Surfers Paradise
Food scene
Contemporary-look steakhouse and cocktail bar, with clusters of hanging lightbulbs, plus surf views.
52 locals recommend
Retro's Nightclub Surfers Paradise
4-14 The EsplanadeContemporary-look steakhouse and cocktail bar, with clusters of hanging lightbulbs, plus surf views.
Circle on Cavill retail precinct on ground level features 4 main retail areas including an open air piazza designed for picnics, public gatherings, art, entertainment and sporting events on a large LED screen with alfresco cafes, restaurants and bars, coupled with boutique shopping — specialty stores and a supermarket with a diverse range of essential services such as Woolworths and ATM facilities.
12 locals recommend
Circle on Cavill Shopping Centre
3184 Surfers Paradise BlvdCircle on Cavill retail precinct on ground level features 4 main retail areas including an open air piazza designed for picnics, public gatherings, art, entertainment and sporting events on a large LED screen with alfresco cafes, restaurants and bars, coupled with boutique shopping — specialty stores and a supermarket with a diverse range of essential services such as Woolworths and ATM facilities.
Xi'An Famous Food
2 Elkhorn AveLively, family-run place with a classic menu, Italian wall frescos and outdoor seating.
50 locals recommend
Alfresco Italian Restaurant
3018 Surfers Paradise BlvdLively, family-run place with a classic menu, Italian wall frescos and outdoor seating.
It was the first true American dining establishment to open on the Gold Coast, and we can attest, is still one of the best. Tribeca NYC’s extensive menu strongly lends itself to share-style dining, which we totally urge you do, to ensure you can try as many dishes as possible in one sitting.
20 locals recommend
Tribeca NYC
58 Thomas DrIt was the first true American dining establishment to open on the Gold Coast, and we can attest, is still one of the best. Tribeca NYC’s extensive menu strongly lends itself to share-style dining, which we totally urge you do, to ensure you can try as many dishes as possible in one sitting.
Seascape Restaurant & Bar
4 EsplanadeOriginating up the road in Noosa, with Surfers Paradise their second ever location, the burgers dished out here are pure, unadulterated deliciousness.
26 locals recommend
Betty's Burgers & Concrete Co
3240 Surfers Paradise BlvdOriginating up the road in Noosa, with Surfers Paradise their second ever location, the burgers dished out here are pure, unadulterated deliciousness.
Busy Japanese BBQ restaurant and sushi bar with live cooking displays, in an elegant modern hotel.
19 locals recommend
Yamagen Japanese Restaurant
7 Staghorn AveBusy Japanese BBQ restaurant and sushi bar with live cooking displays, in an elegant modern hotel.
Classic dishes in a relaxed setting with ornate carved wooden screens and an outdoor area.
22 locals recommend
Chiangmai Thai Restaurant Surfers Paradise
19 Palm AveClassic dishes in a relaxed setting with ornate carved wooden screens and an outdoor area.
International cuisine in a classy resort restaurant with live cooking stations and a seafood buffet.
10 locals recommend
Citrique
158 Ferny AveInternational cuisine in a classy resort restaurant with live cooking stations and a seafood buffet.
funky Japanese izakaya located inside QT Gold Coast hotel, with one of Queensland's largest Japanese whisky collection (over 65 bottles and counting) plus some of the most innovative and creative Japanese cuisine you'll ever taste.
19 locals recommend
Yamagen Japanese Restaurant
7 Staghorn Avefunky Japanese izakaya located inside QT Gold Coast hotel, with one of Queensland's largest Japanese whisky collection (over 65 bottles and counting) plus some of the most innovative and creative Japanese cuisine you'll ever taste.
Ensuring you are never too far from cheese, pizza and pasta, Sydney’s renowned food emporium, Salt Meats Cheese, has its very own Gold Coast-based pizzeria and deli, right in the heart of Surfers Paradise.
21 locals recommend
Salt Meats Cheese Surfers Paradise
10 Beach RoadEnsuring you are never too far from cheese, pizza and pasta, Sydney’s renowned food emporium, Salt Meats Cheese, has its very own Gold Coast-based pizzeria and deli, right in the heart of Surfers Paradise.
Bazaar’s selection is seriously eye-popping and always changing with dinner options like made-to-order steaks, seafood (prawns, crabs, oysters), an Asian station (dumplings, stir-fries, curries), countless salads, a lolly station and a wall of quirky desserts.
