The Gold Coast, or surfer’s paradise as many would call it, is situated in the sunshine state of Queensland and only an hour drive from Brisbane. Best known for its large swathes of golden sandy beaches and promenades all along the eastern coastline, the area is also home to many popular amusement parks, conservation sanctuaries, luxurious hotels and serviced apartments. It’s close location to Brisbane means that this makes this destination the perfect family getaway for visitors from near and far.
With so many attractions both natural and manmade in the Gold Coast, it can be hard to choose what to do. Here is an itinerary for a 5D4N stay in the Gold Coast with the top attractions that you don’t want to miss.
Day 1: Warner Bros. Movie World Theme Park
Warner Bros. Movie World is Australia’s number 1 amusement park that keeps staying current with regular expansions and refurbishments of existing areas. Coming in 2024 is an entirely new zone to the park themed as the ‘Wizard of Oz’ which will include a suspended rollercoaster, a boomerang racer and immersive experiences for guests. Additionally, a flash rollercoaster is also in the works set to open in the near future standing 30 meters tall at its peak. With all your superheroes and celebrity icons in one spot, it’s time to pull out the camera and get ready for the flashes! The park is open year-round and definitely a great family-friendly attraction for the children.
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Price:
Child – $78.66 SGD / $58.55 USD
Adult – $86.52 SGD / $64.40 USD and can be bought here:
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Address: Pacific Motorway, Oxenford Queensland 4210
Day 2: Sea World Marine Park
Sea World Marine Park on the Gold Coast provides a unique experience of mixing a marine mammal park, oceanarium and theme park all in one. Sea World Gold Coast, heavily prides itself on the genuine care of its underwater friends, providing guests with educational seminars, activities and shows to better understand the importance of these mammals and the conservation of them. Sea World even sets up a foundation that aims to better understand, protect and conserve marine life for future generations.
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There is surely something for everyone here. Thrill seekers can also chase the Leviathan game experience, riding the top-rated roller coaster countless times to rack up points and collect limited edition eggs to hatch your own leviathan.
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Price:
Child – $80.41 SGD / $60.36 USD
Adult – $83.03 SGD / $61.82 USD and can be bought here:
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Address: Seaworld Drive, Main Beach Queensland 4217
Village Roadshow 3-Day Escape Pass
The Village Show Roadshow 3 Day Escape Pass is a perfect option for families who are interested in visiting the 3 main theme parks in the Gold Coast. This pass is inclusive of Warner Bros. Movie World, Sea World and Wet’n’Wild. The pass allows you to visit these 3 parks over a 5-day consecutive time period from visiting the first park.
Price:
Child – $144.21 SGD / $108.27 USD
Adult – $151.20 SGD / $112.55 USD and can be bought here:
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Day 3: Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Currrumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the longest running natural attractions on the Queensland coast. Have the opportunity to explore the native fauna of the Queensland state whilst coming up close and personal with the cutest and furriest of native animals. Daily shows are scheduled here to show off the diverse population of wildlife species here ranging from birds to smaller mammals and marsupials.
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Price:
Child – $39.33 SGD / $29.25 USD
Adult – $48.94 SGD / $36.42 USD and can be bought here:
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Address: 28 Tomewin St, Currumbin QLD 4223
25 minutes south of Surfers Paradise and 10 minutes north of Coolangatta. 5 minutes north of Gold Coast Airport.
Day 4: Paradise Country
Coming from such faraway lands, no stay in Australia is complete without having an authentic encounter with nature. At Paradise Country, it is more than just a farm, offering day visits as well as farm stays to complete your trip.
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Paradise Country offers a Sunday breakfast tour around the farm which gives tourists great views of koalas munching away on their eucalyptus leaves coupled with an informative presentation session. You will even have the opportunity to get up close and pose while carrying one of the koalas for a photo session. After visiting the koalas up close, a full traditional breakfast awaits you. This tour also includes general admission to the rest of the farm, so remember to make the most out of your day there.
Price:
Child – $34.08 SGD / $25.37 USD
Adult – $42.82 SGD / $31.86 USD which can be bought here:
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Address: Production Drive, Oxenford Queensland 4210
Day 5: Sky Point Observation Deck Gold Coast
On your last day, if you have a bit of time in the morning or early afternoon before your flight home, why not check out the entire Gold Coast from the top? At Q1, 322.5 meters up, your view extends from Brisbane in the far North all the way down to Byron Bay. Look out across the entire coastline or spot the mountains in the far distance, this is Australia’s only beach side observation deck.
Having lunch here with these spectacular views is a great way to spend your last few hours on the Gold Coast. If you have extra time, you could also consider taking a stroll down by the beach front and take in that salty sea breeze air one last time!
Price:
Child – $18.35 SGD / $13.66 USD
Adult – $26.22 SGD / $19.52 USD and can be bought here:
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Address: Level 77 of Q1 Resort, 9 Hamilton Avenue, Surfers Paradise Queensland 4217
