What is the difference between Gold Coast and Surfers Paradise?

“Surfers” is a beach suburb of the Gold Coast, just south of Main Beach and an hour south of Brisbane. Famous for its high rise meets the beach *look*, nightlife and entertainment; for many this strip of land is the Gold Coast.



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Surfers Paradise takes its name from the famous Surfers Paradise Hotel which was built in 1923 by James Cavill. He had paid £40 for the block of land it was built on.

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Surfers ParadiseGold Coast Suburb Profile. Surfers Paradise is the tourist centre of the Gold Coast and is one of Australia's favourite holiday places drawing over 4 million visitors each year. There are superb white beaches, clear blue waters and sparkling high rises.

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Gold Coast suburbs with highest crime rate
  • Surfers Paradise. The heartbeat of the Gold Coast, Surfers Paradise is an epicenter of activity with its many bars, cafes, nightclubs, restaurants and shops and a transient population. ...
  • Southport. ...
  • Broadbeach Waters. ...
  • Main Beach. ...
  • Coolangatta. ...
  • Burleigh Heads. ...
  • Molendinar. ...
  • Bundall.


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We recommend spending at least five days on the Gold Coast, as this will allow you to experience the city and its wondrous surroundings with ease. So, what are some of the awesome things you can do in this beloved travel gem over five days?

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Surfers Paradise is absolutely beautiful both day and night. Like anywhere in the world, there are always risks associated with being out at night, however, assuming you are responsible and aware of your surroundings, Surfers paradise is safe at night.

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The Gold Coast in Queensland is one of Australia's premier beachside destinations and, in order to maximise your time there, travelling in the months of April to June is considered the best time to visit.

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Smart casual attire must be worn. No thongs, singlets or boardshorts. Please note, if you are coming by water, relaxed attire is allowed on the below deck, if you wish to enter Surfers Pavilion you will need to be appropriately dressed.

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Top Attractions in Surfers Paradise
  1. SkyPoint Climb. 1,464. Observation Decks & Towers. ...
  2. Surfers Paradise Beach. 5,971. Beaches. ...
  3. SkyPoint Observation Deck. 3,743. ...
  4. Sling Shot Gold Coast. 294. ...
  5. Macintosh Island Park. 123. ...
  6. Cavill Mall. 1,004. ...
  7. Chevron Renaissance Shopping Centre. 276. ...
  8. St Vincent's Catholic Church. Churches & Cathedrals.


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City of Gold Coast lifeguards would like to remind tourism operators and their guests on Gold Coast beaches to: Never swim alone or surf at beaches not patrolled by lifeguards or lifesavers. Never swim outside the red and yellow flags that mark safe swimming areas. Never swim under the influence of alcohol.

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Gold Coast theme parks
  • Dreamworld. Dreamworld, Gold Coast, Queensland © Destination Gold Coast. ...
  • WhiteWater World. WhiteWater World, Gold Coast, Queensland © Ardent Leisure. ...
  • Wet'N'Wild. Wet'N'Wild, Gold Coast, Queensland © Tourism and Events Queensland. ...
  • Warner Bros. Movie World. ...
  • Sea World.


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