Gold Coast City Guide
A complete guide to Gold Coast City, Accommodation, Restaurants and Cafes
Famous for its sun, surf and sand, Gold Coast City stretches along 57 kilometres of coastline.
Beyond our beautiful beaches, is vast rainforest hinterland with breathtaking scenery - all a short
drive from our regional centres.
Beachfront esplanades, shopping precincts, exhilarating theme parks and relaxing restaurants.
Gold Coast
city attractions are diverse and colourful in nature. A wealth of attractions, entertainment, facilities
and services for visitors and residents to enjoy.
What's On Gold Coast
Movie World on the Gold Coast Where movie magic happens every day! As the only Australian movie
related theme park, you will experience a fun-filled, Gold Coast theme park family adventure with all the
glitz and glamour of Hollywood. Meet your favourite stars and enjoy all the behind-the-scenes action, comedy
stunts and exhilarating rides, shows and attractions!
Movie World has launched its most awesome new ride experience - Superman Escape!. It is an
unprecedented rollercoaster ride experience which travels 0 - 100 kilometres in just 2 seconds! That's not
fast - that's Superman fast!
With 760 metres of vertical climbs, weightless drops, head spinning twists and
giant G-force turns, Superman Escape completely redefines the coaster experience.
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Need For Speed It’s a race, a party, an eyeful and an earful. Champ Cars scorching through bends and screaming down the straights. The earth shaking thunder of Australia’s V8 Supercars laying it all on the line. And ninety-six hours of on and off track entertainment in one of the world’s most famous beach cities. From October 18 - 21 feel the Gold Coast fire up for another four sizzling days and nights of high octane entertainment – Lexmark Indy 300 style.
Gold Coast Things To Do • Tours and Attractions
| Gold Coast Hot Air Ballooning including Champagne Breakfast |  | Duration: 4 hrs Departs from: All Major Gold Coast Hotels, The Spit to Broadbeach, Australia
Starting from AUD $195.00 per person View a sunrise with a difference, whilst floating in a hot air balloon over the Gold Coast Hinterland. Breathe in the wide-open spaces and be amazed at the colourful spectacle of our other balloons in the morning sky. After landing, enjoy hot air balloon pack-up games followed by a hearty breakfast with champagne at O'Reilly's Grand Homestead and Boutique Vineyard. Special Offer - Receive a complimentary bottle of French Sparkling Wine per couple - BOOK NOW! | | Book Now |
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| Gold Coast Airport Arrival Transfer |  | Duration: 30 mins - 1 hour Departs from: Gold Coast, Queensland
Starting from AUD $14.00 per person The quick and convenient way to travel! You will be meet upon arrival at Gold Coast Airport and taken directly to your accommodation located on the Gold Coast - from Coolangatta to Sanctuary Cove. | | Book Now |
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| Gold Coast Airport Departure Transfer |  | Duration: 30 mins - 1 hour Departs from: Gold Coast, Queensland
Starting from AUD $14.00 per person Travel from your Gold Coast accommodation to Coolangatta (Gold Coast) Airport to meet either your Domestic or International flight. Transfer operates 7 days a week, 365 days a year for your convenience and picks up from Main Beach to Sanctuary Cove. Simply submit a booking online and the transfer will be confirmed instantly. You will be provided with a travel voucher to present to the driver upon arrival. | | Book Now |
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| Dreamworld Theme Park Gold Coast Australia |  | Duration: Varies Departs from: Gold Coast, Australia
Starting from AUD $66.00 per person Experience the endless list of attractions and shows include Imax Theatre, Flowrider, Screamworld, reality TV show Big Brother, Nickelodeon Central, several family rides catering for small children and much much more. Australia's favorite family park, Dreamworld Theme Park Gold Coast. | | Book Now |
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| WhiteWater World Theme Park Gold Coast Australia |  | Duration: Flexible Departs from: Gold Coast, Australia
Starting from AUD $42.00 per person WhiteWater World Theme Park, on the Gold Coast, delivers thrills for all ages. Woof it up on the HOTTEST water rides on the planet. We've got all four of the "world's best" water slides. Plus, there's something for the whole family with Nickelodeon's Pipeline Plunge and the toddler playground, Wiggle Bay. WhiteWater World is brought to you by Dreamworld ...so expect an action packed day! | | Book Now |
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| 2 Day World Pass - Dreamworld and WhiteWater World Gold Coast Australia |  | Duration: Flexible Departs from: Gold Coast, Australia
Starting from AUD $99.00 per person Dreamworld and WhiteWater World Theme Parks provide a one stop shop for thrills, spills and family fun. It's double the thrills and double the fun with a 2 day World Pass. And now World Pass lets you hop between Dreamworld and WhiteWater World as often as you like. Experience Dreamworld in the morning and cool off at WhiteWater World in the afternoon! The World Pass packages the best theme park experience on the coast. | | Book Now |
