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Gold Coast Holiday Packages
Places to Visit in Gold Coast
It can be enjoyable to just stroll around the streets when you're somewhere new, but sometimes it's sensible to have a plan. Grab your schedule — we have loads of excellent ideas for your impending Gold Coast holiday.
Of course, if you're planning to visit Gold Coast, we probably don't have to mention Sea World. This remarkable attraction is unmissable!
Want to get to know this city a bit better? Then make sure you fit in a day trip to the Star Gold Coast and Surfers Paradise Beach.
If amusement parks are your idea of a day well spent, you're in luck! No matter if you're up for a good thrill or you prefer a gentler pace, Slingshot has the perfect ride for you. There's a fabulous range of things to do in this destination. With its flickering lights and booming machines, Timezone is a lively, stimulating place to spend an afternoon. Have a shot at pinball or simply enjoy watching the young ones try and choose which game to play first! Still got some time to spare? Want to get face to face with somebody famous? Rub shoulders with unsettlingly realistic figures at Wax Museum. It's almost as thrilling as the real thing!
Popular Activities for your Gold Coast Holiday
Life is either a bold adventure or nothing at all, so why not embark on some new and memorable experiences?
This place has a huge range of activities on offer. Here are some suggestions to jump start your trip to Gold Coast:
- Half-Day Dolphin Kayaking & Stradbroke Island Tour
- Gold Coast Whale Watching & Canal Cruise
- Shared Shuttle: Gold Coast - Theme Parks
- Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon Flight with Champagne Breakfast
- Gold Coast Skydive
- Morning Tea River Cruise
If you'd like to check out all the activities on offer, go to our Gold Coast things to do page.
Gold Coast Accommodation
Before you travel to Gold Coast, lock in a nice bed via Expedia. You'll have no less than 303 accommodation to select from — your next luxury getaway or cheap holiday awaits!
Upscale options such as the Palazzo Versace (94 Seaworld Dr) and the Peppers Soul Surfers Paradise (8 The Esplanade) are bound to bring a smile to the most discerning guests. Alternatively, if you're travelling on a budget, the Broadwater Tourist Park (169 Marine Parade) and the Chidori Court (1 Cronin Ave) might hit the right note.
Nearest Airports to Gold Coast
Brisbane Airport (BNE) is located 45 miles (72 km) northwest of the heart of Gold Coast. Collect your bags, slide into a taxi and get this adventure started!
*Savings based on all holiday package bookings with Flight + Hotel on Expedia.com from January through December 2017, as compared to price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages. For Free Flight or 100% Off Flight deals, package savings is greater than or equal to the current cost of one component, when both are priced separately.
Guide to Exploring Gold Coast
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1 Sep-2 Sep
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
2669 Gold Coast Highway, Broadbeach, QLDEverything is a beautiful ,and they have a beautiful view.
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26 Aug-27 Aug
Paradise Resort Gold Coast
122 Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise, QLDPerfect for families! Kids had a ball, we will definitely be back!
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8 Sep-9 Sep
Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise
2807 Gold Coast Highway, Surfers Paradise, QLDThought our room was very good although I think that is need of a refresh
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26 Aug-27 Aug
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St, Surfers Paradise, QLDThe Lifts were a joke. You could be standing waiting for a life for like 10 - 15 mins at sometimes
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17 Sep-18 Sep
Q1 Resort & Spa
9 Hamilton Avenue, Surfers Paradise, QLDCheck in was easy with friendly staff. The whole resort was very clean. Room was big and spacious. We enjoyed our stay at Q1 and would return. The only thing we could pick on was the shower - hardly any water pressure, the water had a smell and the temp was very hard to get right - either freezing ...
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3 Sep-4 Sep
Sea World Resort
Sea World Drive Main Beach Gold Coast, Main Beach, QLDOk stay , food could improve, the pool needs work , but the rooms are nice and also staff
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10 Sep-11 Sep
The Ruby Collection
9 Norfolk Ave, Surfers Paradise, QLDThe rooms were very clean, well kept and convenient location. It was a shame that the restaurant and bar were not open as they would’ve completed the experience
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2 Sep-3 Sep
Mercure Gold Coast Resort
64 Palm Meadows Drive, Carrara, QLDGreat service at check in. Spacious room with a king bed.
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