Surfers Paradise is the heart of Gold Coast and offers a range of activities. Start your day off right with a surfing class on Surfers Paradise Beach. Head over to SkyPoint Observation Deck for a stunning panoramic view of the coast. End your day at Cavill Avenue where you can enjoy the lively nightlife.
Spend the day in Springbrook National Park exploring the natural beauty of Gold Coast's hinterland. Take a stroll through the rainforest and see amazing waterfalls. Don't forget to capture stunning views of the coast from the Best of All Lookout.
Head to Tamborine Mountain for more natural attractions such as rainforest walks, waterfalls, and rock pools. You can also visit Cedar Creek Estate Vineyard and Winery for wine tasting and scenic views. End your day at the Glow Worm Caves at Cedar Creek Estate where you can see glow worms light up the cave ceiling.
Explore the Gold Coast hinterland and its scenic routes. Drive to the Natural Bridge rock formation and waterfall at Springbrook National Park. Continue your journey to O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat to witness its stunning bird's eye view of Lamington National Park. End the day at the award-winning Q1 Skypoint Observation Deck to see the beauty of the Gold Coast both day and night.
End your trip with a visit to the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary where you can get up close with Australian wildlife. Go to the animal hospital to see how wildlife is treated or watch the free-flight bird show. Afterwards, relax at Kirra Beach and enjoy the beautiful scenery for the rest of the day.
Gold Coast offers various transportation options. They have a reliable bus and light rail system called G:link. Taxis and Uber are also available for short distances though renting a car would be better for long distances. Estimated Transportation Cost is $300 depending on choice of transportation.
If you have more time, visit the theme parks in Gold Coast such as Dreamworld, Movie World, and Sea World. You can also take a day trip to Byron Bay in New South Wales to enjoy its beautiful beaches and natural attractions.
If you have less time, consider taking a day tour of the Gold Coast's highlights.
The Gold Coast airport (OOL) is located in Coolangatta, 25km from the city center. It serves both domestic and international flights.