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Gold Coast

Queensland

About

Australia’s iconic coastal playground, the Gold Coast is renowned for its golden beaches, vibrant nightlife, lush hinterland, and world-class theme parks. Stretching along 57 km of pristine coastline, the city blends urban sophistication with a laid-back surf culture, making it a top destination for both adventure seekers and families.

Seasons
Hot and humid with temps averaging 21–28°C. Afternoon thunderstorms are common.
Mild and sunny, perfect for beach days and hinterland hikes.
Dry, sunny, and crisp with temps ranging 11–21°C. Popular season for whale watching.
Warm and breezy, ideal for outdoor events and surf season.

Popular Gold Coast destinations

Best of All Lookout
Canungra
Cavill Avenue
Cavill Lane
Coombabah Lakelands
Curtis Falls
Gold Coast Broadwater
Kamarun Lookout
Lamington National Park
Main Beach
Mount Tamborine
Natural Bridge
O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat
O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyards
Purling Brook Falls
Scenic Rim
Sea World
Skypoint (Q1)
Springbrook National Park
Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise Esplanade
Tamborine Mountain
Tamborine Mountain Gallery Walk
Tamborine Village
The Spit Gold Coast
Wave Break Island
Wave Break Island Reef
Gold Coast

Top ways to explore Gold Coast

Guided Tour
1 hour Aquaduck Gold Coast - 1hr Tour
4.8

From AU$49.00 per person

Guided Tour
8 hours Tastes of Tamborine Mountain Tour
4.9

From AU$206.00 per person

Guided Tour
7 hours Lamington National Park, O'Reilly's & Vineyard Tour
4.9

From AU$110.00 per person

Guided Tour
3.5 hours Evening Rainforest & Glow Worm Experience - Southern Cross Tours
4.9

From AU$100.00 per person

Guided Tour
5 hours Natural Bridge & Springbrook Waterfalls Tour
4.9

From AU$100.00 per person

Guided Tour
6 hours Kangaroos and Mountain Views
4.9

From AU$100.00 per person

Top things to do in Gold Coast

Top Rated
2 hours Tandem Skydive
4.9

From AU$525.00 per person

Top Rated
Valid 365 days SkyPoint Observation Deck 1-Day Family Entry Ticket
4.5

From AUD 85 per person

Top Rated
Valid 365 days SkyPoint Observation Deck 1-Day Entry Ticket
4.5

From AUD 34 per person

Top Rated
Valid 365 days WhiteWater World Gold Coast 1-Day Entry Ticket
4.3

From AUD 79 per person

Top Rated
Valid 365 days Dreamworld Gold Coast 1-Day Entry Ticket
4.4

From AUD 109 per person

Top Rated
30 minutes Infinity Admission Resellers
4.3

From AU$19.90 per person

Top Rated
1 hr 45 mins iFLY Basic
4.8

From AU$99.00 per person

Top Rated
4 hours Gold Coast Snorkelling or Observer
4.8

From AU$79.00 per person

Best ways to experience Gold Coast

Adrenaline Rush 9 experiences
4.9 ★
Cruises 8 experiences
4.8 ★
Water Sports 8 experiences
4.8 ★
Rainforest Tours 6 experiences
4.9 ★
Culture & Heritage 5 experiences
4.8 ★
Theme Parks 5 experiences
4.4 ★
Whale Watching 1 experience
5 ★

Traveller favourites in Gold Coast

Popular
2 hours Tandem Skydive
4.9

From AU$525.00 per person

Popular
Valid 365 days SkyPoint Observation Deck 1-Day Family Entry Ticket
4.5

From AUD 85 per person

Popular
Valid 365 days SkyPoint Observation Deck 1-Day Entry Ticket
4.5

From AUD 34 per person

Popular
Valid 365 days Dreamworld Gold Coast 1-Day Entry Ticket
4.4

From AUD 109 per person

Popular
30 minutes Infinity Admission Resellers
4.3

From AU$19.90 per person

Popular
1 hr 45 mins iFLY Basic
4.8

From AU$99.00 per person

Popular
1 hr 15 mins 60 Minute Gold Coast Jet Boat Adventure Ride
4.9

From AU$63.00 per person

Popular
55 minutes 40 minute Gold Coast Jet Blast Jetboat Ride
4.9

From AU$46.00 per person

Make memories with family in Gold Coast

Family Friendly
Valid 365 days SkyPoint Observation Deck 1-Day Family Entry Ticket
4.5

From AUD 85 per person

Family Friendly
Valid 365 days SkyPoint Observation Deck 1-Day Entry Ticket
4.5

From AUD 34 per person

Family Friendly
Valid 365 days WhiteWater World Gold Coast 1-Day Entry Ticket
4.3

From AUD 79 per person

Family Friendly
Valid 365 days Dreamworld Gold Coast 1-Day Entry Ticket
4.4

From AUD 109 per person

Family Friendly
30 minutes Infinity Admission Resellers
4.3

From AU$19.90 per person

Family Friendly
2.5 hours 2.5hr Whale Watching Cruise
5

From AU$88.00 per person

Family Friendly
1 hour Aquaduck Gold Coast - 1hr Tour
4.8

From AU$49.00 per person

Family Friendly
8 hours Tastes of Tamborine Mountain Tour
4.9

From AU$206.00 per person

Gold Coast combo experiences

Combo Deals
Valid 365 days Dreamworld + SkyPoint 3-Day Entry Ticket
4.4

From AUD 159 per person

Combo Deals
Valid 365 days Dreamworld + WhiteWater World + SkyPoint 2-Day Entry Ticket
4.4

From AUD 149 per person

Combo Deals
Valid 365 days Dreamworld + SkyPoint 2-Day Entry Ticket
4.4

From AUD 129 per person

Combo Deals
2 hours 40min Jet Blast Ride & 5min Helicopter
4.9

From AU$124.00 per person

Combo Deals
8 hours Aquaduck + Hot Air Balloon Combo - Save up to $108 PLUS free Hot Air Balloon photos
4.8

From AU$397.00 per person

Combo Deals
5 hours Balloon Flight & Jet Boat Combo
4.9

From AU$397.00 per person

Combo Deals
24 hours Natural Bridge Springbrook Tour + Hot Air Balloon Combo - Save up to $50 PLUS free Hot Air Balloon photos
4.9

From AU$452.00 per person

Combo Deals
3 hours Aquaduck + Paradise Jet Boating 60 mins Adventure Ride
4.8

From AU$103.00 per person

Go beyond Gold Coast

Sydney 20 experiences
4.8 ★
Sydney Harbour Bridge 12 experiences
4.8 ★
Sydney Opera House 10 experiences
4.9 ★
Blue Mountain 3 experiences
4.7 ★
Darling Harbour 3 experiences
4.6 ★
Sydney Harbour 3 experiences
4.6 ★
Kangaroo Point Cliffs Park 2 experiences
4.9 ★
New Farm Park 2 experiences
4.9 ★
Royal Botanic Garden Sydney 2 experiences
4.9 ★