Palm Beach Travel Guide

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Palm Beach

Popular places to visit

Movie World showing rides

Warner Bros. Movie World

Watch stunt shows, get on superhero rides, enter the Ice Age 4D Experience and take a splash in the Wild West at Australia’s theme park version of Hollywood.

Warner Bros. Movie World
Cavill Avenue showing shopping, night scenes and a city

Cavill Avenue

Bustling nightlife, great shopping and a legendary surfing beach make this avenue the exciting centre of Surfer’s Paradise on the Gold Coast.

Cavill Avenue
Dreamworld showing rides

Dreamworld

Australia’s biggest amusement park features exciting themed areas with everything from tigers and thrilling rides to vintage V8 super-cars and TV characters.

Dreamworld
Sea World

Sea World

Who doesn’t dream of staying overnight in a water park where you can see Jet Ski stunts, life-sized Nickelodeon stars, plus dolphins, sea lions and polar bears?

Sea World
Surfers Paradise Beach showing skyline, a beach and general coastal views

Surfers Paradise Beach

This stretch of beach is known for its regular sets of rolling waves, with high-rise hotels and bustling nightlife along the sandy shore.

Surfers Paradise Beach
Coolangatta Beach showing a sunset, general coastal views and a coastal town

Coolangatta Beach

This city at the southern tip of the Gold Coast has some of the most pristine beaches, and clear water for swimming, fishing and diving.

Coolangatta Beach

Activities

Surfers

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

AU$55
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket

AU$70
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket
Dracula's - Dinner & Show

Dracula's - Dinner & Show

AU$119
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Dracula's - Dinner & Show
Surfers Paradise city lights

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing City Lights Cruise

AU$39
per adult
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing City Lights Cruise
Picture 5 for Activity Surfers Paradise and Gold Coast: Midday River Cruise

Surfers Paradise: Sightseeing Midday River and Canal Cruise

AU$29
per adult
Surfers Paradise: Sightseeing Midday River and Canal Cruise
Gold Coast's Favourite Learn to Surf Lesson

Gold Coast's Favourite Learn to Surf Lesson (Ages 13+)

AU$75
per adult
Gold Coast's Favourite Learn to Surf Lesson (Ages 13+)
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Our pick of the best Palm Beach Hotel Deals

Palm Beach Hotel

Palm Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
1118 Gold Coast Hwy, Palm Beach, QLD
The price is AU$107 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$107
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the bathrooms in our ...
7.4/10 Good! (547 reviews)
"Nice and easy."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Palm Beach Hotel
voco Gold Coast by IHG

voco Gold Coast by IHG

4.5 out of 5
31 Hamilton Avenue, Surfers Paradise, QLD
Fully refundable
The price is AU$170 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$170
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Good hotel with the basics."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

voco Gold Coast by IHG
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

5 out of 5
2669 Gold Coast Highway, Broadbeach, QLD
The price is AU$171 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$171
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,301 reviews)
"Incredibly consistent place to stay which never fails to disappoint in terms of location, service, price and amenities. Easy walking distance to everything you need, well appointed rooms, friendly and knowledgeable staff and plenty of pool space for kids. Would recommend to anyone!"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences

5 out of 5
6 Orchid Ave Surfers Paradise, Surfers Paradise, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$254 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$254
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"The hotel proudly boasts a prime location, nestled among a delightful array of restaurants, each hiding its own culinary treasures that burst with flavor. Upon check-in, I encountered a firm enforcement of the 3 PM arrival time; however, I was graciously granted access to the lounge, providing a ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
Dorsett Gold Coast

Dorsett Gold Coast

4.5 out of 5
5 The Darling Avenue, Broadbeach, QLD
The price is AU$168 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
AU$168
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,507 reviews)
"First time there and loved ."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Dorsett Gold Coast
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
158 Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is AU$399 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$399
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Palm Beach

Burleigh Beach featuring city views, a skyscraper and tropical scenes

Burleigh Heads

A noteworthy feature of Burleigh Heads is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Burleigh Beach and Burleigh Head National Park.

Burleigh Heads
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary showing forests and a river or creek

Currumbin

Unique features of Currumbin include the beaches and spas. Make a stop by Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary or Currumbin Beach while you're exploring the area.

Currumbin
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Tugun

Tugun is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Tugun Beach and Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary while you're in town.

Tugun
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Miami

Miami is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Nobby Beach or Burleigh Golf Club.

Miami
Mermaid Beach

Mermaid Beach

Mermaid Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Nobby Beach and Putt Putt Golf Mermaid Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Gold Coast.

Mermaid Beach
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Mermaid Waters

Unique features of Mermaid Waters include the bars and casinos. Make a stop by Broadbeach Sports and Recreation Centre or Gold Coast Seniors Tennis Club while you're exploring the area.

Mermaid Waters

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