Carrara Travel Guide

Gold Coast

A waterfront with illuminated buildings reflecting on calm water, a dock, and a bridge in the background.
A wooden pier extending into calm water with a sunset sky.
A waterfront promenade with illuminated buildings and a calm river reflecting the lights.
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A waterfront building complex with multiple stories and balconies, reflecting on the calm water.

Stay near popular Carrara attractions

People First Stadium

9.0/10 (17 reviews)
Catch an event at People First Stadium and enjoy other activities in Gold Coast such as golfing.Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

฿1,276
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
Picture 3 for Activity Surfers Paradise: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Gold Coast

Surfers Paradise: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Gold Coast

฿1,948
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Gold Coast
2 Day Ticket Dreamworld + SkyPoint

2 Day Ticket Dreamworld + SkyPoint

฿2,992
per adult
2 Day Ticket Dreamworld + SkyPoint
Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass

Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass

฿1,044
per adult
Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass
Surfers Paradise: Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise

Surfers Paradise: Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise

฿2,992
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise: Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise
Surfers Paradise Skyline

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Midday River Cruise

฿673
per adult
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Midday River Cruise
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Where to stay in Carrara

Find the best Carrara areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal cityscape with high-rise buildings and a beach.

Surfers Paradise

Cavill Avenue and Surfers Paradise Beach 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.

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Broadbeach

The stunning beaches, first-class casinos and popular shops are notable features of Broadbeach. Make a stop by The Oasis or The Star Gold Coast while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Broadbeach South Light Rail Station to get around town.

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Coolangatta

The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of Coolangatta. Make a stop by Kirra Beach or Coolangatta Beach while you're exploring the area.

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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.

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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.

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