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| Theme Park Super Pass (Unlimited entry over 14 Days): Movie World, Sea World and Wet 'n' Wild |  | Duration: 14 days Departs from: Gold Coast, Australia
Starting from AUD $179.00 per person The 3 Park Super Pass offers unlimited entry to Sea World, Warner Bros. Movie World and the Wet 'n' Wild Water World for up to 14 days. Visit each park once, then your bonus pass becomes your ticket to unlimited fun at any of these parks, any day, for the remainder of the 14 day validity. Special Offer - Book online for guaranteed cheaper than gate prices and avoid long lines by using the "prepaid ticket only gates" at each park - BOOK NOW! | | Book Now |
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| Australian Outback Spectacular Gold Coast |  | Duration: 1.5 hours Departs from: Gold Coast, Australia
Starting from AUD $99.00 per person Discover the Outback Spirit with Australian Outback Spectacular, an evening dinner show presented by R.M.Williams, filled with outback music, drama and action! Australian Outback Spectacular, is a new attraction located between Warner Bros. Movie World and Wet 'n' Wild Water World, just 20 minutes from the heart of Surfers Paradise. Ticket price includes show, dinner, drinks and a free Stockmen's hat! | | Book Now |
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| Skip the Line: Warner Bros. Movie World Theme Park Gold Coast |  | Duration: Flexible Departs from: Gold Coast, Australia
Starting from AUD $69.00 per person Visit Warner Bros. Movie World on Australia's Gold Coast - where movie magic happens every day! As the only Australian movie related theme park, you will experience a fun-filled, Gold Coast theme park family adventure with all the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. Meet your favorite stars and enjoy all the behind-the-scenes action, comedy stunts and exhilarating rides, shows and attractions! | | Book Now |
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| Skip the Line: Wet 'n' Wild Water World Gold Coast |  | Duration: Flexible Departs from: Gold Coast, Australia
Starting from AUD $49.00 per person Visit Wet 'n' Wild Water World, Australia's premier water theme park on the Gold Coast. Enjoy all the fun and excitement of the world's latest slides, pools and attractions at the largest Australian water theme park. Experience a day of splashtacular Gold Coast theme park fun for the whole family. | | Book Now |
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| Skip the Line: Sea World Gold Coast |  | Duration: Flexible Departs from: Gold Coast, Australia
Starting from AUD $69.00 per person Visit Sea World on Australia's Gold Coast! Make contact with marine life wonders and experience a whole world of amazing rides, shows and attractions at a Gold Coast theme park favorite! More than just a theme park, Sea World is committed to educating guests about the marine environment, and playing an active role in Australian marine research and rescue. | | Book Now |
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| Gold Coast Airport and Theme Park Travel Pass |  | Duration: 30 days Departs from: Gold Coast, Australia
Starting from AUD $50.00 per person The flexible and cost effective Roo Pass combines meet and greet pick up service and return transfers to Gold Coast Airport with the choice of one up to seven theme park or attraction return transfers. You can choose from Movieworld, Dreamworld, Seaworld, Wet'n'Wild, Seaworld, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and Harbour Town. Valid for 30 days from first use of travel the Roo Pass can be utilized any day within that 30 day period. | | Book Now |
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| Extreme Jet Boat Thrill Ride on the Gold Coast |  | Duration: 45 minutes Departs from: Gold Coast, Australia
Starting from AUD $55.00 per person Prepare yourself for eXtreme eXhilaration with pure adrenaline jet boat action on the beautiful Gold Coast. Experience the full on power of the mighty V8 engine as you speed around the Broadwater performing amazing maneuvers like slides and turns, wave riding, power brake stops and awesome 360's. Its fast... Its furious... It's EXTREME! | | Book Now |
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| Glow Worm Cave and Natural Bridge Tour from Gold Coast |  | Duration: 3 hours Departs from: Gold Coast, Australia
Starting from AUD $92.00 per person Travel into the Gold Coast hinterland to view the spectacular sight of one of Australia's largest Glow Worm colonies, located within Natural Bridge Cave. Encounter some of Australia's unique nocturnal wildlife at Springbrook Plateau and gaze up at the billions of stars twinkling in the night sky. | | Book Now |
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| 2 Day Moreton Island 4WD Camping Tour |  | Duration: 2 days / 1 night Departs from: Brisbane or Gold Coast, Australia
Starting from AUD $239.00 per person Explore Moreton Island National Parks, which features 4WD access only, beautiful beaches, fresh water lakes, forests, surf swimming, snorkeling ship wrecks, sand tobogganing on the giant sand dunes and overnight camping accommodation! | | Book Now |
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Wining And Dining At Gold Coast
If you love Asian food, then you must book a table at Benihana,
The Marriot, Surfers Paradise. Sit around hotplate while your personal chef chops, dices and cooks delicious Teppanyaki just the way you like it.