6 locals recommend
Bazaar Restaurant
7 Staghorn AvenueBazaar’s selection is seriously eye-popping and always changing with dinner options like made-to-order steaks, seafood (prawns, crabs, oysters), an Asian station (dumplings, stir-fries, curries), countless salads, a lolly station and a wall of quirky desserts.
Surfers Paradise’s longest established beachfront watering hole underwent a funky Bali-inspired overhaul recently, injecting some desperately needed cool back into the touristy precinct.
20 locals recommend
SANDBAR
52 EsplanadeSurfers Paradise’s longest established beachfront watering hole underwent a funky Bali-inspired overhaul recently, injecting some desperately needed cool back into the touristy precinct.
Fu Manchu Oriental Kitchen on Surfers Paradise’s Chevron Island has a true Asian fusion menu that morphs from devout traditions to dishes with a European twist.
8 locals recommend
Fu Manchu Oriental Kitchen - Chevron Island
44 Thomas DriveFu Manchu Oriental Kitchen on Surfers Paradise’s Chevron Island has a true Asian fusion menu that morphs from devout traditions to dishes with a European twist.
The Modern Australian menu features everything from moreish pizzas and drool-worthy burgers, to fresh seafood pastas and salads. There's also a large cocktail and wine list on offer that is available from 10am daily.
16 locals recommend
White Rhino Bar & Eats
Cavill AvenueThe Modern Australian menu features everything from moreish pizzas and drool-worthy burgers, to fresh seafood pastas and salads. There's also a large cocktail and wine list on offer that is available from 10am daily.
Cheap and cheerful, with poolside seating next door to the towering Q1 Hotel, Longboards has served many a satisfied burger-loving customer with finger-licking appetizers and cheeky burgers like The Budgie Smuggler and The G-Banger.
22 locals recommend
Longboards Laidback Eatery & Bar
Northcliffe TerraceCheap and cheerful, with poolside seating next door to the towering Q1 Hotel, Longboards has served many a satisfied burger-loving customer with finger-licking appetizers and cheeky burgers like The Budgie Smuggler and The G-Banger.
If you take away Elston’s hip, modern-rustic fit-out and breezy beachfront views, you’ve still got an on-trend food and drinks menu prepared and produced to perfection.
10 locals recommend
Elston Restaurant & Bar
04 / 4 EsplanadeIf you take away Elston’s hip, modern-rustic fit-out and breezy beachfront views, you’ve still got an on-trend food and drinks menu prepared and produced to perfection.
Located in Circle on Cavill, La Doisa is further proof Surfers Paradise is becoming a true foodie hub. Combining the traditional flavours of Mexico with his Lebanese heritage, expect a different take on traditional Mexican cuisine.
La Diosa Mexicana
3184 Surfers Paradise BlvdLocated in Circle on Cavill, La Doisa is further proof Surfers Paradise is becoming a true foodie hub. Combining the traditional flavours of Mexico with his Lebanese heritage, expect a different take on traditional Mexican cuisine.
One of the better options in Surfers Paradise when it comes to hotel restaurants, Voco’s Clifford’s Grill & Lounge has a sleek inner-city vibe and a grill house menu with an American twist.
21 locals recommend
Clifford’s Grill & Lounge
31 Hamilton AveOne of the better options in Surfers Paradise when it comes to hotel restaurants, Voco’s Clifford’s Grill & Lounge has a sleek inner-city vibe and a grill house menu with an American twist.
Beer lovers will be in hoppy heaven with a ridic wall of 32 taps—the biggest draft selection on the Coast
52 locals recommend
House of Brews
17 Orchid AveBeer lovers will be in hoppy heaven with a ridic wall of 32 taps—the biggest draft selection on the Coast
Sightseeing
SkyPoint is an observation deck located 230 metres off the ground at the top of the Q1 on the Gold Coast, Australia. The attraction is operated by Ardent Leisure.
213 locals recommend
SkyPoint Observation Deck
9 Hamilton AveSkyPoint is an observation deck located 230 metres off the ground at the top of the Q1 on the Gold Coast, Australia. The attraction is operated by Ardent Leisure.
Museum with kitschy oddities on display, including shrunken human heads & rare animal skeletons.
52 locals recommend
Ripley's Believe It Or Not! Surfers Paradise
Cavill AvenueMuseum with kitschy oddities on display, including shrunken human heads & rare animal skeletons.
Funhouse attraction where guests encounter illusion-based special effects & music.
