There’s no shortage of things to do while visiting Australia’s Gold Coast. No matter what your idea of fun is, there’s something on the Gold Coast to keep you entertained. While there are literally hundreds of activities that you can enjoy, here’s a list of just a few activities and tourist attractions that are guaranteed to make your trip to the Gold Coast an experience to remember.
Visit Q1
Let’s literally start from the top! Q1 is the tallest residential building in not only Australia, but the world! Visit the observation decks on the 77th and 78th level and enjoy the panoramic view of Surfer’s Paradise, Brisbane, Byron Bay, and the Pacific Ocean. The view is beautiful anytime of day or night!
Learn to surf
Catch a wave at Surfer’s Paradise. Once you come down from your high of visiting Q1, enjoy the beach below and learn to surf. Surfing lessons are available for kids and adults alike and are available as single lessons or packages.
Be thrilled at an amusement park
The Gold Coast has a variety of amusement parks. Sea World, Dreamworld, and Wet ‘n’ Wild all provide a great place to just let your hair down and go wild, Aussie style! Gold Coast amusement parks are great place for the entire family to enjoy seals, roller coasters, and water rides!
Shop ‘til you drop
Pacific Fair, Harbour Town, Oasis Shopping Center, and Chevron Renaissance are just a few of the places where you can purchase everything from fine jewelry to footwear. If shopping is your game then the Gold Coast is just the place to load up on bargains and souvenirs.
Explore the rainforest
Just a short drive from the beaches of the Gold Coast is one of the most magnificent rainforests in the world, at hinterland. The Gold Coast hinterland is comprised of several national parks and landmarks that are sure to help you escape the hustle and bustle of the big city.
Take a tour
If you can’t decide what to do or if you want to do a bunch of things, then take a tour! If you can name it, there’s a Gold Coast tour for it. Ecotours, kayaking, scuba diving, hot air ballooning, bush walking, and sailing are just some of the tours you can enjoy on your vacation or holiday.
If you are visiting Australia’s Gold Coast on a tight budget, no worries! Visit the Gold Coast Sporting Hall of Fame or City Art Gallery, enjoy the beach, visit the Regional Botanical Gardens, or enjoy the boardwalk at the Gold Coast Spit.
No matter where you visit on the Gold Coast, make sure that you have the travel insurance you need and deserve. Making sure that you are protected in case of accidental injury or loss is just as important to your vacation as having fun.
Enjoy all the golden opportunities for fun that the Gold Coast has to offer today!
