Gold Coast

This is the coast with the most!
Queensland’s Gold Coast is glamorous and relaxing to some, adventurous and active to others, but no one could contest that its 70 kilometres of beaches are the drawcard!

The Gold Coast has 70 kilometres of coast and 446 kilometres of canals and rivers. This is Australia’s largest expanse of calm water, and you can swim and surf safely all year at 35 patrolled beaches.

The Gold Coast has 3,500 shops, open seven days a week! Beachside retailers and huge shopping centres stock colourful fashions and gifts, and 20 markets flourish on the beachfront and hinterland.

Fantasy, thrills, action rides, daring stunts, live shows and fun for all ages – this is the Gold Coast, home to the best themed attractions in the southern hemisphere.

The action starts at Sea World, the spectacular marine zoological park. Amazing dolphin and sea-lion shows and daredevil skiing stunts keep audiences on the edge of their seats. Take a ride into the mysterious Bermuda Triangle or brave the thrilling Corkscrew Roller Coaster or Wave Breaker.

Hollywood comes alive at Warner Bros Movieworld. See real movies being made, enjoy stunt shows and experience virtual reality. Don’t miss the Batman Adventure, Lethal Weapon and Wild Wild West Adventure rides.

Enter through the impressive gates of Dreamworld for fun and intrigue. View Bengal tigers, ride the rapids in a hollowed-out log, catch a movie on a seven-storey screen or take a

chance on the fastest, tallest thrill rides in the world: the Tower of Terror and the Giant Drop. Drop in to the Big Brother house where the hit TV series was made. Or take a ride on a genuine steam train and alight to cuddle a koala.

The Gold Coast has long held its reputation as a top family destination. Themed attractions and safe, clean beaches are ideal for children, and wildlife sanctuaries offer simple delights for all ages.

A premier spot for fun, the Gold Coast has something happening all year-round. Leading events include the Magic Millions horse races and the Honda Indy 300. Major surfing, marathon, Iron Men and Women events draw the crowds to the streets and bring the coast alive with fever. For a different flavour, the Gold Coast Food and Wine Festival and other gourmet weekends offer vibrant social gatherings while you try out the best of the coast’s chefs.