• Jetski & Parasail Package for 2 in Surfers Paradise

    Jetski & Parasail Package for 2 in Surfers Paradise

    Parasail : Over 25years experience by our Parasail Skipper ( driver of the boat ) You get to relax during the Parasail while our guys do all the work but then you are the ones driving your own Jetski. 30min Jetski : The only Jetski company departing from the heart of Surfers Paradise. Our 30min…

  • Kids Only Surf Lessons at The Spit, Main Beach (Ages 6- 12)

    Kids Only Surf Lessons at The Spit, Main Beach (Ages 6- 12)

    Our Kids lesson are designed for 100% safety and fun, conducted in safe shallow water with a max 4 kids per instructor. Enjoy learning to surf at a beautiful, undeveloped local beach called The Spit, offering stunning views of the Surfers Paradise skyline in the backdrop. Your highly-qualified and experienced surf coach will provide you…

  • 2 Hour Surf Lesson At The Spit, Main Beach (Ages 14+)

    2 Hour Surf Lesson At The Spit, Main Beach (Ages 14+)

    Anyone can now experience the thrill of a surfing lesson at one of the area’s best surf schools. You’ll have fun, be safe and you won’t believe how easy it will be to get up and riding! Learning to surf  is an amazing experience and an awesome thing to do while in Surfers Paradise. This surf lesson caters to ages 12…

  • Surf Lesson on the Gold Coasts locals Favourite beach (Ages 14+)

    Surf Lesson on the Gold Coasts locals Favourite beach (Ages 14+)

    Anyone can now experience the thrill of a surfing lesson at one of the area’s best surf schools. You’ll have fun, be safe and you won’t believe how easy it will be to get up and riding! Learning to surf is an amazing experience and an awesome thing to do while in Surfers Paradise. This…

  • 2 Hour Private Surf Lesson at Surfers Paradise

    2 Hour Private Surf Lesson at Surfers Paradise

    Whether you’re an individual determined to get up on that first wave and wanting your own personal surfing experience; or even a more experienced surfer needing some feedback on your surfing technique, our 2 hour private surfing lessons give you that extra attention to detail and a dedicated coach to work with. Our lessons operate…

  • 30min Jet Ski Tour in Surfers Paradise

    30min Jet Ski Tour in Surfers Paradise

    Price is per Jetski. Select 1 traveller for 1 Jetski when booking ( however you can have up to 2 people per Jetski ) Ride alone or bring a friend as this ride is valid for up to two people and easy to ride. The ONLY Jetski River Run on the Gold Coast Price is…

  • Aquaduck Gold Coast 1 hour City and River Tour

    Aquaduck Gold Coast 1 hour City and River Tour

    1 hour Aquaduck city and river tour. Departing from the heart of Surfers Paradise, tours aboard the amphibious ‘Aquaduck’ combine an informative city-tour with a unique and exciting river-cruise. Travelling past the glitzy waterfront mansions of the rich and famous and taking in the spectacular views of the Gold Coast waterways and its famous landmarks.…

  • Gold Coast Airport Transfer: Airport OOL to Gold Coast in Luxury Van

    Gold Coast Airport Transfer: Airport OOL to Gold Coast in Luxury Van

    Your safety is our crew’s biggest priority. Before your journey even begins, your driver completely disinfects the vehicle and places free hand sanitizer in the back seat. One of our professionally-trained drivers will greet you with a name sign in the arrivals terminal of the airport, will offer to assist with luggage and guide you…

  • Learn to Surf at Coolangatta on the Gold Coast

    Learn to Surf at Coolangatta on the Gold Coast

    Enjoy an exciting 2 hour surf lesson at the famous Coolangatta Beach. Choose one of Australia’s favorite surf schools and enjoy 2-hours spent with a local expert teaching people to surf since 1987. You’ll be provided with long sleeve rash shirts in summer and wetsuits in winter with soft beginner surfboards and 2 hours of…

  • Arrival Private Transfer: Airport OOL to Gold Coast in Business Car

    Arrival Private Transfer: Airport OOL to Gold Coast in Business Car

    Your safety is our crew’s biggest priority. Before your journey even begins, your driver completely disinfects the vehicle and places free hand sanitizer in the back seat. One of our professionally-trained drivers will greet you with a name sign in the arrivals terminal of the airport, will offer to assist with luggage and guide you…

  • Gold Coast Airport Transfer: Airport OOL to Gold Coast in Luxury Van

    Gold Coast Airport Transfer: Gold Coast to Airport OOL in Luxury Van

    Your safety is our crew’s biggest priority. Before your journey even begins, your chauffeur completely disinfects the vehicle and places free hand sanitizer in the back seat. One of our professionally-trained drivers will greet you with a name sign in the reception of the hotel, will offer to assist with luggage and guide you to…

