Things to do on the Gold Coast

Australia's Gold Coast conjures up images of the best beaches and surf in the world, stunning skyrise buildings overlooking the winding waterways of the Nerang River, theme parks and mega-shopping centres. There's all this and more! Top off a morning flight with Hot Air by exploring the natural beauty of the Gold Coast Hinterland, venture out on a whale and dolphin watching cruise, or get wild on a jet boat ride along the same waterways and beaches you look over from your accommodation in the evening.

We've put together a list of top things to do on your time on the Gold Coast - there's more than enough to keep you and your family occupied!

  • Take a guided tour through the beautiful hinterland of the Gold Coast with Southern Cross 4WD Day Tours.  Choose from a range of amazing four wheel drive tours that include rainforest tours, Mt Tamborine tours and Gold Coast Glowworm tour.  Visit the Gold Coast rainforest and…

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