What's on in the Gold Coast

The Gold Coast's star attraction is its beaches, including the world-renowned stretch of sand at Surfers Paradise. Beyond the beaches, discover laid-back neighbourhoods, a booming culinary scene and the Gold Coast's famous theme parks. And don’t miss a trip into the subtropical hinterland for rainforest walks and waterfalls.

Visit the Gold Coast Beaches
The Gold Coast is renowned for its white sand beaches that stretch across 57 kilometres of coastline. Why don't you book a group or private surfing lesson with Get Wet Surf School

Eat like a local
The Gold Coast boasts a thriving food scene, from specialty coffee shops to boutique breweries and a slew of sophisticated restaurants to rival that of Sydney and Melbourne. Here are the goodfood's guide to where to eat and drink. 

Explore the lush hinterland
Turn away from the beach and explore the enchanting Gold Coast hinterland, with its unspoiled national park and charming mountain villages. At Lamington National Park stroll through the rainforest canopy 15 metres (49 feet) above ground at O'Reilly's Tree Top Walkway

Get your Adrenaline Fix
The Gold Coast is well renowned for its world-class theme parks. For the water lovers you have the extreme waterslides at Wet 'n' Wild or Movieworld with it's new array of rides. 

Discover the coastal neighbourhoods
Hire a bicycle at Surfers Paradise and ride 20 minutes to sophisticated Broadbeach. There are plenty of restaurants and shops here, including the major shopping centre Pacific Fair. A further 30 minutes ride south is the popular surfing spot of Burleigh Heads. 

Soar above it all
Whether the thought excites, inspires or downright terrifies you, why not marvel at the views of the Gold Coast while freefalling from 12,000 feet with Gold Coast Sky Dive. Take in the breathtaking scenery of the Gold Coast's white sandy beaches and enchanting hinterland while you glide in!