Palm Beach Travel Guide
Gold Coast
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
Things to do
All-Inclusive Saona Island Tour by Speedboat & Catamaran
Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
Full-Day Moreton Island 4x4 Sightseeing Tour
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket
Snorkeling with Turtles – Cook Island Marine Reserve
Top hotels in Palm Beach
Palm Beach Hotel
The location is close to the beach and to a major Coles supermarket with easy access and public transport.
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Great location
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
Beautiful property, stunning views. Will stay again
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Mantra Legends Hotel
We had a great stay and the kids absolutely loved the pool, very unique position overlooking reception and front entrance.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
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Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
My stay at Hilton Surfers Paradise was fantastic. The breakfast had plenty of options, and I honestly can’t fault the friendliness, cleanliness, or professionalism of any of the staff — everyone went above and beyond. The hotel is perfectly located right in the heart of Surfers Paradise, close to ...
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Palm Beach
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.
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.
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.
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 North Burleigh Lookout or Nobby 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 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.
