Parkwood 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.
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.
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?
Things to do
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Midday River Cruise
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass
Infinity Attraction - Admission
Gold Coast Buffet Lunch Sightseeing Cruise
Top hotels in Parkwood
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Friendly staff, clean room, great location.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Beautiful room. Great afternoon tea on level 22.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
voco Gold Coast by IHG
Great location, great rooms , very clean and comfortable, great breakfast & the friendliest staff you will ever meet😊
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Dorsett Gold Coast
Great stay at the Dorsett Gold Coast.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Paradise Resort Gold Coast
It was very family friendly however there were a few things that could be improved on! The in room kitchen amenities made it so you could only microwave food, there was no other means for you to cook your own food and you basically Had to purchase from their restaurant or elsewhere. The doors to ...
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
QT Gold Coast
Clean room, great service and location.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Parkwood
Labrador
Labrador is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Ian Dipple Lagoon or Cooke Murphy Oval.
Runaway Bay
Visitors to Runaway Bay enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Pine Ridge Conservation Park is worth a stop.
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.
Main Beach
Main Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Marina Mirage Shopping Centre and Tedder Avenue, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Gold Coast.
Surfers Paradise
Home of the Arts and Chevron Renaissance 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.
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.
