Holiday in Gold Coast
City in Australia — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇦🇺
Country
Australia
Type
City
Best time to travel
September to November (Spring, 22-27 °C, little rain). April to August (Autumn/Winter, 15-24 °C, sunny, dry). December to February hot (28-33 °C), rainy season.
Budget/day
120-280 €
Getting there from Germany
Flight to Gold Coast/Coolangatta (OOL, 22-24 h with stopover) or Brisbane (BNE, then 1 h train/bus). Many direct flights from Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, or Sydney.
About Gold Coast
The Gold Coast is Australia's shining playground — a 57-kilometer stretch of golden sandy beaches, world-class surf breaks, and a gleaming skyline that rises into the sky just behind the dunes. This city in Queensland combines relaxed beach life with theme park adventures, rainforest hinterland, and an emerging culinary scene. Surfers Paradise is the epicenter: Here, the waves of the Pacific meet high-rises, boutiques, and the liveliest nightlife on the east coast of Australia. The wide sandy beach stretches as far as the eye can see, surfers ride waves at sunrise, and lifeguards in red and yellow watch over one of the safest swimming areas in the world. The Gold Coast is home to Australia's largest concentration of theme parks: Warner Bros. Movie World, Dreamworld, WhiteWater World, and Sea World are all within 20 minutes and offer roller coasters, water slides, and animal encounters for the whole family. The hinterland is the surprising side of the Gold Coast: Lamington National Park, with its subtropical rainforests, waterfalls, and flocks of parrots, is just 45 minutes from the coast. The Tamborine Mountain Wine Region offers wineries, cheese factories, and panoramic views over the coast. Burleigh Heads and Coolangatta are the more relaxed alternatives to Surfers Paradise: Local cafes, craft breweries, farmers' markets, and some of the best surf breaks in the world (Snapper Rocks, Kirra) attract surfers and foodies alike.
Top 6 highlights in Gold Coast
The places you absolutely must not miss.
57 km Golden Sandy Beach
From Surfers Paradise to Coolangatta: wide golden beaches, turquoise water, surf breaks, and lifeguard patrols, Australia's longest beach paradise.
Surfers Paradise & Skyline
High-rises right on the beach, boutiques, nightlife, and beach culture: the iconic Australian beach city mix with sunset panorama.
Theme Parks (Movie World, Dreamworld, Sea World)
Australia's theme park capital: roller coasters, water slides, and animal experiences for all ages, all within 20 minutes.
Lamington National Park (UNESCO)
Subtropical rainforest just 45 min away: waterfalls, parrots, glowworm caves, and the Treetop Canopy Walk in the treetops.
Burleigh Heads & Surf Culture
More relaxed than Surfers Paradise: local cafes, craft beer, one of Australia's best point breaks, and Sunday farmers' market.
SkyPoint Observation Deck
Observation platform on the 77th floor of Q1 (230 m): 360-degree view over the coast and hinterland, optional SkyPoint Climb on the roof.
Hotels in Gold Coast
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Reise-SIM für Gold Coast
Günstig surfen im Urlaub mit travSIM
Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
Best time to travel for Gold Coast
Recommended travel time
September to November (Spring, 22-27 °C, little rain). April to August (Autumn/Winter, 15-24 °C, sunny, dry). December to February hot (28-33 °C), rainy season.
Summer
24-33 °C (Dec-Feb), hot and humid, afternoon thunderstorms, sea 25 °C
Winter
10-22 °C (Jun-Aug), sunny and dry, cool in the mornings, perfect beach weather
How much does a holiday in Gold Coast cost?
Average costs per person per day
Budget
50-100 €
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
120-280 €
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
300-700 €
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Learn to surf at Currumbin — gentler waves than Surfers Paradise: surf schools from 70 AUD for a 2-hour course. Beginner-friendly with little current.
Lamington National Park in the morning — the Tree Top Canopy Walkway at O'Reilly's (free) and hike to the Elabana Falls (4 km return). Parrot feeding included.
Buy a theme park pass — Multi-Park Pass (from 130 AUD for 3 days): Village Roadshow Parks (Movie World, Sea World, Wet'n'Wild) or Dreamworld/WhiteWater World.
Burleigh Heads Sunday Market — Burleigh Heads Farmers Market on Sunday from 8 am: local avocados, fresh salads, acai bowls, and live music under palm trees.
Whale Watching Jun-Nov — Humpback whales pass by the Gold Coast: 3-hour tours from Surfers Paradise or Coolangatta (from 80 AUD), sighting guarantee.
Food & drink in Gold Coast
These specialties you must try!
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