Cosmopolitan, cool and constantly evolving, the Gold Coast is Australia’s most preferred beach getaway location. At least 10 million visitors get away to the city over each year, pulled in with the ideal of laidback, luxurious days and extreme, exciting nights.

Whether you’re a first-time tourist or a lifelong resident, the Gold Coast has a variety of attractions to find, people to meet and things to do. It isn’t simply another destination – it’s a lifestyle.

Why see the Gold Coast?
If all-year-round beach sun and warm temperatures plus at least 57 fabulous kilometres of coastline aren’t going to get you grabbing your travel packs right now, check out the expansive share of food and drink options, world class resorts and hotels and never-ending choice of things to do on the Gold Coast peak even more inspiration. Are we there yet?

The top restaurants and cafes
With more than 500 thriving Gold Coast restaurants, the local dining industry is proof that eating definitely is one of life’s greater pleasures. Some of the world’s greatest chefs call the Gold Coast home and you may take your fancy from alfresco seafood restaurants toting multi-million dollar outlooks and modern, sophisticated modern buzzing eateries. Or land on chilled out, classic Gold Coast cafes that really prove simple things – great service, top quality food and glorious atmosphere – often are the best.

Exciting things to do
The vast, vibrant and glorious landscape – think lush green rainforest, hinterland and mountains; expansive beaches, clear blue ocean waters and the sunny Surfers Paradise skyline – that really is the Gold Coast is a perfect ‘grown-up’s’ playground. Things to do are surfing, fishing, sailing, water sports, golf, theme parks, film studios, action and adventure – why not see the wonderful landscape from helicopter, seaplane, luxury cruiser or even a hot air balloon? Anything and everything is possible on the Gold Coast.

A wide variety of hotels and accommodation
When it’s time to rest your weary head, you can rest assured you’re not dreaming – your new home away from home exists for you. The plethora of Gold Coast hotels available for you boast deals to fit all kinds of travelers, whether you decide on five-star waterfront glamour, a unique boutique retreat or a luxurious resort set on the pristine grounds of a golf course.

International shopping scene
With a famous shopping circuit that includes your fancy of sizeable shopping centres, great open-air piazzas as well as funfilled shopping strips by the sea, you have plenty of reasons to bring out the plastic and come home all up to the nines with shopping bags! From the modern fashion boutiques – with international and Australian flair – to unique homewares departments, whatever you want, you’ll find it on the Gold Coast.

World-class day spas and retreats
Going on a time away on the Gold Coast is about indulging in the most important ‘me-time’ and there simply is no simpler way to totally enjoy it than calling yourself in for a pampering pamper at one of the joyous Gold Coast day spas. Whether it’s a tension-releasing massage, a radiance-boosting facial, or an all-day pamper package including a nutritious and tasty meal deal, the Gold Coast wellbeing service allows a service to suit all needs.

Large international events and unique local festivals
Part of the permanent attraction of the Gold Coast exists in the regular stream of huge international events and unique local events that take to the stage. For any given day on the Gold Coast, you will be drawn by open-air concerts, international sporting events and professional surfing tournaments plus music, art, food and film festivals alike. No event is left out on the Gold Coast, giving you ever more inclination to extend your stay!

Thinking about holidaying on the Gold Coast? If so, visit the Gold Coast Guide for a review of Gold Coast attractions including things to do, things to see and tips on how to find a great restaurant; Gold Coast restaurants offers some of the best food in Australia.