67 locals recommend
Infinity Attraction
3240 Surfers Paradise BlvdFunhouse attraction where guests encounter illusion-based special effects & music.
Budds Beach
Aquaduck Safaris Gold Coast
34 Cavill AveSightseeing Tour
Surfers Paradise Surf Life Saving Club
EsplanadeGold Coast Wax Museum. Come and see Famous People of the present and past in wax, and see the punishments of the past in our Chamber of Horrors.
54 locals recommend
Gold Coast Wax Museum
56 Ferny AveGold Coast Wax Museum. Come and see Famous People of the present and past in wax, and see the punishments of the past in our Chamber of Horrors.
Surfers Paradise Beer Garden
Orchid AvenueBeach
Entertainment & Activities
Awaken the senses - Adrenaline, Power, Excitement, Views - The complete Jetboat experience - Gold Coast, AustraliaAerial ViewYoutube VideoJetboat Extreme - Gold Coast Australia’s number 1 jet boating experience offers the opportunity to see some of the area's most stunning scenery while experiencing the thrill & excitement aboard the Coast’s largest and most powerful purpose-built jet boat. A must-do activity when you visit Australia, save your jet boat experience for Jetboat Extreme.
25 locals recommend
Jet Boat Extreme
30-34 Ferny AveAwaken the senses - Adrenaline, Power, Excitement, Views - The complete Jetboat experience - Gold Coast, AustraliaAerial ViewYoutube VideoJetboat Extreme - Gold Coast Australia’s number 1 jet boating experience offers the opportunity to see some of the area's most stunning scenery while experiencing the thrill & excitement aboard the Coast’s largest and most powerful purpose-built jet boat. A must-do activity when you visit Australia, save your jet boat experience for Jetboat Extreme.
The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre is located on the Gold Coast Highway in Broadbeach, Gold Coast, Queensland.
98 locals recommend
Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre
2684-2690 Gold Coast HwyThe Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre is located on the Gold Coast Highway in Broadbeach, Gold Coast, Queensland.
Sea World is a marine mammal park, oceanarium, and theme park located on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia.
699 locals recommend
Sea World
Seaworld DrSea World is a marine mammal park, oceanarium, and theme park located on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia.
Warner Bros. Movie World is a movie related theme park on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia.
647 locals recommend
Warner Bros. Movie World
Pacific MotorwayWarner Bros. Movie World is a movie related theme park on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia.
Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast is a massive water park situated in Oxenford, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia,
285 locals recommend
Wet 'n' Wild station
Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast is a massive water park situated in Oxenford, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia,
Reward yourself with an experience of a lifetime and ride the world's most modern and environmentally friendly amphibious vehicle, the Quack’rDuck on the Gold Coast
9 locals recommend
Quack'rDuck - Duck Bus Gold Coast Attractions
7 Elkhorn AveReward yourself with an experience of a lifetime and ride the world's most modern and environmentally friendly amphibious vehicle, the Quack’rDuck on the Gold Coast
Great place for a family day out and just across the the road from beaches and restaurants.
11 locals recommend
Surfers Paradise Esplanade
Great place for a family day out and just across the the road from beaches and restaurants.
Whales In Paradise | Gold Coast Whale Watching Pty Ltd
10a Cavill AveWhale Watching
Go Vertical SUP- Stand Up Paddleboards on the Gold Coast, offering top quality board hire, lessons and tours, ask about our private lessons or tours. GV SUP has been operating on the Gold Coast for over 6 years and we take pride in our reputation!
8 locals recommend
Go Vertical Stand Up Paddleboard Hire
19 River DrGo Vertical SUP- Stand Up Paddleboards on the Gold Coast, offering top quality board hire, lessons and tours, ask about our private lessons or tours. GV SUP has been operating on the Gold Coast for over 6 years and we take pride in our reputation!
Padlockd Escape Rooms
3177 Surfers Paradise BlvdEscape room center
Getting Around
Appel Park
10 Ferny AveApple Park Bus stop
Cavill Avenue station
Tram Stop
Gold Coast Airport
Eastern AvenueAirport
Europcar Gold Coast Surfers Paradise
81 Surfers Paradise BlvdCar Rental
Remembrance Dr at Bruce Bishop Car Park station
Bus Station
Ferny Ave at Palm Avenue station
Bus Station
Remembrance Dr at Markwell Avenue station
Bus Station
Thomas Dr near Parnoo St station
Bus Station
Thomas Dr near Burra St station
Bus Station
Surfers Paradise Cypress Avenue Bus Stop station
Cypress AvenueBus Station
Parks & Nature
The three-kilometer strip of golden sand between Surfers Paradise and the Pacific Ocean is Australia's iconic beach, a postcard-perfect locale that conjures up 'paradise' to millions. Throughout the year, our beach welcomes swimmers, joggers, surfers and strollers from around the Gold Coast, around Australia and around the World.
