Surfers Paradise, a surfside suburb with an awe-inspiring coastline, is considered the heart of the Gold Coast in Queensland. But there’s more to this quaint town than surf and sand.
Whether you’re a local going out with your mates or visiting from out of town, there’s plenty of fun things to do in Surfers Paradise for everyone-
- Go on an Aquaduck Safari City Tour and River Cruise
- Hop on and off the Hopo Gold Coast Ferry
- Get the ultimate jet boat experience
- Ride a jet boat in Main Beach
- Go on a jet ski island tour
- Feel the thrill with the SkyPoint Climb Experience
- See all of the Gold Coast at SkyPoint Observation Deck
- Go parasailing
- Mini Golf at King Tutt’s Putt Putt
- Chill at Surfers Paradise Beach
- Learn how to surf in paradise
- Try indoor skydiving
- Unleash your creativity at Brush & Barrel
- Spot some whales on a whale-watching cruise from Surfers Paradise
- Have a sensory experience at Infinity
- Go fishing at Tallebudgera Creek
- Check out the Gold Coast Wax Museum
- Experience the future with the Xscape Virtual Reality Experience
- Have a boozy night out at The Island Rooftop Bar
- Ride a bike along the coastline
1. Go on an Aquaduck Safari City Tour and River Cruise
Have a splashing tour of Surfers Paradise on the Aquaduck. Image credits: @aquaduck_gold_coast on Instagram
One of the can’t miss things to do in Surfers Paradise is hopping on an Aquaduck. It’s a trusty duck bus that will tour you through the famous landmarks and beaches on land before it ‘duck dives’ into the Broadwater. It’s an epic city tour and river cruise in one, and you don’t even have to leave your seat!
2. Hop on and off the Hopo Gold Coast Ferry
Make your own Surfers Paradise tour itinerary with this unlimited hop-on and hop-off ferry day pass. You can hop on the Hopo Gold Coast Ferry and hop off to any Gold Coast destination you want. Then you can hop on the next ferry to your next desired destination!
3. Get the ultimate jet boat experience
Feel the rush of riding a high-speed jet boat over at Surfers Paradise. Image credits: @jetboatextreme on Instagram
If you want a bit of thrill, one of the best things to do in Surfers Paradise is going on the Ultimate Jetboat Experience. You’ll feel the rush of 360-degree spins and manoeuvres on the water while taking in the magnificent views. You can even cap off the tour with a helicopter ride!
4. Ride a jet boat from Main Beach
Have an exhilarating jet boat ride from Main Beach to Moreton Bay Marine Park, where you can spot friendly dolphins! This fantastic blend of high-speed thrill and sightseeing is definitely one of the most fun things to do in Surfers Paradise.
5. Go on a jet ski island tour
Ride through mangroves and visit isolated islands with this jet ski tour.
This jet ski tour will take you through lush mangroves, isolated islands with fascinating wildlife, and more! You’ll even ride past South Stradbroke Island and Sovereign Island and their marvellous palaces.
6. Feel the thrill with the SkyPoint Climb Experience
Feel the ultimate adrenaline rush and climb up the iconic Q1 Resort Building with the Skypoint Climb Experience. A breathtaking view of the Gold Coast awaits on top, whether during the day, night, or twilight—it’s totally worth the climb!
7. See all of the Gold Coast at SkyPoint Observation Deck
Take it slow and see all of the Gold Coast at the SkyPoint Observation Deck. Image credits: @ijustinburgos on Instagram
If you want to take it a bit slower, you can check out the SkyPoint Observation Deck. It’s Australia’s only beachside observation deck on the 77th floor of the Q1 Building. A 360-degree panoramic view of Surfers Paradise and the Gold Coast awaits!
8. Go parasailing
Ever wondered what it feels to fly as high as the clouds? Well, this parasailing experience lets you do that and more—you’ll see spectacular views of the Surfers Paradise skyline as well as the surrounding mountains and hinterlands!
