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Things to See & Do

The Gold Coast is Australia’s favourite playground, and the perfect destination to spend your Schoolies holiday filling you day with fun and adventure. There is something for everyone, the stunning beaches are just the start! There is so much to entertain; theme parks, wildlife sanctuaries, natural wonders, a vibrant bar and dining scene, water sports, fabulous shopping and so much more.

Schoolies.com have pulled together some of the best experiences that await you on the Gold Coast when you check-in for your Schoolies holiday with your crew. To redeem deals offers please present Schoolies.com passport.

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Stigma Health

30% of STI testing exclusively for Schoolies

Before you hit the beach, the bars and… whatever else happens after midnight, there’s one thing worth ticking off your party prep list: STI testing. Schoolies get an exclusive 30% off testing using code SCHOOLIES at check-out.

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SKINKANDY

SkinKandy is taking over Schoolies Gold Coast 2025 with the ultimate piercing deal you don’t want to miss! 🎉 

We are celebrating in true SkinKandy style with an exclusive 2-for-1 piercings offer. Double up on your favourite piercings, and create memories that last forever with safe, professional piercings from the Global Leaders in Body Piercing. Don’t wait - book in your dream piercing! Walk-ins available or book now - this deal is only available for Schoolies attendees during Schoolies Gold Coast 2025. 

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City Beach

Enjoy 20% at City Beach!

City Beach has got your Schoolies fits covered. Schoolies.com customers get an exclusive 20% discount to use in-store (Schoolies ID required) or online using the code CBSCHOOLIES2025. This offer is only valid during Schoolies week!

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Archie Brothers, Hijinx Hotel, Holey Moley & Strike Bowling

$14 activities!

We've got your schoolies fun sorted, all under one roof! Bowl and let the good times roll at Strike, putt loose at Holey Moley, adventure in Hijinx Hotel’s challenge rooms, plus dodgems, VR, arcades and more at Archie Brothers. $14 never felt so fun!   Enjoy activities from just $14 this schoolies week! Simply show this offer when walking in to redeem. Offer valid during schoolies week. Valid for 1 game of bowling, 1 set of challenge rooms, 1 hour of timeplay or 9 holes of golf. Not redeemable for ticket or prize machines. Not to be used with any other offer, promotion or party package. Subject to availability. 

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Tours & Attractions

Sun Sailing

Relax and reset. Sail on the Gold Coast Broadwater.

Escape the partying and come sailing with us. We offer two hour shared cruises on our 38ft yacht. Morning, lunchtime or afternoons available. Food and drinks included. $10 off our retail price by entering “schoolies” at checkout. Book online now.

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INFINITY Attraction

$22 Admission for Schoolies Only

It’s not Schoolies on the GC without hitting INFINITY! Step into the Time Tunnel and get lost in a wild world of lights, illusions and laughs. It’s the Gold Coast ritual everyone knows. A trip that’ll mess with your mind (in the best way). Just flash your Schoolies ID at the door or book online with promo code: SCHOOLIES to score entry for $22.

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Dracula’s Gold Coast

25% Off Dinner & Show Tickets for Schoolies

Use the code SCHOOLIES25 and receive 25% off B-Reserve tickets. Tickets include three-course meal, ghost train ride and three-part live variety show. Valid for Tuesday - Thursday nights between 24/11/205 - 11/12/2025, up to 11 people. Must be used at the time of booking. T&Cs Apply.

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Level Up Arcade

DOUBLE DOLLARS

Whatever you spend on arcade credit we will double it! Mon-Thur: 10am–8pm Friday: 10am–10pm Saturday: 9am–10pm Sunday: 9am–8pm

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Artesian Hospitality

Schoolies 2025 VIP Benefits

Unlock major Schoolies offers and benefits across the best clubs on the GC including Bedroom, Havana and Tempo! Step 1: Register via the Schoolies Sign Up link Step 2: Download the App Step 3: Sign up using the SAME email you used to register

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Surf In Paradise

Discounted Schoolies Surf Lessons. Fun in ideal location!

