About Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise is the heart of the Gold Coast and continues to be one of the most popular tourist spots in Australia. Known for its beautiful beaches and breathtaking skyline, Surfers Paradise is indeed a must-see destination.
Surfers Paradise is full of restaurants, clubs, hotels and shops making it the thriving metropolis of the Gold Coast. Tourists are welcomed by locals in the thousands each year and are treated to an adventure playground. You can have an early morning dip in the surf then head beachside for a hearty breakfast. Later browse the hundreds of shops from discount outlets to boutique stores.
In the evening head to Cavill Avenue, the main strip in Surfers which boasts pubs, clubs and fine dining restaurants. Feast on dishes like succulent steak or sumptuous seafood, any number of options are available, each providing you with the fuel to take on the nightlife in Surfers Paradise.
Along the Cavill Avenue strip and surrounding streets, all within a two kilometre radius you will find a huge range of pubs and clubs from which to dance the night away. If clubs aren't for you don't despair, head to the beachfront where the street comes alive on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday nights with street markets which sell handmade items, anything from jewellery to beauty products.
Things to do in the Gold Coast
- Pacific Fair Shopping Centre
- Dreamworld
- WhiteWater World
- Skydeck
- Sea World
- Movie World
- Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
- Whale Watching
- Jetboating
- Surfing lessons
- Infinity
- Whale watching
- Wave Break Island
- South Stradbroke Island
- Jetskiing
- Kayaking
- Indoor Go Karting
- Laser Skirmish
- Metricon Stadium
- Harbour Town Premium Outlets
- Trade Secret
Gold Coast events not to miss
- Gold Coast Magic Million Horse Racing Carnival & Sales - January
- RACV Royal Pines Ladies Masters Golf Tournament - February
- Sand Safari, Australian Sand Sculpting - February
- Quicksilver/Roxy Pro - March
- Bleach Festival - March/April
- The Australian Surf Life Saving Championships - March/April
- Cooly Classic Ocean Swim - April
- Surfers Paradise Festival - April
- Gold Coast Triathlon - April
- Gold Coast Film Festival - April
- Blues on Broadbeach Music Festival - May
- Gold Coast International Marine Expo - May
- Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show - May
- Cooly Rocks On - June
- Gold Coast Airport Marathon - July
- Broadbeach Jazz Festival - August
- University Games - September
- V8 Supercards Gold Coast 600 - October