3 things to do on the gold coast

Australia is huge, so when you visit, you might have trouble squeezing in everyplace you’d like to see. But make sure you don’t leave Australia’s Gold Coast off of the list. Here are our top three not-to-be-missed things to do on the Gold Coast.

1. GOLD COAST FISHERMEN’S CO-OP

If you love seafood, you’ll love this—the Gold Coast Fishermen’s Co-Op has been operating since 1970, with fishermen selling the freshest seafood money can buy directly off their boats. Every morning prawn trawlers, tuna longliners and a spanner crab vessel return from the sea, loaded up with fresh catch from the previous night.

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2. GOLD COAST OCEANWAY

Gold Coast Oceanway runs along the coastline and while Surfside buses service the entire 22-mile network of pathways, a fun and slower way to see everything is to get on a bicycle. From Main Beach, pedal south along the Esplanade to the bustling Surfers Paradise (pause for a photo op at the sign on the beach or with the bikini-clad meter maids). South of Surfers Paradise is Broadbeach, home to Kurrawa Surf Club and a great spot to stop for a quick bite served up with beautiful beach views. Further along the pathway is Mermaid Beach, where you can take in the fresh ocean air or go for a dip. The ride is pleasant any time of day as trees shield much of the Esplanade from the harsh Gold Coast sun.

3. FEDERATION WALK

A great opportunity to explore nature without having to venture too far, Federation Walk is a network of established paths and walkways close to Main Beach. Sample a bit of the Gold Coast’s wild side on 230 acres of coastal dunes—the walk begins at a fig tree in the parking lot opposite Sea World and continues through patches of rainforest.

So, now that you’ve got a short list of things to do on the Gold Coast, would you like us to help you book that trip? Just let us know!