259 locals recommend
Surfers Paradise Beer Garden
Orchid AvenueThe three-kilometer strip of golden sand between Surfers Paradise and the Pacific Ocean is Australia's iconic beach, a postcard-perfect locale that conjures up 'paradise' to millions. Throughout the year, our beach welcomes swimmers, joggers, surfers and strollers from around the Gold Coast, around Australia and around the World.
Broadbeach is a suburb in the City of Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. At the 2011 Census, Broadbeach had a population of 4,614
311 locals recommend
Broadbeach
Broadbeach is a suburb in the City of Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. At the 2011 Census, Broadbeach had a population of 4,614
Main Beach is an affluent beachside suburb on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia.
72 locals recommend
Main Beach
Main Beach is an affluent beachside suburb on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia.
Burleigh Heads is a suburb in the City of Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia.
260 locals recommend
Burleigh Heads
Burleigh Heads is a suburb in the City of Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia.
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is a heritage-listed zoological garden at 28 Tomewin Street, Currumbin, Queensland, Australia.
786 locals recommend
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
28 Tomewin StCurrumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is a heritage-listed zoological garden at 28 Tomewin Street, Currumbin, Queensland, Australia.
Tiki Reserve
73 Cavill AvePark
Lionel Perry Park
52 Peninsular DrPark
Neal Shannon Park
10 Beach RdPark
Eileen Peters Park
5 EsplanadePark
Peacock enclosure
Park
Shopping
An enviable selection of oceanfront dining options, just steps away from our famous beach, are waiting for you at Soul Boardwalk in Surfers Paradise. At Soul Boardwalk, you will find beach and street-wear shopping to complement the premier casual dining precinct in Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast. Come see us soon, rediscover Surfers Paradise at its best and feed your Soul.
Soul Boardwalk
4 EsplanadeAn enviable selection of oceanfront dining options, just steps away from our famous beach, are waiting for you at Soul Boardwalk in Surfers Paradise. At Soul Boardwalk, you will find beach and street-wear shopping to complement the premier casual dining precinct in Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast. Come see us soon, rediscover Surfers Paradise at its best and feed your Soul.
The Oasis Shopping Centre is located on the Broadbeach Mall in Broadbeach, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia.
89 locals recommend
The Oracle
3 Oracle BvdThe Oasis Shopping Centre is located on the Broadbeach Mall in Broadbeach, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia.
Pacific Fair is a major shopping centre in Broadbeach Waters on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. It was Queensland's largest regional shopping centre until 2006
1254 locals recommend
Pacific Fair Shopping Centre
32 Hooker BlvdPacific Fair is a major shopping centre in Broadbeach Waters on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. It was Queensland's largest regional shopping centre until 2006
Circle on Cavill is a $551 million commercial development with two residential towers built by the Sunland Group and positioned in a key city block in the heart of the Surfers Paradise CBD, neighbouring with Towers of Chevron Renaissance shopping mall and resort apartment complex.
12 locals recommend
Circle on Cavill Shopping Centre
3184 Surfers Paradise BlvdCircle on Cavill is a $551 million commercial development with two residential towers built by the Sunland Group and positioned in a key city block in the heart of the Surfers Paradise CBD, neighbouring with Towers of Chevron Renaissance shopping mall and resort apartment complex.
