Gold Coast Travel Maps & Location Guides

Known as Elston until the 1920s, Surfers Paradise is the unoffi cial capital of the Gold Coast. It is a unique and exciting city centre and an eternally popular holiday destination, with a wide range of activities and attractions. Restaurants, bars and.. read more

The ever-popular country markets here teem with local produce and high quality craftwork. Galleries display the well-respected works of the local art community. A smattering of high quality restaurants serve exquisite meals to appreciative patrons, while.. read more

Broadbeach is somewhat quieter than Surfers Paradise to the north, but boasts and excellent stretch of beach, dining and shopping options. Broadbeach Mall and Surf Parade are lined with trendy outdoor cafes and restaurants, and beachfront craft markets.. read more

Burleigh Heads has a chilled out, beach atmosphere with several alfresco restaurants, bars and cafes. This relaxed charm exudes from everything in Burleigh, making it a perfect holiday destination. Burleigh Heads is nestled beneath the rolling Burleigh.. read more

Coolangatta boasts some of the region's most beautiful beaches and best surfing. The most difficult surf break is at Point Danger while Kirra Point is also popular among the more experienced surfers. The rugged headland of Point Danger gives way to delightful.. read more

Currumbin can be distinguished from other beaches by the Currumbin Rock. Standing several metres tall, the rock separates the two beaches of Currumbin and offers an excellent vantage point to watch the local surfers brave the waves. There are also expansive.. read more

Accommodation options include serviced and self-contained apartments, motels and a popular waterfront tourist park. The area also offers a wide variety of restaurants. read more

Main Beach is famous for its luxurious apartments and hotels, such as Palazzo Versace, as well as its one-off local boutiques, designer clothing and award-winning restaurants at the nearby Marina Mirage. The cafes on Tedder Avenue are a local favourite and a great place.. read more

The Miami Surf Life Saving Club also offers a great respite from the heat for a refreshing drink or delicious dinner. There are several accommodation options available nearby too. read more

Located 62 kilometres from Brisbane and sitting on the edge of the escarpment behind the city of the Gold Coast, Tamborine Mountain is both an actual geological phenomenon (the result of an outpouring of lava from Mount Warning) and also a collective.. read more

South Stradbroke Island is mostly undeveloped with the main activities focusing on enjoyment of the outdoors: surfing, bushwalking, swimming and canoeing. It is this aspect of ‘South Straddie', as the locals fondly call it, that offers a welcome diversion.. read more

Southport, just north of Surfers Paradise, is a great place to stay if you want to be close to all the action without actually being in the heart of it. Here you will find a variety of accommodation, the Broadwater's beautiful picnic areas and terrific.. read more

Springbrook, dominating the skyline west of Broadbeach, is a wonderful retreat with a choice of excellent dining at small cafes and affordable accommodation. Nestled between Lamington National Park and the coastline, Springbrook National Park is renowned.. read more

Just a 30 minute drive from Murwillumbah and the rain forests of Mt Warning and Springbrook National Parks, the area has re-established itself as a family resort destination. There is plenty of accommodation to choose from, ranging from 4 star hotels.. read more

Visitors can take a walk through the sawmill's old tramway tunnel cut through sandstone, where the walls show the scars caused by logs jamming against them. The beautiful timbers used in the interior of St Luke's Church also bear testimony to Canungra's.. read more

Kirra Point has challenging waves for the experienced surfer, as well as smaller waves closer to shore for beginners. It is a great place to watch the experts at work and get some pointers if you are learning to surf. Try hiring a longboard for the day.. read more

Mermaid Beach is, however, known for its ‘millionaire's row' of beachfront homes. Many prestigious business owners buy and sell the beautiful beachfront properties on the famed Hedges Avenue because of its location and prestige. Mermaid offers several accommodation.. read more

Nerang meaning 'little' was the euphonious name given to the beautiful river flowing through the scenic and fertile country of Ward, by its Aboriginal inhabitants. read more

Tamborine Mountain provides many opportunities for holiday enjoyment. Explore the beautiful Tamborine Mountain National Park with its cascading waterfalls, rainforest walking tracks and remarkable coastal vistas. Take time to wander along Gallery Walk.. read more