There are so many things to see and do on the Gold Coast, and Surfers Paradise is home to most of them.

Below is a selection of activities available.  For further information or ideas please visit www.surfersparadise.com

Go Ride a Wave

Learning to surf on the Gold Coast is easy with Go Ride A Wave. As one of Australia’s favourite surf schools they are the best choice when choosing a surf school.

Their 25 yrs experience and large range of beginner equipment make it easy for you to learn how to surf.

Go Ride a Wave provides:
o    2 hr surf lesson
o    Surf safety information
o    All the necessary equipment, including soft beginner board, leg-rope, rashvest
o    Surf instruction to suit your skill level

They are also the only Surfing Australia accredited surf school located in Surfers Paradise so you are in good hands with us.

Time: 8am - 6pm
Address: beach end of Cavill Mall, Surfers Paradise
Phone: 1300 132 441
Email: info@gorideawave.com.au
Web: www.gorideawave.com.au

Racecentre

Racecentre, Australia’s most advanced racing simulation centre, is designed to give drivers the most realistic racing experience possible. The team provide a dynamic racing experience for individuals and groups to race against each other in real-time virtual racing.

Drivers choose between F1, V8, Rally, Drift or Formula Ford then select a race track from hundreds located within Australia and worldwide.

Our simulators are the same machines that professional race drivers use for training and practice, with full-motion movements, three HD surround screens and surround sound that reverberates through the chassis. State-of-the-art graphics and ultra realism will ensure your complete immersion in the race.

Time: 10am - 10pm daily
Address: 26 Orchid Avenue, Surfers Paradise
Phone: (07) 5538 8008
Email: info@racecentre.com
Web: www.racecentre.com

eScooter Hire

Join the electric revolution with an eScoot electrical scooter, breeze through Surfers Paradise without a worry, and benefit from:
o    No registration
o    No license
o    No noise
o    No fuel

It's the ebike that ANYONE can ride

Electric Mountain bikes also available

Address: Shop 2 -35 Orchid Avenue, Surfers Paradise
Phone: 0448 262 864
Email: escoothiresurfersparadise@gmail.com
Web: www.goldcoastescooterhire.com.au

Scenic Day Tour Group

Visit the most popular attractions South East Queensland has to offer.

Although the majority of your tour is spent at your chosen destinations, we understand that coach comfort is also an integral part of your day tour. Depending on tour numbers, both small, deluxe and luxury coaches are used for maximum comfort during your travel.

So why not sit back, relax and have a qualified tour guide show you the places you'd never find.

Tours:

o        Springbrook, Natural Arch and Tropical Fruit World
o        Byron Bay and Crystal Castle
o        O'Reilly's, Lamington National Park, Tamborine Mountain
o        Croc Experience Tour
o        Sunshine Coast Expres
o        UnderWater World and Mooloolaba
o        Brisbane City Sights and Southbank
o        Fraser Island two day escape
o        Evening Glow Worm Tour and Natural Arch
o        Tangalooma Day Adventure

Time: 7:30am - 4pm
Address: RSL House, 9 Beach Road, Surfers Paradise
Phone: (07) 5531 5536 or (07) 5538 2899
Email: tours@scenicdaytourgroup.com.au
Web: www.hinterlandtours.com.au

Jet Boat Extreme

Jet Boat Extreme is the Gold Coast's largest and most powerful Jet Boating adventure ride.

It's developed a reputation amongst locals and tourists alike as being one of the most action packed and exhilarating things to do in Surfers Paradise.

So if you're looking to tap into your adventurous side, get down to Jet Boat Extreme.

Time: from 8am daily
Address: Appel Park, Ferny Avenue
Phone: (07) 5538 8890 or 0404 099 981
Email: bookings@jetboatextreme.com.au
Web: www.jetboatextreme.com.au

SkyPoint Climb

SkyPoint Climb is a must-do Gold Coast adventure, lasting 90 minutes from the beginning to the end and featuring an awe-inspiring, open-air adventure atop one of Queensland's most recognised land marks – the iconic Q1 Resort Tower.

Rising 270m into the air, SkyPoint Climb is Australia's highest external building climb and provides unparalleled views of beautiful Surfers Paradise and the Gold Coast.

There are two options: either make the climb while the sun is shining or climb on dusk and experience the lights of the Gold Coast skyline. Climb prices vary:

Day Climb
o        Adult $89
o        Child $69

Twilight Climb
o        Adult $109
o        Child $89

Address: 3003 Surfers Paradise Boulevard, Surfers Paradise
Phone: (07) 5680 7700
Email: info@skypointclimb.com.au
Web: www.skypointclimb.com.au

SkyPoint Observation Deck

SkyPoint Observation Deck is located on Level 77 and 78 of the Q1 Resort and is Australia’s only beach side observation deck where you can sit back, relax and grab a bite to eat from the licensed cafe and bar and enjoy the unsurpassed 360 degree views of the Gold Coast beaches to the hinterland and beyond.

SkyPoint Observation Deck is an 18+ venue on Friday and Saturday night from 8pm. Smart casual dress

Time: Sun - Thurs 9am - 9pm, Fri - Sat 9am - 12pm
Address: Level 77, 3003 Surfers Paradise Boulevard
Phone: (07) 5582 2700
Email: info@skypoint.com.au
Web: www.skypoint.com.au

THEME PARKS

The Gold Coast is home to many theme parks, and is known for the wild rides and screaming coasters of Dreamworld and Movie World, as well as splashtastic waterparks such as White Water World and Wet n Wild. All of these themeparks are accessible from the Surfers Paradise Bus Stop on the Gold Coast Highway via the Theme Park Express.

Dreamworld

Spanning 30 hectares is filled with a variety of rides, shows and attractions Dreamworld is home to The Big 7 Thrill Rides including the Tower of Terror 2 - one of the world's tallest and fastest thrill rides, the Giant Drop with a free fall from 38 storeys or The Claw where you'll be propelled 9 storeys high, swinging up to 64km/h while spinning 360 degrees for a 90 second adrenalin rush!

Address: Dreamworld Parkway, Coomera, QLD 4209
Phone: (07) 5588 1111
Web: www.dreamworld.com.au

Movie World

Movie World brings Hollywood to the Gold Coast, with Thrill Rides, Kids Fun and Family Entertainment shows. The Green Lantern Coaster, Superman Escape and Batwing Spaceshot are some of the fastest thrill rides on offer, along with the Wild Wild West and Scooby Coaster. With Warner Bros characters, the best from DC Comics, and seven larger than life thrill rides, there's excitement here for the whole family.

Address: Pacific Highway, Oxenford, QLD 4210
Phone: 133 386
Web: www.movieworld.com.au

WATERPARKS

White Water World  

White water world is Dreamworld's sister park, and a World Pass ticket will get you access to both. With tube coasters, massive slides, and tandem and group slides, there's plenty to splash into. There are even two kids zones; the Pipeline Plunge and Wiggle Bay.

Address: Dreamworld Parkway, Coomera, QLD 4209
Phone: (07) 5588 1111
Web: www.whitewaterworld.com.au

Wet n Wild

Wet n Wild is the largest waterpark on the Gold Coast. Set next to Movie World, and a sister with Sea World, you can purchase a three park pass for entry to all three theme parks. Wet n Wild is all about the thrill, with steep drops, glow in the dark tunnels and massive double and group slides. There's also the casual Calipso Beach for you to circle around and soak up some sun.

Address: Pacific Highway, Oxenford, QLD 4210
Phone: 133 386
Web: wetnwild.myfun.com.au