Paradise Centre is a shopping centre located in Surfers Paradise, Queensland on the Gold Coast. It is located in the tourist district on Cavill Avenue and has stores selling a variety of goods
50 locals recommend
Paradise Centre
2 Cavill AveParadise Centre is a shopping centre located in Surfers Paradise, Queensland on the Gold Coast. It is located in the tourist district on Cavill Avenue and has stores selling a variety of goods
The Chevron Renaissance Shopping Centre is a retail complex located in Surfers Paradise, on the Gold Coast of Queensland, Australia. It is part of the Chevron Renaissance development that also includes the Towers of Chevron Renaissance apartments and hotel
23 locals recommend
Chevron Renaissance Shopping Centre
3240 Surfers Paradise BlvdThe Chevron Renaissance Shopping Centre is a retail complex located in Surfers Paradise, on the Gold Coast of Queensland, Australia. It is part of the Chevron Renaissance development that also includes the Towers of Chevron Renaissance apartments and hotel
The Mark Centre
3 Orchid AveShopping Mall
Rubi Centro Shopping Centre
Shopping Mall
Capri on Via Roma
15-21 Via RomaShopping Mall
Australia Fair Shopping Centre is a dual-level regional shopping centre covering 59,540 square metres located in Southport, Gold Coast, Queensland. The centre also incorporates a five-level office tower comprising 5,824 square metres of office space, housing specialist services and commercial offices.
187 locals recommend
Australia Fair Shopping Centre
42 Marine ParadeAustralia Fair Shopping Centre is a dual-level regional shopping centre covering 59,540 square metres located in Southport, Gold Coast, Queensland. The centre also incorporates a five-level office tower comprising 5,824 square metres of office space, housing specialist services and commercial offices.
Drinks & Nightlife
Boisterous venue with regular live music, DJs and sports screened on 16 TVs, plus hearty pub grub.
53 locals recommend
The Avenue - Surfers Paradise
15 Orchid AvenueBoisterous venue with regular live music, DJs and sports screened on 16 TVs, plus hearty pub grub.
With its luxurious accommodation and spa, iconic bars, restaurants and entertainment precincts, alongside the thrills of a world-class casino, The Star Gold Coast is Australia's five-star fun-parlour.
532 locals recommend
The Star Gold Coast Casino
1 Casino DrWith its luxurious accommodation and spa, iconic bars, restaurants and entertainment precincts, alongside the thrills of a world-class casino, The Star Gold Coast is Australia's five-star fun-parlour.
DJs, live music and cocktails in a large, retro-chic nightclub hung with artworks and mirror balls.
19 locals recommend
Elsewhere
23 Cavill AveDJs, live music and cocktails in a large, retro-chic nightclub hung with artworks and mirror balls.
Popular place with outdoor tables and a wide-ranging menu from breakfast to pizza and cocktails.
Central Lounge Bar & Dining
27 Orchid AvePopular place with outdoor tables and a wide-ranging menu from breakfast to pizza and cocktails.
Stylish hotel bar with round windows and leather wall panels, mixing classic and creative cocktails.
16 locals recommend
FIX Bar
6 Orchid AveStylish hotel bar with round windows and leather wall panels, mixing classic and creative cocktails.
Traditional watering hole with weekly live music, offering hearty food and Guinness on tap.
36 locals recommend
Waxy's Irish Pub
3206 Surfers Paradise BlvdTraditional watering hole with weekly live music, offering hearty food and Guinness on tap.
Hip, upscale hotel lounge with an industrial-chic interior, weekend DJs & Mexican-focused bar eats.
51 locals recommend
Stingray
7 Staghorn AveHip, upscale hotel lounge with an industrial-chic interior, weekend DJs & Mexican-focused bar eats.
Bright, nautical-themed establishment with water views, plus cocktails and an eclectic bistro menu.
21 locals recommend
Helm Bar & Bistro
34 Ferny AveBright, nautical-themed establishment with water views, plus cocktails and an eclectic bistro menu.
Buzzing, 2-storey nightspot with a cocktail lounge, a dance floor and DJs playing house music.
35 locals recommend
Melbas On The Park
46 Cavill AveBuzzing, 2-storey nightspot with a cocktail lounge, a dance floor and DJs playing house music.
Steaks & casual eats provided in a modern 3-story venue with a beer garden & basement sports bar.
9 locals recommend
Clock Hotel
3282 Surfers Paradise BlvdSteaks & casual eats provided in a modern 3-story venue with a beer garden & basement sports bar.
If you’re looking for a venue with delectable food, one-of-a-kind drinks and live entertainment, you’ve found the right place. Offering a wide range of local and imported beverages, Steampunk Surfers Paradise offers a vibrant atmosphere for a mid-week pick-me-up or a weekend finale.
43 locals recommend
Steampunk Surfers Paradise
3113 Surfers Paradise BlvdIf you’re looking for a venue with delectable food, one-of-a-kind drinks and live entertainment, you’ve found the right place. Offering a wide range of local and imported beverages, Steampunk Surfers Paradise offers a vibrant atmosphere for a mid-week pick-me-up or a weekend finale.