Welcome to our Top 5 Guide to the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia.
Written by a Gold Coast local, and full of insider tips for your perfect short break.
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Top 5 Gold Coast Places to Stay:
Don't miss a night stay in some of these amazing Gold Coast hotel stays, whether your a visitor or looking for a staycation:
QT Gold Coast - Luxury stay in the heart of Surfers Paradise
The Star Grand or The Darling at The Star - Luxury stay in the heard of Broadbeach
The Iconic in Q1 - Enjoy the best views of the Gold Coast, walking distance to the beachfront in Surfers Paradise
O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat - Escape the city for some fresh air in the rainforest
The Pink Hotel - Enjoy a boutique and instagrammable stay in the more local neighbourhood of Coolangatta
Top 5 Gold Coast Beaches & Creeks:
Skip the crowds of Surfers paradise and check out these top 5 local favourite Gold Coast swimming spots:
Burleigh Heads & Tallebudgera Creek
Currumbin beach & creek
Currumbin Rock pools
Broadbeach
Mermaid Beach
Mermaid Beach & Currumbin Beach
Top 5 Gold Coast Attractions & Activities:
Don’t miss adding some of these activities to your trip:
Enjoy water sports or a sunset sail on the Broadwater
Play a round of Top Golf over cocktails
Visit a theme park: Get your thrill from Sea World, Movie World, Wet n Wild or Dreamworld
See the view from the top of Q1in Surfers Paradise
Make friends with Koalas, Kangaroos and Rainbow Lorikeets at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Sunset Sailing on the Gold Coast Broadwater
Top 5 Gold Coast Hikes & Walks:
Enjoy the hinterland and nature with these walking trails:
Burleigh headland
Springbrook National Park
Lamington National Park
O’Rileys Rainforest
Hike Mt Warning
Lamington National Park & O'Rileys Rainforest
Top 5 Gold Coast Cafes:
Get your morning caffeination from:
BSKT - Nobby Beach
Paddock Bakery - Miami
Bam Bam Bakehouse - Mermaid Beach
Elephant Rock Cafe - Currumbin
Goji Granola Bar and Cafe - Clear Island Waters
Elephant Rock Cafe & Goji Granola bar and cafe
Top 5 Gold Coast Bars:
Sip on cocktails at:
Burleigh Pavilion/The Tropic - Burleigh Heads
Justin Lane - Burleigh Heads
Nineteen at the Star - Broadbeach
Frida Sol - Palm Beach
The Scottish Prince - Palm Beach
Top 5 Gold Coast Restaurants:
Don't forget to make a booking if you want to dine at one of these delicious restaurants:
Goccia Italian Pizzeria - Mermaid Beach
The Fish House - Burleigh Heads
Mikes Kitchen - Robina (The Ribs are a must!)
Social Eating House + Bar - Broadbeach
Try a surf club - experience a causal beachside lunch with a view
Top 5 Day trips from the Gold Coast:
Go on a little road trip adventure within 30 minutes to 1 hours drive to:
We hope you enjoyed our weekend travel guide to the Gold Coast, Australia. For more blog posts on weekend getaways and travel itineraries check out the destinations section of our blog.
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LITTLE SHERPAS
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