Surfers Paradise Vacation & Tourism Guide

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True to its name, Surfers Paradise is a stunning Australian location of natural beauty and some of the best surfing in the world. Travelers of all kinds flock to this destination for its perfect weather, beaches, theme parks, shopping, casinos, and nightlife. Surfers Paradise is also the site of “Schoolies Week,” the Australian party in early December. With all Surfers Paradise has to offer vacationers of all ages, it’s no wonder people love it!

Great Recommendations from Real Travelers

1. Grosvenor Beachfront Star_rating-3

Real Traveler Rating: 5.0 out of 5 based on 1 review from 1 source

from $109.72
Grosvenor Beachfront
Based on 1 review from 1 source.
Service: Rating of 5.0 out of 5
Room: Rating of 5.0 out of 5

2. Holiday Inn HOLIDAY I...

Holiday Inn HOLIDAY INN SURFERS PARADISE
Star_rating-4
from $182.87

3. Surf n Sun Beachside...

Surf n Sun Beachside Backpackers
from $19.06

4. Islander Backpackers...

Islander Backpackers Resort
from $18.36

5. Crowne Plaza Hotel SU...

Crowne Plaza Hotel SURFERS PARADISE
Star_rating-4
from $70.22

6. Crowne Plaza Hotel GO...

Crowne Plaza Hotel GOLD TOWER SURFERS PARADISE
Star_rating-4
from $100.72

7. Hotel Bodensia

Hotel Bodensia
Star_rating-3
from $74.13

8. Budds Beach Apartments

Budds Beach Apartments
Star_rating-3
from $64.06

9. Courtyard by Marriott...

Courtyard by Marriott Surfers Paradise
Star_rating-4
from $103.21

10. Marriott Surfers Para...

Marriott Surfers Paradise Resort
Star_rating-5
from $119.27
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  • 1. Sea World

    Sea World

     Real Travelers who've been to Sea World

    Clare & Colin Clare & Colin in Southport, Queensland said

    Sea World, Wet and Wild.… continue reading »

  • 2. Conrad Jupiters Casino

    Conrad Jupiters Casino

    Jupiters Hotel & Casino is set amid one of the longest strips of pristine beach in the world, surrounded ... more

  • 3. Otto's on the Beach

    Otto's on the Beach

    ... Beachfront Apt Hotel with painted tiles, white-washed walls & terracotta roof; Greek Isles inspiratio ... more

  • 4. SkyPoint

    SkyPoint

    QDeck takes you to the highest point above the Gold Coast for stunning 360 degree views ... more

  • 5. Aquaduck

    Aquaduck

    Experience the Gold Coast by land and water without even leaving your seat. Your return ... more

  • 6. Gold Coast City Art Gallery

    Gold Coast City Art Gallery

    ... razzle of the Gold Coast is overwhelming, the Gold Coast City Art Gallery and Evandale Sculpture Walk is a free antidote. The tour begins at the front of the council chambers under a giant bottle-like structure made of rubb... more

  • 7. Bungee Rocket

    Bungee Rocket

    ... will want to experience the biggest rush of adrenalin with the Bungee Rocket. How does a skyward ejection: zero to 50 metres in 1.3 seconds, sound to you? The blood rushes to your feet then speeds back to your face as you a... more

  • 8. Avenue Restaurant & Saloon

    Avenue Restaurant & Saloon

    ... and club, this place has live entertainment and dancing every night. Located in the main nightlife strip, it caters to a more diverse age group than many of the other venues. By day there's steak and seafood alfresco dining... more

  • 9. Cristel's Restaurant & Bar

    Cristel's Restaurant & Bar

    Fine dining is to be found at the Terrace Cafe within Parkroyal Surfers Paradise Hotel, in the heart of Surfers Paradise, Jade marble and soft pink furnishings, aided by delicately filtered light through shutters, all make for... more

  • 10. Cocktails and Dreams

    Cocktails and Dreams

    Neon flashing lights and revolving glitter balls create a vibrant scene at Cocktails & Dreams. A large nightclub by Queensland standards, there is a bounty of room to stand or sit and take in the magnificence of the Gold Coast'... more

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Top Rated Surfers Paradise Trips

  • Wet 'n Wild!

    Wet 'n Wild! | Jul 12 10'

    by Trish and Paul a traveling as a couple from Auckland, on vacation in Surfers Paradise

    "Wild!"

    Woke up on Monday morning to a beautiful sunny da with blue skies and no clouds.  We had planned to visit DreamWorld today but decided to go t... Continue reading »

  • Q Deck wonder

    Q Deck wonder | Jul 09 10'

    by Trish and Paul a traveling as a couple from Auckland, on vacation in Surfers Paradise

    "Breathtaking view!"

    Hi there :-)  Today we went for a wonder along Surfers Paridise beach towards the building called Q deck.  It is a tall 85 floor aprtmen... Continue reading »

  • Wild Life Sanctury

    Wild Life Sanctury | Jul 07 10'

    by Trish and Paul a traveling as a couple from Auckland, on vacation in Surfers Paradise

    ""

    Hello all Today we spent the day at Currunbin Wildlife Sanctuary! We got there by bus and started with breakfast - and lorikeets! As we sat at the... Continue reading »

  • Sea World

    Sea World | Jul 08 10'

    by Trish and Paul a traveling as a couple from Auckland, on vacation in Surfers Paradise

    ""

    Today we went to Sea World. We caught the number 750 express bus to sea world.  we got there 5 minutes before opening time at 10 am.  Tim... Continue reading »

  • We are here!

    We are here! | Jul 06 10'

    by Trish and Paul a traveling as a couple from Auckland, on vacation in Surfers Paradise

    "scobby dooby dooooooo"

    Hiya all, Well! we have landed in Australia and life is great! the sun is shining and we spent the day at Movie World.  We went on some rides... Continue reading »

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