Surf Lesson for only $55! (usually $75). Grab your mates for a fun surf lesson in the best location for beginners on the Gold Coast! 9.30am, 11.30am and 1.30pm daily. Free transfers available for groups of 3 or more. Call or text to book now 0410722034.

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Odyssey Jet Ski Tours

$30 OFF ALL JET SKI TOURS!

$30 OFF ALL JET SKI TOURS - use code SCHOOLIES30 online and show your lanyard in store! Promo prices start from $45pp on a twinshare basis! The only jet ski hire in Surfers - no licence required and only a 5 min walk from Cavill Ave!

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Eclipse Escape Rooms

30% Off Schoolies Special at Gold Coast’s Largest & Most Immersive Escape Rooms

Take your Schoolies to the next level at Eclipse Escape Rooms, the most immersive and high-tech escape rooms on the Gold Coast! Located in Chevron Renaissance, our four epic adventures will test your teamwork and courage — with scary rooms, live actors, and mind-bending puzzles that’ll get your team thinking. Grab your mates and take on the largest escape rooms on the Coast, with space for 10+ players per room! Book online through our website and use the code SCHOOLIES30 at checkout to score 30% off your booking.

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Paradise Waterbikes

Waterbikes Experience Special – 2 for 1

Offer: Waterbikes Experience Special – 2 for 1 Valid: 22 Nov – 7 Dec 2025 Redeem: Online, phone or in person T&Cs: Subject to availability. Not combinable with other offers. Standard booking T&Cs apply.

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MANIAX Axe-Throwing

20% Off 1-Hour Standard Session

Looking for something different to do this Schoolies week? Get 20% off 1-hour Standard Sessions at MANIAX Axe Throwing Gold Coast—exclusive for Schoolies.com customers! Just show your Schoolies ID in-store or use code SCHOOLIES25 online. Hurry, offer valid only during Schoolies week! T&C's apply

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Other World HQ

Over 25% Off Attractions!

Step into Other World HQ, Surfers Paradise’s most immersive entertainment universe. Choose your challenge and lose yourself in another world: The Forgotten Arcade - A mind-bending escape room where the retro games have taken control! The Cursed Passage - A horror escape experience that will push your courage to the limit Saboteurs - An ‘Among Us’-style real-life strategy game of lies, teamwork, and betrayal! Plus, our full Arcade packed with classic and modern games for endless fun. Use code 25SCHOOLIES when booking online to unlock the deal of the year.

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Door Seven Haunted House

$10 Haunted House Tickets!

Step into the darkness and face your fears at Door Seven, Surfers Paradise’s most terrifying haunted house experience! Sever immersive horror themed rooms, eerie screams, and live actors lurking in the shadows, will you make it out alive? Tickets just $10 each for Schoolies! Use code SCAREME to book online and secure your spot... if you’re brave enough.

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Skirmish Gold Coast

Enjoy a $5 discount off your $49 paintball game

Your paintball game includes: Semi-Auto Paintball Gun, Full Face Mask, Camo Coveralls, Field Action, 100 paintballs and a hell of a lot of FUN! Bookings Essential. All players must be 15 years and over. Photo I.D. required. Please wear enclosed shoes. We look forward to seeing you all on the Paintball Field.

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Arro Jet

School’s Out Thrills Are In! Ride the Arro for just $50 (normally $79)

Brace yourself for high octane fun with the Gold Coast’s most exhilarating Jet Boat experience. 55 minute jetboat experience, departing from the heart of Surfers Paradise, high-speed turns, electrifying spins & jaw-dropping manoeuvres.

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Aquaduck Gold Coast

20% off tickets for our 1 hour City and River Tour

Offer: 20% off tickets Promo code: SCHOOLIES25 Valid: 22 Nov – 7 Dec 2025 Redeem: Online, phone or in person T&Cs: Subject to availability. Not combinable with other offers. Standard booking T&Cs apply.

