Surfers Paradise
For an eagle-eye view of the coast and hinterland, zip up to this 230m-high observation deck near the top of Q1; at 322m, it's the world's tallest…
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Surfers Paradise
While it has its seedy and downright ugly side, there’s no denying that Surfers' frenetic few blocks and its glorious strip of sand attracts a phenomenal number of visitors – 20,000 per day at its peak. Party-hard teens and early-20-somethings come here for a heady dose of clubs, bars and malls, perhaps fitting in a bit of beach time as a hangover remedy before it all starts again. Families are attracted by the ready availability of spacious and affordable apartments, loads of kid-friendly eating options and, yes, that beautiful beach.
Attractions
Must-see attractions
Surfers Paradise
Budds Beach is the narrow, riverside beach on Surfers Paradise's Nerang River. It's great for kids and beginner stand-up paddleboarders.
Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets
Surfers Paradise
The beachfront plays host to many stalls selling the usual array of fashion, accessories and artworks, plus photographs and homewares.
Surfers Paradise
Lose the kids for an hour (literally) in this walk-through maze, cunningly disguised with elaborate audiovisual displays.
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