9. Mini Golf at King Tutt’s Putt Putt
Bring the whole fam to King Tutt’s Putt Putt. Image credits: @kingtuttsgc on Instagram
With its three wacky and exciting 18-hole courses, mini-golfing at King Tutt’s Putt Putt is a fantastic thing to do in Surfers Paradise for families. Watch your golf ball whizz through dinosaurs, ancient Egyptian artefacts, and more before you get a hole-in-one!
Planning on visiting the GC during the school holidays? Check out our recommendations for fun school holiday activities!
10. Chill at Surfers Paradise Beach
If you’re looking for a chill afternoon by the beach, then you should head over to Surfers Paradise Beach, right at the heart of the Gold Coast. You can take a dip in the waters, sunbathe, or even explore the nearby al fresco dining and night markets.
11. Learn how to surf in paradise
If you’ve always wanted to learn how to surf, this is your chance! Image credits: @gorideawave on Instagram
Want to know the best thing to do in Surfers Paradise? It’s to actually go surfing! Don’t worry if you don’t know how to, you can always take surfing lessons, and soon you’ll be catching waves like a pro!
12. Try indoor skydiving
You don’t need a sky to soar when you have indoor skydiving! A great thing to do in Surfers Paradise for families is going indoor skydiving with iFLY—it’s so easy and safe, even little kids can join in on the fun.
13. Unleash your creativity at Brush & Barrel
Enjoy some wine as you create a masterpiece! Image credits: @montanao on Instagram
Brush & Barrel is a “sip and paint” studio where you can, as the name indicates, sip on your bevvy while you paint. Unleash your inner Picasso with all your friends—after all, art is for everyone!
14. Spot some whales on a whale-watching cruise from Surfers Paradise
Are you a lover of marine wildlife? Then a must-try thing to do in Surfers Paradise is going on a whale-watching cruise! Spot humpback whales in their natural habitat and admire the natural surroundings at the heart of the Gold Coast.
15. Have a sensory experience at Infinity
Bring the whole fam over to Infinity! Image credits: @infinityattraction on Instagram
Infinity is a funhouse filled with mazes and sensory experiences that are bound to be fun for the whole fam! Go through 20 multi-sensual environments filled with aromas, groovy music, mind-boggling illusions, and more!
16. Go fishing at Tallebudgera Creek
Tallebudgera Creek is a fantastic spot near Burleigh Heads National Park and Palm Beach, where you can catch good fish. So grab your gear and spend an idyllic afternoon fishing, swimming, picnicking, kayaking, and more!
17. Check out the Gold Coast Wax Museum
The Gold Coast Wax Museum is a classic attraction in Surfers Paradise! Image credits: @thewaxmuseumgoldcoast on Instagram
They say that a visit to Surfers Paradise is incomplete without going to the Gold Coast Wax Museum. It’s home to the most extensive collection of epic wax figures in the Southern Hemisphere. From famous pop culture characters to historical figures, there’s a lot to see!
18. Experience the future with the Xscape Virtual Reality Experience
Immerse yourself into a selection of various fantasy games, from Space Pirate to John Wick, with the Xscape Virtual Reality Experience. It’s definitely an awesome thing to do in Surfers Paradise for gamers and those looking for a bit of thrill!
19. Have a boozy night out at The Island Rooftop Bar
Soak in some sunshine with a bevvy in hand at The Island. Image credits: @theislandrooftop on Instagram
Relax and have a boozy afternoon at the most giant open-air rooftop bar in town: The Island. Choose from their extensive range of cocktails as you enjoy a live performance and have a good time with your closest friends.
20. Ride a bike along the coastline
Surfers Paradise’s picturesque coastline is kilometres of glittering waters, sands, and natural beauty. A great way to explore it at your own pace is by going on a bike ride. If you’re visiting from out of town and cannot bring your own bike, you can always opt for a trust bike rental!
For more fun things to do on the Gold Coast, check out the list of activities we’ve put together.
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