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Airtrain

Direct from Brisbane Airport to the Gold Coast

Airtrain and Tram is a seamless journey between Brisbane Airport and Surfers Paradise with a simple change at Helensvale station. One ticket is all you need to travel using Airtrain and the G:link tram. Our reliable service operates from early morning to late evening, ensuring you reach your destination comfortably and on time. Book your ticket at airtrain.com.au

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Surfers Paradise River Cruises

Adults at Kids Price

Adults at Kids price on all our cruises during schoolies. All our cruises are 1.5 hour duration and includes complimentary snacks with commentary onboard about the local area while cruising along the Nerang river. We also have a fully licensed bar onboard for beverage purchases. Our Daily Cruises: Morning Cruise - 10:30am - 12:00pm - $20 pp Midday Cruise - 12:30pm - 1:30pm - $10 pp Afternoon Cruise - 2:00pm - 3:30pm - $20 pp Sunset Cruise - 5:00pm - 6:30pm - $20 pp City Lights Cruise - 6:45pm - 8:15pm - $20 pp Call us to book and use code: schoolies25 to receive your discount!

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Putt Putt Mermaid Beach

Day or night, it’s always game on at Putt Putt Mermaid Beach!

Celebrate finishing school with a fun round of mini golf! Play any of our themed courses — Waterways, Fun Run or Jungle Trail — for just $16 when you show your Schoolies Pass. Tee off from 9am or swing by after dark for Twilight Mini Golf. No bookings needed…. just rock up, swing by the licensed 19th Hole and play!

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Archie Brothers, Hijinx Hotel, Holey Moley & Strike Bowling

$14 activities!

We've got your schoolies fun sorted, all under one roof! Bowl and let the good times roll at Strike, putt loose at Holey Moley, adventure in Hijinx Hotel’s challenge rooms, plus dodgems, VR, arcades and more at Archie Brothers. $14 never felt so fun!   Enjoy activities from just $14 this schoolies week! Simply show this offer when walking in to redeem. Offer valid during schoolies week. Valid for 1 game of bowling, 1 set of challenge rooms, 1 hour of timeplay or 9 holes of golf. Not redeemable for ticket or prize machines. Not to be used with any other offer, promotion or party package. Subject to availability. 

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Fox in a Box Escape Rooms

30% Off Fox in a Box Escape Rooms. The highest rated rooms on the Gold Coast

Ready to celebrate Schoolies with something epic? Gather your crew and take on the ultimate challenge at Fox in a Box Gold Coast, the city’s top-rated escape rooms! Whether you’re breaking out of prison, cracking the Zodiac Killer’s code, or surviving the Zombie Lab, it’s the perfect mix of adrenaline, teamwork, and laughs. And for Schoolies week, score 30% off all rooms for groups of 3 or more with code SCHOOLIES30. Book now and make your Schoolies one to remember!

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GC Aqua Park

20% Sessions @ GC Aqua Park

All schoolies get 20% off sessions at GC Aqua Park.

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SkyPoint Observation Deck & Climb

20% OFF FOR SCHOOLIES

Take on Australia's highest external building climb! This must-do Gold Coast Adventure takes you to the top of the iconic Q1 building, 270m high. Tickets include the 90 minutes experience and entry to the SkyPoint Observation Deck before or after your climb. Schoolies receive 20% off day climb experiences. Show your Schoolies ID on arrival.

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Get Wet Surf School

20% of Beginner Surf Lessons at Gold Coast's Fav Surf School

Celebrate finishing school with 20% off our beginner surf lessons, exclusively for Schoolies! Grab your mates and try something new as you ride the waves together. No experience needed – just bring your energy and sense of adventure! Redeem your discount by booking online with the code 'SCHOOLIES20'

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Padlock'd Escape Rooms

Over 25% Off Escape Rooms!

Take your Schoolies experience to the next level with 16 incredible escape rooms across two venues in Surfers Paradise, including EXTRA SCARY rooms with Live Actors that will get your heart racing! Come in early, grab a drink at the onsite bar, shoot some pool, and get ready to make unforgettable memories with your friends. Book online now using the code 25SCHOOLIES to lock in your adventure.

