Highland Park Travel Guide
Gold Coast
Visit Highland Park
Popular places to visit
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.
Kirra Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Kirra Beach, a popular beach in Gold Coast. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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.
The Star Gold Coast
Why not try your luck with a visit to The Star Gold Coast during your visit to Gold Coast? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
Things to do
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket
Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
Full-Day Moreton Island 4x4 Sightseeing Tour
Snorkeling with Turtles – Cook Island Marine Reserve
Springbrook andTamborine Rainforest Tour Incl Natural Bridge and Glow Worm Cave
Top hotels in Highland Park
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Loved our stay. Clean room, lovely staff. Very convenient room service and cant beat the location. Close to everything
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
voco Gold Coast by IHG
Extremely friendly, welcoming staff. Clean, well presented lobby. We arrived on an early more flight and was greeted by George, who offered to store our luggage until our room was available, gave great info about the local area and travel options, and provided towels to allow us to freshen up after ...
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Always a clean room when serviced.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
Great staff, fantastic facilities!
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Dorsett Gold Coast
Grea hotel
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
The room was great with all the amenities needed. Staff was pleasant and overall, a very positive experience.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Highland Park
Gaven
While Gaven isn't home to many top sights, Coombabah Lakes Conservation Area and Warner Bros. Movie World are some notable places to visit nearby.
Robina
Well liked for its shopping and golf courses, Robina is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Cbus Super Stadium and Robina Town Centre, and jump on the metro at Robina Station to get around the city.
Broadbeach Waters
Broadbeach Waters is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Dracula's Cabaret and Pacific Fair Shopping Centre.
Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise Beach and Home of the Arts are a few top attractions in Surfers Paradise. Hop around the city on the metro at Cypress Avenue Station or Florida Gardens station and check out the area's stunning beaches, luxurious spas and popular shops.
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.
Southport
Beaches, spas and theme parks are some highlights of Southport. Make a stop by Australia Fair Shopping Centre or Gold Coast Aquatic Centre while you're exploring.
