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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast
Get an adrenaline kick gliding through caves and tunnels or plunging down a giant water slide, or simply float and splash in a relaxing pool.
Things to do
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
Surfers Paradise: Guided Gold Coast Amphibious Bus Tour
Infinity Attraction - Admission
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Midday River Cruise
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing City Lights Cruise
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises
Top hotels in Palm Beach
Palm Beach Hotel
The room was clean and comfortable. It is located in a convenient spot right next to cafes, bars, local shopping and just across from the beach. Easy access made this a joy to return to each day and hide in the cool air con when the beach got too hot! The staff are lovely and accomodating and provided ...
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Room was spotless, staff friendly
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Mantra Legends Hotel
Blonde hair girl at reception was very helpful, room was nice and clean and security at night made us feel safe and helped with directions to where we needed to go. 10/10 for hotel location and our short stay. Thank you!
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Yes very well maintained and friendly staff
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
voco Gold Coast by IHG
staff good
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
Waz a stunning property good view great towels
Reviewed on 12 Dec 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 Nobby Beach or Burleigh Golf Club.
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.
