all ages and winners may even go home with a prize.
Visit the Charlie & The Chocolate Factory Candy Store for an incredible assortment of sweets and chocolate treats, or add a bit of style with the hair wrap and braids stall!
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We hope you're convinced that a visit to the Gold Coast won't be complete without a trip to Warner Bros. Movie World. Take a look at the affordable Movie World ticket options and exclusive offers below and enjoy your day out (or days unlimited access) at Hollywood on the Gold Coast.
Additional Info for Visitors:
OPERATING HOURS
Warner Bros. Movie World is open year-round except for Christmas Day (25 December) and Anzac Day (25 April).
Also, certain rides and attractions will not operate during inclement weather conditions. It's also a good idea to check the maintenance schedule to see if any rides or attractions will be closed during your visit.
HOW TO GET THERE
Movie World is located in Oxenford which is about a 20-25 minute drive from Surfers Paradise:
Pacific Motorway, Oxenford QLD 4210.
Get directions here.
Public Transport:
There are numerous public buses arriving and departing Movie World regularly. Check the Translink website for current timetables.
CHILDREN
Movie World is very child-friendly and as such has great facilities to cater to their needs. Parent rooms can be found in three locations, and there are a number of attractions, rides and food options that suit smaller children.
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ACCESSIBILITY
Movie World aims to provide a fun day for all regardless of any disabilities. You are encouraged to contact Guest Services on +61 7 5573 8380 or visit Guest Services upon arrival for assistance. Complimentary wheelchair hire is available though bookings are recommended. The theme park also has accessible parking, and toilets, and offers discounted admission upon presentation of a Disability Pension Card.
RESTRICTIONS
There are height restrictions on most rides, with some of the rides designed for younger children also requiring the presence of a responsible guardian. You can view the full list of ride restrictions here.
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