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Zero Latency Gold Coast

Enjoy 30% off Zero Latency when booking 3+ players and Buy 1 Get 1 Free Axe Throwing using code: SCHOOLIES2025

Choose your squad and get ready for the most intense, immersive, free-roam virtual reality experiences around. Pick adventures including zombie apocalypses, space station shooters or escape from bloodthirsty pirates. Or unleash your inner warrior at Axe Throwing GC, where traditional meets tech for an unmatched adrenaline rush! Engage in throwing real axes with interactive games and watch your scores come to life. You could even try our vrCAVE Escape Room! Like a traditional escape room, but in free-roam virtual reality with unique puzzles to solve; travel through time, fight dragons, explore the depths of the ocean and more. Please call to receive Axe Throwing deal.

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Australian Surfing Adventures

20% OFF - The best surf lesson package on the Gold Coast

What better place to learn how to surf than the iconic Gold Coast? This is a must-do experience and something you will be able to brag about for years to come. The Gold Coast is a surfer’s paradise, with perfect waves for beginners and world-class waves for the advanced surfer. Our most popular classes are group lessons. Experience the thrill as you learn surfing, have a laugh and make new friends. With a maximum of five students per instructor, you get lots of attention. We teach you the best techniques and tips to get you surfing all the way to the beach.

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Eat, Drink & Shop

Unicorn Piercing Professionals

Piercings, Tooth Gems & Airbrush Tattoos!!

Our schoolies deals: - 2 piercings for $70 including jewellery - can be split between 2 people just has to be 1 transaction. - FREE Tooth Gems for Schoolies - FREE Schoolies Airbrush Tattoos We are giving Schoolies FREE tooth gems and FREE schoolies airbrush tattoos. No catches!!! Just here to make your schoolies memorable!! Walk-ins only.

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Steampunk Surfers Paradise

Schoolies Combo

Grab our $19.90 All Day Scoolies menu – Meal + Drink Combo. Cheeseburger & Chips Chicken Schnitzel & Chips Calamari Salad Half Kilo Chicken Wings – Southern Fried, Honey Soy or Franks Flavour to choose.

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White Rhino Bar & Eats

$15 Burger & Drink

Schoolies, we’ve got you covered! Any burger & drink for just $15 all day & night Show your Schoolies ID and dig in 👇 (T&Cs apply)

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El Camino Cantina

Schoolies Take Over

School’s out and it’s time to celebrate at El Camino Surfers Paradise! From November 22nd to December 6th, we’re turning up the heat with weekday specials for the Class of ’25! Think Moonshine Monday: Smooth sips and big Tex-Mex flavours, Taco Tuesday: One hour of bottomless tacos for $35PP, Wing Wednesday: All-you-can-eat wings for 90 minutes and Tequila Thursday: Cheeky drinks and that main character energy. Plus, cheeky spray-on tats available every day throughout Schoolies to mark the moment in style. Make it one to remember with your crew! 🎓🌮 T&C’s apply. 10% surcharge applies on Sundays. El Camino Cantina practices the responsible service of alcohol. Drink responsibly.

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Stigma Health

30% of STI testing exclusively for Schoolies

Before you hit the beach, the bars and… whatever else happens after midnight, there’s one thing worth ticking off your party prep list: STI testing. Schoolies get an exclusive 30% off testing using code SCHOOLIES at check-out.

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SKINKANDY

SkinKandy is taking over Schoolies Gold Coast 2025 with the ultimate piercing deal you don’t want to miss! 🎉 

We are celebrating in true SkinKandy style with an exclusive 2-for-1 piercings offer. Double up on your favourite piercings, and create memories that last forever with safe, professional piercings from the Global Leaders in Body Piercing. Don’t wait - book in your dream piercing! Walk-ins available or book now - this deal is only available for Schoolies attendees during Schoolies Gold Coast 2025. 

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Vapiano

Pizza & Pasta from $15 at Vapiano

Vapiano has got you sorted this Schoolies! Fuel up with your favourite pasta or pizza from just $15, all day, every day. Available from November 22 to December 7 at Vapiano Surfers Paradise.

