The 15 Best Things to do in Gold Coast

Wandering Wheatleys

Golden sands, crashing waves, and endless sunshine make Gold Coast one of Australia’s premier vacation destinations.

With so many things to see and do, you might not know where to begin. That’s why we decided to compile our list of the best things to do in Gold Coast for you.

The Gold Coast is all about the beaches, and there’s no better place to start than Surfers Paradise. This is the most iconic suburb on the Gold Coast, and we know you’re going to love spending the day at the beach here!

Hit the beach at Surfers Paradise

One of the best Gold Coast activities is surfing. And with tens of miles of coastline at your disposal, there’s no better place in Queensland for a surf vacation than here!

Surf the waves of the Gold Coast

A trip to the top of the SkyPoint Observation Deck is one of the best things to do in Gold Coast. Located 230 meters above sea level, we know you’re going to love the sweeping views over the city!

Take in the views from the SkyPoint Observation Deck

The Nerang River flows for 31 miles through the Hinterland until it reaches Gold Coast, where it empties into the Pacific Ocean by South Stradbroke Island.

Take a boat cruise along the Nerang River

The Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary was first established in 1947, and over 70 years later, it remains one of the top Gold Coast sightseeing attractions.

Learn about local wildlife at the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Known as the Humpback Highway, the Pacific Ocean off the Gold Coast becomes one of the best places in the world to spot these beautiful marine mammals in their natural habitat.

Join a Whale Watching Tour

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