The Quest Lounge Bar and Club, Broadbeach, has a reputation as one of the Gold Coast's best nighspots. And
with the live bands and entertainment on offer here, it's no wonder.
Other Places To Go Around Gold Coast
GOLD COAST HOTELS
| BreakFree Cosmopolitan Surfers Paradise |
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price guide AUD $178 per room per night
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| Situated in the very heart of Surfers Paradise, BreakFree Cosmopolitan Surfers Paradise is the ideal apartment complex for an affordable Gold Coast getaway. |
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| Breakfree Rays Southport |
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price guide AUD $180 per room per night
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| Located opposite to the Gold Coast Broadwater, the Breakfree Rays Southport provides apartments with spectacular views across the Broadwater. |
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| Islander Resort Hotel Gold Coast |
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price guide AUD $184 per room per night
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| There is nothing quite like a holiday on Australia's Gold Coast. Combine beautiful beaches, quaint hinterland towns, theme parks, shopping and adventure activities and you get an experience quite unlike any other. And where better to stay than right in the heart of Surfers Paradise at the Islander Resort Hotel. |
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| International Beach Resort Gold Coast |
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price guide AUD $188 per room per night
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| Welcome to the home by the sea in the heart of Australia's tourist destination, International Beach Resort Gold Coast. |
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| Blue Water Bay Apartments Gold Coast |
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price guide AUD $198 per room per night
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| Offering comfortable accommodation and friendly atmosphere, this hotel is an ideal place for a pleasant as well as a relaxing stay. |
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| Burleigh On The Beach Gold Coast |
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price guide AUD $198 per room per night
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| Whether it is for a weekend getaway or summer sojourn, the Burleigh on the Beach is the perfect lodging choice, while visiting Gold Coast. |
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| BreakFree Equinox Surfers Paradise |
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price guide AUD $198 per room per night
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| This property provides you all the modern facilities and conveniences that is needed for a wonderful and enjoyable vacation. |
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| BreakFree Aruba Beach |
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price guide AUD $200 per room per night
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| Stroll to the patrolled beach or laze in the beautiful tropically landscaped gardens during your stay at BreakFree Aruba Beach Resort Broadbeach. |
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| BreakFree St Tropez Surfers Paradise |
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price guide AUD $200 per room per night
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| BreakFree St Tropez Surfers Paradise is a Mediterranean style holiday resort and is perfect for a romantic getaway or those looking for social scene. |
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| BreakFree Enderley Gardens Surfers Paradise |
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price guide AUD $200 per room per night
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| Set around tropical landscaped gardens and pool area, BreakFree Enderley Gardens Surfers Paradise offer a perfect retreat for relaxation. |
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| Budds Beach Apartments Surfers Paradise |
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price guide AUD $210 per room per night
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| Featuring a beautiful location, the Budds Beach Apartments with its self-contained accommodation units is an ideal place for you to have an enjoyable stay on the Gold Coast. |
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| Quality Hotel Mermaid Waters Gold Coast |
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price guide AUD $210 per room per night
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| Enjoy the convenient location, stylish interiors and friendly service of this charming hotel. Quality Hotel Mermaid Waters is ideal for both business and leisure travellers. |
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