Brisbane Airport 1 hr 5
Gold Coast beach (13 min) Lengthy stretch of shoreline with 70 km of developed beachfront for swimming, surfing & more. Broadwater Parklands (10 min) Spacious park featuring a marine-themed water play area for kids, plus BBQ grills & walking paths. SkyPoint Observation Deck (10 min) Observation deck & cafe offering scenic views from area's highest point, plus nightlife on weekends. Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary (30 min) Native animals on display in natural surrounds, plus shows, encounters & a wildlife hospital. Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast (24 min) Expansive water park with many thrill rides, a wave pool, concessions & a surf shop. Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets (11 min) Regular, open-air night market featuring 100+ stalls, local artisans & live music performances. Surfers Paradise Beach (15 min) Legendary surfing spot with a sand beach, set against a city backdrop with entertainment & shops. HOTA, Home of the Arts (7 min) Cultural complex with facilities hosting movies, concerts & other events, plus a gallery & bar/cafe. The Star Gold Coast (10 min) Upscale hotel with restaurants, bars & gaming, plus a day spa, a theatre & poolside cabanas. Infinity Attraction (10 min) Funhouse attraction where guests encounter illusion-based special effects & music. Sea World (10 min) Oceanographic theme park with marine animals & polar bears, plus shows, rides & interactive tours. Warner Bros. Movie World (22 min) Large park with a number of thrill rides including rollercoasters and regular live stunt shows. Ripley's Believe It or Not! Surfers Paradise (9 min) Museum with kitschy oddities on display, including shrunken human heads & rare animal skeletons. Dreamworld (27 min) Sprawling amusement complex featuring themed areas, with rides, attractions and a wildlife park. Gold Coast Broadwater (8 min) Shallow estuary including a rich marine park, marinas & islands crossed by ferry services. |