About the Area

Surfers Paradise is one of the most famous holiday destinations in Australia and is renowned as Australia's playground.

Amongst Surfers Paradise's skyline of high rises looking over a long stretch of beach is a mix of modern international entertainment, city and casual beach culture.

Surfers Paradise has something for everyone catering for families, couples and singles looking a varied and memorable holiday experience.

Adrenalin seekers can jump on a bus and head to the Gold Coast's famous theme parks, Dreamworld, SeaWorld, Movie World or Wet 'n' Wild or head for the centre of Surfers Paradise for the adrenalin rush of the Banzai Bungey, Sling Shot or Flycoaster.

For breakfast, lunch and dinner you can choose from alfresco cafes, ethnic restaurants, informal family bistros, boutique pubs and coffee shops.

When night falls the vibrant nightlife Surfers Paradise is famous for takes over. Bars and nightclubs come alive and the streets fill with people.

If you want to enjoy a spot of shopping, Surfers Paradise offers everything from top-end designers to outlet bargain shops and beachfront markets.

For slower pace simply grab your towel and hit the famous stretch of beach where you can people watch and breathe in the fresh ocean air. You can even sign up to learn how to surf.

Things to do in Surfers Paradise:

• Theme parks
• The Star Gold Coast
• Gold Coast hinterland winery tour
• Pacific Fair and Robina shopping centres
• Dracula's theatre restaurant
• Infinity adventure maze