  • Departure Private Transfer: Gold Coast to Airport OOL in Luxury Van

    Departure Private Transfer: Gold Coast to Airport OOL in Luxury Van

    Your safety is our crew’s biggest priority. Before your journey even begins, your chauffeur completely disinfects the vehicle and places free hand sanitizer in the back seat. One of our professionally-trained drivers will greet you with a name sign in the reception of the hotel, will offer to assist with luggage and guide you to…

  • Gold Coast Airport Transfer: Airport OOL to Gold Coast in Luxury Car

    Gold Coast Airport Transfer: Airport OOL to Gold Coast in Luxury Car

    Your safety is our crew’s biggest priority. Before your journey even begins, your driver completely disinfects the vehicle and places free hand sanitizer in the back seat. One of our professionally-trained drivers will greet you with a name sign in the arrivals terminal of the airport, will offer to assist with luggage and guide you…

  • Arrival Transfer: Airport OOL to Gold Coast by Luxury Van

    Arrival Transfer: Airport OOL to Gold Coast by Luxury Van

    Your safety is our crew’s biggest priority. Before your journey even begins, your driver completely disinfects the vehicle and places free hand sanitizer in the back seat. One of our professionally-trained drivers will greet you with a name sign in the arrivals terminal of the airport, will offer to assist with luggage and guide you…

  • Arrival Private Transfer: Airport OOL to Gold Coast in Business Car

    Departure Private Transfer: Gold Coast to Airport OOL in Business Car

    Your safety is our crew’s biggest priority. Before your journey even begins, your chauffeur completely disinfects the vehicle and places free hand sanitizer in the back seat. One of our professionally-trained drivers will greet you with a name sign in the reception of the hotel, will offer to assist with luggage and guide you to…

  • Gold Coast Airport Transfer: Airport OOL to Gold Coast in Luxury Car

    Gold Coast Airport Transfer: Gold Coast to Airport OOL in Luxury Car

    Your safety is our crew’s biggest priority. Before your journey even begins, your chauffeur completely disinfects the vehicle and places free hand sanitizer in the back seat. One of our professionally-trained drivers will greet you with a name sign in the reception of the hotel, will offer to assist with luggage and guide you to…

  • Surfers Paradise Sunset Cruise

    Surfers Paradise Sunset Cruise

    Indulge yourself in a sunset cruise on the Gold Coast. Departing daily from Surfers Paradise and cruising the magnificent Gold Coast waterways and Surfers Paradise canals you will enjoy complimentary snacks served on board. Sit back and relax whilst taking in the spectacular sights the Gold Coast has to offer on the 1.5 hour informative…

  • Gold Coast Airport Transfer: Gold Coast to Airport OOL in Business Car

    Gold Coast Airport Transfer: Gold Coast to Airport OOL in Business Car

    Your safety is our crew’s biggest priority. Before your journey even begins, your chauffeur completely disinfects the vehicle and places free hand sanitizer in the back seat. One of our professionally-trained drivers will greet you with a name sign in the reception of the hotel, will offer to assist with luggage and guide you to…

  • Gold Coast Airport Transfer: Gold Coast to Airport OOL in Business Car

    Gold Coast Airport Transfer: Airport OOL to Gold Coast in Business Car

    Your safety is our crew’s biggest priority. Before your journey even begins, your driver completely disinfects the vehicle and places free hand sanitizer in the back seat. One of our professionally-trained drivers will greet you with a name sign in the arrivals terminal of the airport, will offer to assist with luggage and guide you…

  • 30min Gold Coast JetBlast Jet Boat Ride

    30min Gold Coast JetBlast Jet Boat Ride

    Jetboat “Express” Ride Time or budget constraints? This is the perfect jet boating option for you. • 30 minutes & 20 kilometres Jet-Blast.  Departing directly into the Broadwater at Main Beach, no time wasted in the 6knot zone! • Experience a quick repertoire of jet boat spins and slides through the Southern Broadwater around Wavebreak…

  • Gold Coast Sailing Cruise with sparkling wine & nibbles platter

    Gold Coast Sailing Cruise with sparkling wine & nibbles platter

    Sail the calm waters of the Gold Coast Broadwater on a luxury sailboat with an expert crew. Take in sights such as the Southport Yacht Club, Marina Mirage, Palazzo Versace Hotel, Wave Break Island and Surfers Paradise. Sip sparkling wine and nibble on snacks as you soak up the beauty of sailing on the Gold…

