Things to do in Gold Coast
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Markwell Café & Bar
All seafood here is wild caught; mains include deep-fried coconut prawns dipped in beer batter, served with curry mayonnaise.
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Wet ‘n’ Wild
The ultimate waterslide here is the Kamikaze where you plunge down an 11m drop in a two-person tube at 50km/h. This vast water fun park also has slippery slides, white-water rapids and tube rides, and latest-release films are shown at Dive ’n’ Movies.
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Whitewater World
This park features the Cave of Waves, Pipeline Plunge and more than 140 water activities and slides. A World Pass (adult/child $77/55 for one day, $99/$66 for two days) ensures entry to Dreamworld and WhiteWater World.
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Springbrook National Park
Springbrook national park is perched atop a 900m (2952ft) high plateau, which, like the rest of the McPherson Range, is a remnant of the huge volcano that once centred on Mt Warning in NSW. The park's vegetation is cool-temperate rainforest and eucalypt forest, with gorges, cliffs, forests and waterfalls, numerous walking tracks and several picnic areas.
The village of Springbrook is balanced right on the edge of the plateau, with several waterfalls (when there's enough rain) that tumble more than 100m (328ft) to the coastal plain below. There are several places where you can get the giddy thrill of leaning right out over the edge, including Purling Brook Falls, at the Gw…
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Australian Outback Spectacular Gold Coast
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Discover the Outback Spirit with Australian Outback Spectacular, an evening dinner show presented by R.M.Williams, filled with outback music, drama and action! …
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Hot Air Ballooning including Champagne Breakfast from the Gold Coast or Brisbane
4 hours (Departs Gold Coast or Brisbane, Australia)
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View a sunrise with a difference, whilst floating in a hot air balloon over the Hinterland. Breathe in the wide-open spaces and be amazed at the colorful specta…
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Dreamworld Theme Park Gold Coast Tickets
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Experience fun for the whole family with one day entry into Dreamworld. You'll enjoy thrilling attractions and shows including Imax Theatre, Flowrider, Screamwo…
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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Flexible (Departs Gold Coast, Australia)
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Spend a day at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, home to the world's largest collection of Australian native animals. There is so much to see and do -- cuddle a koa…
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Federation Walk
The ocean side of the spit, which extends north from Main Beach, is home to uncrowded beaches and excellent surf. From here you can see across the channel to South Stradbroke Island and it's a popular fishing spot. A fig tree opposite the entrance to Seaworld marks the start of the Federation Walk, a pretty 3.7km trail that winds its way through patches of littoral rainforest and down to the Gold Coast Oceanway.
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Gold Coast Helicopter Flight and Jet Boat Ride
90 minutes (Departs Gold Coast, Australia)
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See the sights of the Gold Coast from the sea and air on this combo helicopter flight and jet boat ride package. Jump aboard a powerful Gold Coast jet boat for …Not LP reviewed
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Gold Coast Lamington National Park and Tamborine Mountain 4WD Eco Tour
9 - 9.5 hours (Departs Gold Coast, Australia)
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Get off the beaten track and discover the rainforests of the Gold Coast Hinterland by 4WD. This full-day tour takes you to the volcanic plateau of Tamborine Mou…Not LP reviewed
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Adrenaline Park
Located a few blocks north of Cavill Ave, this park has everything to make your head spin and stomach churn. The most popular rides are the Sling Shot and aptly titled Vomatron. For traditionalists, there’s also a good old bungee jump with Bungy Australia.
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Dreamworld and WhiteWater World Gold Coast - World Pass
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Dreamworld and WhiteWater World Theme Parks provide a one stop shop for thrills, spills and family fun. It's double the thrills and double the fun with a one-da…
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Warner Bros. Movie World Gold Coast Theme Park Admission
Flexible (Departs Gold Coast, Australia)
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Get lost in a world of fantasy and fun at Warner Bros. Movie World on the Gold Coast. Pre-book your Warner Bros. Movie World one day admission ticket and meet y…
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Sea World Gold Coast Theme Park Admission
Flexible (Departs Gold Coast, Australia)
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Visit Sea World on Australia's Gold Coast for one day. Make contact with marine life wonders and experience a whole world of amazing rides, shows and attraction…
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QDeck
The 360-degree views of the Gold Coast from the observation level of QDeck are brilliant for gaining perspective and orientation. The deck is 230m high on the 77th level of Q1 Tower, and is accessed by one of the world’s fastest elevators. The Qbar has DJs on Friday and Saturday nights.
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Gold Coast Jet Boat Ride: 55-minutes
55 minutes (Departs Gold Coast, Australia)
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Brace yourself and hold on for an exhilarating 55 minute jet boat thrill ride on the beautiful Gold Coast Broadwater. Jump aboard a powerful turbo-charged Jet b…Not LP reviewed
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Glow Worm Cave and Natural Bridge Tour from Gold Coast
3 hours (Departs Gold Coast, Australia)
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Travel into the Gold Coast hinterland to view the spectacular sight of one of Australia's largest Glow Worm colonies, located within Natural Bridge Cave. Encoun…
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Half-Day Whale Watching and Canal Cruise from the Gold Coast
3 hours 30 minutes (Departs Gold Coast, Australia)
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See magnificent humpback whales at play on this half-day cruise from the Gold Coast. You'll enjoy unobstructed 360 degree views from all three decks of your pur…Not LP reviewed
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Moo Moo
A mecca for serious carnivores, Moo Moo's signature dish is a 1kg wagyu rump steak rubbed with spices, char-grilled until smoky, then roasted, and carved at the table. Less carnivorous diners will be happy with the seafood and pasta dishes on the menu.
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Gold Coast Arts Centre
The Gold Coast Arts Centre is attached to the Gold Coast Art Gallery and hosts theatrical productions. For comedy and live jazz check out the Basement, which is on site. There is also a cinema here that showcases art house movies.
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Sage
Vodka oyster shots are the entrée of choice at this award-winning alfresco restaurant with bubbly staff. For mains, there are thick and tender steak cuts and plenty of seafood dishes. Discounts between 5pm and 6pm nightly.
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Brisbane Full-Day Sights Tour and River Cruise from the Gold Coast
9 hours (Departs Gold Coast, Australia)
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Learn about the history of Queensland's capital city are you tour the city and cruise the Brisbane River. The tour includes morning tea and a visit to historic …
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Minus 5 Ice Lounge
Gimmicky but kinda fun if you don’t mind the cover charge, everything is made of ice at this bar: your glass, the seats and the vodka-stocked bar. There are even ice sculptures imported from Canada.
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Central
DJs bust out smooth beats at Central way before the nightclubs open their doors. This lounge and cocktail bar with outdoor seating also offers a cheap lunch menu, though most prefer three courses of mojitos.
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