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Finn McCool's

$14 Schoolies Menu!

Get your hands on the best pub meals on the Gold Coast at an exclusive Schoolies price - enjoy a feed from our $14 Schoolies Menu for only $14.This exclusive offer is available all day* for Schoolies Pass holders.

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The Cavill Hotel

$18 Schoolies Lunch Menu!

Hungry for a tasty and budget-friendly feed during Schoolies Week? The Cavill Hotel has you sorted! Fuel your party vibes with our $18 Meal + Soft Drink Combo, packed with delicious options to keep you going all day.

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City Beach

Enjoy 20% at City Beach!

City Beach has got your Schoolies fits covered. Schoolies.com customers get an exclusive 20% discount to use in-store (Schoolies ID required) or online using the code CBSCHOOLIES2025. This offer is only valid during Schoolies week!

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Benny's American Burger

Schoolies Sizzle: Bite, Sip & Save! Your week just got tastier. Check out these epic deals made for good vibes and great bites:

Monday Blues? Flip the Mood! Kickstart the week with a Cheeseburger or Classic Chicken Burger, plus a pot of XXXX Gold or a can of drink. Combo for just $16.50 Winning Wednesday Any burger + a meal deal for only $4? That’s a midweek win worth celebrating. Thursday Thunder Grab any taco and add a Sip of Margarita for just $10. Spice, sip, repeat.

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Harbour Town Premium Outlets

FREE Shopping Shuttle & Exclusive Outlet Savings

Catch the FREE Harbour Town Shopping Shuttle to Australia's largest outlet shopping destination and enjoy up to 70% off all your favourite international and Australian brands! 🛍️ Plus, unlock even more savings when you collect a Tourist Discount Card from our Tourism Lounge. 📅 Check out the Harbour Town Shuttle Timetable: https://www.harbourtowngoldcoast.com.au/visitors/getting-here

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Ben & Jerrys - Surfers Paradise

20% Off All Ice Cream Orders

Enjoy a sweet 20% discount on any ice cream order! Just show your official Schoolies ID at the counter to redeem. Perfect for a treat with friends or a solo scoop – don’t miss out on this delicious deal during Schoolies!

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TGI Fridays Surfers Paradise

Schoolies Survival Menu

School’s out and Fridays is serving up the goods! Enjoy our Lunchin’ Like a Boss menu anytime during Schoolies week — just $15.90 for favourites like burgers, chicken tenders, calamari and more. Available all day, every day for Schoolies. Simply show your Schoolies ID to redeem.

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Montezuma’s Surfers Paradise

Buy one main meal and get one free every day from 5pm

Not valid in conjunction with any other offer or discount.

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Pancakes in Paradise

Schoolies Deal!

$12.99pp all you can eat pancakes with whipped butter and maple syrup available every day 8am-2pm.

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Alma Surfers Paradise

Schoolies $10 Meal Deals - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, Meal and drink included

Get your Schoolies meal deal for just $10, including a soft drink or juice! Start your day with breakfast from 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM featuring favourites like a BBQ bacon and egg burger or a ham and cheese toastie. Lunch and dinner kick off from 11:30 AM, offering chicken, pork, or sweet potato burritos. Just show your Schoolies lanyard to claim your deal every day! 25% off full menu items.

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Paradise Centre

Paradise Centre

The newly renovated Paradise Centre offers an unparalleled collection of beachside dining, shopping, entertainment and more. Located in the heart of Surfers Paradise you have to check it out!

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Soul Boardwalk

Soul Boardwalk

Soul Boardwalk is located right in the heart of Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast, on the corner of Cavill Mall and The Esplanade. With the famous Surfers Paradise beach only 20 metres away, this is the perfect location to relax and enjoy a coffee, meal or shopping by the Pacific Ocean.

