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Famous Gold Coast Locations You Can’t Miss

Famous Gold Coast locations where you can enjoy a relaxing day including Surfers Paradise, Burleigh Heads, and Gold Coast Hinterland.

By olivia williamsPublished 2 years ago 3 min read
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Gold Coast, one of the premier Australian tourist destinations, is known for its pristine beaches, ancient rainforest, epic city nightlife and amazing local cuisine. It also has a highly welcoming weather all year long making it one of the main attractions why its visitors never wanted to leave the place once they reach. There are many attractions that can simply lure you into this exceptionally well environment, one of the most beautiful destinations in Queensland. Here lists some of the locations where you can spend your time with friends and family.

Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise, undoubtedly one of the most coveted travel destinations and the most expensive suburb in Gold Coast, is quite popular for the Surfers Paradise river cruise. Surfers Paradise, the renowned coastal destination has been a one-of-a-kind destination for many international events. You can go for beachside shopping, dining, or even to get an unrivalled 360° view of the town from Skypoint Observation Deck. If you are a true art lover and in search of some stunning locations where you can kindle your spirits, you can try reaching out to HOTA- the Home Of The Arts. You can enjoy live performances, cinema-watching, and both modern and old cultural artworks while tasting some of the local delicacies from the nearby cafes. There is also a famous Gold Coast Wax Museum in Surfers Paradise where you can spot more than 100 wax effigies including many stunning life-size structures. It is identified as the Greatest of its kind with high international standards. Try not to forget reaching out for famous Gold Coast river cruises while enjoying the views of its golden sand and taking in the absolute best it has to offer.

Burleigh Heads

Are you a passionate wave chaser? Then you can get ready with your picnic and try not to miss out your board. You can have a whale of time enjoying surfing in this amazing destination. You don’t have to worry even if you are a newbie to surfing, you can practise on the sheltered waters of the main beach. Others, especially those who are pros, can head over to the neighbouring headlands. Or if you want to stay out of the water but still want to enjoy these thrilling scenes, you can simply sit and watch the surfers from a comfortable seat. Or you can visit and explore the neighbouring Tallebudgera Creek, an amazing Gold Coast suburb, surrounded by the Burleigh Heads National Park on one side and the stunning Palm Beach on the other. You can enjoy swimming, kayaking, fishing and many more. This would be an ideal destination for all those who are in search of an amazing location where you can spend time exploring natural attractions with some fun outdoor or water-based activities. The location is also famous for its spacious campground. There are some waterfront villas if you have plans to stay longer luxuriously.

Hinterland

Gold Coast Hinterland is blessed with many National Parks including the Springbrook National Park in Southeast Queensland famous for the Gondwana Rainforests and Lamington National Park, the famous destination for bird watchers. You can enjoy the pure luxury of local delicacies from fruit to fudge whilst visiting these national parks along your way. There is another famous attraction that leaves its visitors with pure amusement- the Mount Tamborine. Mount Tamborine can be identified as the most famous former volcano in Gold Coast where most of the antiques enthusiasts land up first. The location is famous for the number of artisan galleries, antique stores and cafes which can totally consume its visitors with pure charm. There is another destination, the Mount Tamborine Botanic Gardens where you can spend a day exploring and enjoying the natural beauty of Gold Coast.

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