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First Time in Gold Coast: What to See & Do

57km of surf beaches backed by theme parks and rainforest hinterland — Australia's playground. The essential first-timer's hit list for Gold Coast — the tours, tickets and experiences worth your limited days, all bookable in one place.

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1h

Gold Coast Airport: Shared Transfer to Gold Coast Suburbs

Con-x-ion airport shuttle is the swift, efficient, comfortable and safe way to travel to your Gold Coast Accommodation directly to the door!

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From $23 a person
45 min

Gold Coast 45-Minute Jet Boat Ride - More Time, More Action

Get ready for the most exhilarating marine adventure on the Gold Coast with Arro Jet.

  • 5.0★ · 94 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $49 a person
1h to 2h

Luxury Airport Transfer Gold Coast-Brisbane / Brisbane-Gold Coast

Travel in comfort and ease with our reliable private airport transfer service between Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast or vice versa.

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From $63 a person
1h

The Perth Mint Gold Tour

The Perth Mint offers a unique combination of attractions which allow you to experience all the magic, allure and wonder of gold.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $18 a person
Illusions that appear to go all the way to infinity!
30 min to 40 min

Infinity Attraction - Admission

INFINITY is unlike any other attraction on the Gold Coast.

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From $23 a person
2h

Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass

Cruise the stunning Gold Coast waterways aboard the city’s only hop-on hop-off explorer and best-value sightseeing tour.

  • 4.8★ · 78 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $32 a person
2h 30m

Gold Coast Kayaking & Snorkelling Tour (2.5 Hours)

As our guest, you’ll be warmly welcomed by fantastic and friendly guides before paddling across the beautiful Broadwater to a hidden island just minutes from the city.

  • Top-rated · 4.7★
  • Free cancellation
From $70 a person
6h to 7h

Gold Coast Australia Warner Bros. Movie World Admission Ticket

• Book in advance to avoid waiting in the ticketing queue • It features Thrilling rides, DC Super Heroes, live shows & more • Perfect for families and people of all ages • Open...

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From $85 a person
Quack'rDuck back onto land
1h 5m

Gold Coast Quack'rDuck Amphibious Tour from Surfers Paradise

Reward yourself with an experience of a lifetime and ride aboard the Worlds most modern amphibious Quack’rDuck.

  • 4.5★ · 87 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $39 a person
1h 30m

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

Unwind in style with our 1.5-hour Sunset sightseeing Cruise, the perfect way to take in the stunning beauty of Surfers Paradise skyline, Marina Mirage, and the Gold Coast...

  • 4.7★ · 148 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $39 a person
Everyone wants their photo here
2h

Learn to Surf at Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast

Learn to surf at Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast in Queensland, one of Australia's most iconic surf destinations.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $59 a person
Sunset jump with Gold Coast Skydive
2h 30m

Gold Coast Tandem Skydive

Take the plunge and tandem skydive over the Gold Coast's beautiful beaches.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $372 a person
2h

Surfers Paradise - 2 Hour Gold Coast Sightseeing Cruise

Discover the Gold Coast in style on a 2-hour sightseeing cruise along Hopo’s vibrant ferry route.

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From $21 a person
2h

Gold Coast Buffet Lunch Sightseeing Cruise

Set sail on the stunning waters of the Gold Coast on this exclusive, two-hour lunch and sightseeing cruise, departing from a convenient spot in the heart of Surfers Paradise.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $63 a person
1h 30m

Gold Coast Parasailing – Tandem & Triple Flights

• Enjoy the thrills of parasailing for you and a friend or partner in this experience  • Great gift idea or idea for a fun & memorable experience  • Soar in the sky 400ft high...

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $70 a person
30 min

Gold Coast 30-Minute Jet Boat Ride - More Speed, More Spins

The Gold Coast Classic Jet Boat Ride offers an exhilarating 30-minute adventure that takes excitement to a whole new level.

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From $35 a person
Sea Life Sydney
720h to 1440h

Sydney Attractions Pass: SEA LIFE Aquarium, Sydney Tower Eye, WILD LIFE Zoo and Madame Tussauds

Visit your choice of two, three or four of Sydney’s most popular attractions at your own pace with this Sydney combo pass.

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From $35 a person
2h to 4h

ArtVo Gold Coast – Queensland’s First Trick Art Gallery

Stepping into a world of optical illusions, the larger than life murals allow people of all ages to come face to face with wild animals, scale rocky crevasses and surf the...

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $21 a person
2h 50m

Whale Watching Tour with Spirit of Gold Coast

Get excited and be amazed on this 2.5 hour Gold Coast Whale Watching tour.

  • 4.6★ · 894 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $52 a person
2h 30m

Gold Coast Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise

Board The Spirit of Elston and become immersed in this unique and delectable dining experience.

  • 4.6★ · 220 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $98 a person
30 min

Australia's First Upside Down House Photo Experience

Enter the House Down Under and experience the world in an inverted perspective!

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From $15 a person
1h

Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Gold Coast

⭐ Top-Rated Vacation Photoshoots 2025 We're not just photographers, we're storytellers capturing your holiday exactly as it feels. With over six years of experience photographing...

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From $150 a person
Bride to Be Gold Coast
1h to 4h

Gold Coast Boat Hire Self-Drive with No License Required

Sea the Sights and stand out from the others - experience the thrill of being your own captain onboard our fleet of affordable, unique electric boats for hire, providing the...

  • 4.9★ · 58 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $117 a person
1h

Aquaduck Gold Coast 1 hour City and River Tour

1 hour Aquaduck city and river tour.

  • 4.5★ · 381 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $46 a person