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Australia Fair Shopping Centre

Australia Fair Shopping Centre

Enjoy shopping alongside the beautiful Broadwater in the comfort of the fully air-conditioned Australia Fair Shopping Centre, with over 200 specialty stores and supermarkets. Shop the latest trends and enjoy great dining within the Food Court and the mix of restaurants. Day or night you will enjoy a movie at Event Cinemas with some of the cheapest movie tickets on the Gold Coast!

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Pacific Fair Shopping Centre

Pacific Fair Shopping Centre

Pacific Fair is the Gold Coast's unmissable shopping and dining destination, offering an expansive collection of luxury, iconic global brands and leading Australian retailers. With 400 stores, Pacific Fair offers a captivating blend of the world’s best brands, set amongst tropical landscapes and a unique outdoor ambience.

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Surfer Paradise Beachfront Markets

Surfer Paradise Beachfront Markets

Located along the iconic Surfers Paradise Foreshore, the Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets attract thousands of locals and holiday-makers EVERY Friday & Saturday evening 4PM - 9PM

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Free Activities

Best Of All Lookout

Best Of All Lookout

Best of all Lookout is located within Springbrook National Park, Springbrook Plateau section. Dominating the Gold Coast’s western skyline, Springbrook’s cool forests and mountain streams offer views of impressive landscapes, and walks among subtropical and temperate rainforest, open eucalypt forest and montane heath. Spectacular waterfalls, cascades and tumbling creeks are dominant features in this World Heritage-listed Gondwana Rainforests of Australia park.

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Lamington National Park

Lamington National Park

Lush rainforests, ancient trees, spectacular views, extensive walking tracks, exceptional ecological importance and natural beauty make this Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area an outstanding place to visit.

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Springbrook National Park - Natural Bridge

Springbrook National Park - Natural Bridge

Natural Bridge is in the western part of Springbrook National Park, part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area. The park's Natural Bridge section features a picturesque rock formation, formed by the force of the waterfall over the basalt cave. It is easily accessible from the Nerang-Murwillumbah Road car park. Follow the easy one kilometre circuit (walk in a clockwise direction) and descend through ancient Gondwana rainforest to the Natural Bridge rock arch. Hoop pines emerging from surrounding forest are living relics of the Jurassic Age, 180 million years ago. During the day spot paradise riflebirds, green catbirds, wompoo fruit-doves and also rare and threatened species like the cascade tree frog, tusked frog, sooty owl and koala. At night join a guided nocturnal tour to see the resident colony of protected glow-worms and microbats. On summer nights, also see luminous fungi and fireflies.

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Springbrook National Park

Springbrook National Park

Spectacular waterfalls, lush rainforest, ancient trees, impressive views, exceptional ecological importance and natural beauty makes Springbrook an outstanding place to visit. Springbrook National Park is part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area, one of Queensland’s five World Heritage properties and part of the World Heritage Family.

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Federation Walk

Federation Walk

Take a break and relax in the scenic landscape of Federation Walk. Situated on The Spit, this dynamic ecosystem provides a wonderful opportunity to get up close with the area's plant and birdlife.

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Burleigh Heads National Park

Burleigh Heads National Park

Burleigh headland is a prominent Gold Coast landmark. Within the headland’s 27ha national park you will discover rainforest, eucalypt forest, pandanus groves, tussock grassland, coastal heath, mangroves, creeks, rocky foreshore and beaches. Visitors may glimpse humpback whales breaching in coastal waters during winter and spring, see white-bellied sea-eagles riding the ridge updrafts, or watch birdwing butterflies feeding on rainforest nectars in mid-summer.

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Dreaming Mountain

Dreaming Mountain

Burleigh Hill is an iconic landmark on the Gold Coast and not to be missed during your visit. At the very top of Burleigh Hill inside the national park, you can find Dreaming Mountain, an infamous viewpoint perched on the cliffside which is an incredible spot to watch the sunrise!

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Burleigh Heads Beach

Burleigh Heads Beach

Popular with the locals Burleigh Beach is an iconic place to visit. This beautiful beach is perfect for surfing, swimming, walks through the incredible National Park, hanging out on Burleigh Heads hill and even has an awesome strip of shops and restaurants for you to enjoy.

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