  • 55min Gold Coast Jet Boat Adventure Ride

    55min Gold Coast Jet Boat Adventure Ride

    Zoom around the waters of the Gold Coast Broadwater on a thrilling jet boat ride. As you race through the scenic waterway, your captain points out landmarks including Southport Yacht Club, The Imperial Hotel Gold Coast, Marina Mirage, Seaworld, Sovereign Island and Moreton Bay Marine Park. You might even spot wildlife such as dolphins, wallabies…

  • Gold Coast Sunset Cruise with sparkling wine & nibbles platter

    Gold Coast Sunset Cruise with sparkling wine & nibbles platter

    Enjoy a relaxing sailing experience aboard a luxury sailboat during a sunset cruise on the calm waters of the Gold Coast Broadwater. Sip on sparkling wine as you take in landmarks such as the Southport Yacht Club, Marina Mirage, Wave Break Island and Surfers Paradise. Admire the warm colors of the sunset paint the shore…

  • Southport Cemetery Paranormal Activity Tour QUEENSLAND

    Southport Cemetery Paranormal Activity Tour QUEENSLAND

    Join us on a 2 hour investigation into the ghosts of Southport Cemetery. Discover the mysterious Mr Brown found by the cemetery gates, the Coast’s most famous ghost and Victorian rituals. With the help of divining rods, KII meters and divination tools we will attempt to make contact with the ghosts of our pioneers. Southport…

  • 2 Hours Dolphin Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour on the Broadwater

    2 Hours Dolphin Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour on the Broadwater

    Experience the ultimate outdoor adventure and create cherished memories with loved ones on our unique kayaking trip. Paddle along the picturesque Broadwater, where encounters with wild dolphins are a regular occurrence—80% of the time! Immerse yourself in the underwater wonderland as you snorkel with an abundance of subtropical fish, which often come within arm’s reach.…


All about Gold Coast

When to visit

Clocking up more than 300 days of sunshine each year, the Gold Coast is an excellent beach destination year-round. Avoid the peak summer months of December through February if you don’t like crowds, as well as “Schoolies week” at the end of November when students hijack the local nightlife scene. Instead, time your visit for spring or fall when the weather is ideal for water sports, Hinterland hikes, and coastal sightseeing, or come between June and October for the whale watching season.

Getting around

The Gold Coast’s towns are well-connected by public transport, with regular G:link trams running between Main Beach, Surfers Paradise, and Broadbeach. Trains also connect to Brisbane Airport, but to reach the Southern Gold Coast or the Hinterland, you’ll need to take a bus. Download the TransLink app to plan your trip, or make the most of the fresh air and walk or bike along the 22-mile (36-kilometer) Gold Coast Oceanway promenade instead.

Traveler tips

The Gold Coast doesn’t only have ocean beaches—join locals along Currumbin Creek to fish, kayak, or stand-up paddleboard, then cool off at the Cougal Cascades swimming hole.


Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Gold Coast famous for?

The Gold Coast is famous for its long, developed beaches, top surfing spots at Surfers Paradise, shopping centers, nightlife, restaurants, and amusement parks. Popular parks include Dreamworld, Sea World, and Wet’n’Wild. Inland from the coast are the Tamborine and Lamington national parks, with popular hiking trails, viewpoints, waterfalls, and wildlife.

How many days do you need on the Gold Coast?

Spend a minimum of three days on the Gold Coast to enjoy the beaches, amusement parks, wildlife sanctuaries, and shopping and dining. With five to seven days, you can get out into the neighboring national parks for hiking, bird-watching, and wildlife spotting.

What is there to do on the Gold Coast aside from theme parks?

While the Gold Coast is famous for its amusement parks, there’s more to do. Swim or surf at the beaches, drink and dine at some of Queensland’s finest bars and restaurants, meet wildlife at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, or get active and hike in the nearby Tamborine or Lamington national parks.

What can you do for free on the Gold Coast?

It doesn’t cost anything to experience the Gold Coast’s beautiful beaches and natural areas. Try swimming and lounging on the beach, checking out the flora at the Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens, soaking in the Currumbin Rock Pools, and hiking in one or more national parks, including Lamington or Springbrook.

Where should I go for a day trip on the Gold Coast?

With just one day to spend on the Gold Coast, head for a beach. Main Beach, Surfers Paradise, Broadbeach, and Burleigh Heads are all good options. Surfers will want to check out aptly named Surfers Paradise, while hikers will enjoy the trails at Burleigh Head National Park.

Is the Gold Coast worth visiting?

Yes. The Gold Coast is worth visiting whatever your interests and preferences. Family travelers enjoy the amusement parks and wildlife attractions, lovers of the outdoors take advantage of the many surrounding national parks, and other independent travelers revel in the nightlife, shopping, dining, and multitude of beaches.