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Gold Coast Turf Club

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Gold Coast Turf Club

Gold Coast Turf Club hosts approximately 50 race meetings a year and is also home to several highly anticipated major events. The Magic Millions Raceday, the prestigious Melbourne Cup, Gold Coast Cup, Pink Ribbon Cup and Jewel Raceday. The Club also boasts two fantastic restaurants with tiered level seating ensuring great track viewing. The Skyline and Gallery restaurants truly offer a unique dining experience. There is also a brand new fully enclosed air-conditioned area for Members and the general public with state of the art TAB betting facilities, bookmakers and big screens. Members and the public have the choice of over a dozen separate bars, restaurants and bistros. Friendly faces, changing activities and events, a great ambience and sensational 180-degree views will ensure the day’s experience becomes the best social outing you can have. Whether with your partner, family, friends, social or sporting club, make a date for a day at the track to soak up a truly exciting and glorious atmosphere.

Surfers Paradise QLD

0.0 km away

Aquis Park

Entertainment Venues

Aquis Park

Aquis Park - Home of the Gold Coast Turf Club and Event Centre is home to one of Australia's richest and most-renowned racedays, Magic Millions. With all 20 function spaces and restaurants boasting natural light and panoramic views of the spectacular Gold Coast! Hosting close to 60 race meetings every year, the Gold Coast Turf Club has become one of the most sought after function venues on the Gold Coast for both raceday and non-raceday events and is situated on a 38 hectare property in the heart of the Gold Coast. The Gold Coast Event Centre is the new home of events on the Gold Coast. Located within the Gold Coast Turf Club precinct the 2,000 square metre venue is an impressive structure that can host over 3,500 guests. GCTC can assist with conferences and events seven days a week including gala dinners for up to 1,200 guests, exhibitions, tradeshows, conferences and memorable outdoor welcome functions utilising our spectacular and luscious lawns. Members and the public have the choice from over a dozen separate bars and dining options. With friendly faces, live racing, great ambiance and sensational views of the Gold Coast skyline, you'll be sure to have great experience at GCTC.

Surfers Paradise QLD

0.2 km away

Infinity

Amusement and Theme Parks

Infinity

Experience an iconic Gold Coast favourite that's been blowing minds for 25 years. Challenge your senses and ignite your imagination on a fun, unique and mind-blowing journey into spectacular, futuristic maze-like worlds of wonder. It's a dreamlike, interactive fun house of the future! Laugh and scream in an extraordinary series of around 20 multi-sensory environments filled with unique special effects, atmospheric sound fields, ultra-groovy music and amazing, spectacular illusions that appear to go all the way to infinity. It's an exciting, hilarious, interactive experience with unforgettable impact! It's fun for all ages over eight, great family entertainment and a fantastic group or team activity. The fun never ends at Infinity - take the trip!

Surfers Paradise QLD

0.4 km away

The entrance — Image credit: muscle car museum p/ l

Amusement and Theme Parks

Gold Coast Muscle Car Museum

Now open on the Gold Coast is the most amazing private collection of Australian muscle cars from the 50's, 60's, and 70's. The Muscle Car Museum is just a few minutes drive from Surfers Paradise. On display are Chargers, Ford hardtops, XY GTs, SLR5000 Toranas, and nearly every Monaro model made from 1968 to 1976. Are you a die-hard Mad Max fan? Then you just have to see the Interceptor on display. It's just like in the original movie. If you like muscle bikes of the era, the 750-4 and the Kwaka 900 we have on display will blow you away. Lots of fun for the kids too! Play to your heart's content on the free pinball machines, and race your friends on the Scalextric track. Other items to see include a working tune-up machine from the 70's, a mag wheels display, and much more. There's even a model of Thunderbird 2 from the children's show Thunderbirds. You can book online or pay at the door. See you there.

Bundall QLD

0.9 km away

Post Office Gallery and Gift Shop — Image credit: Gold Coast Potters Association Inc.

Shopping and Markets

Post Office Gallery, Gold Coast

The Post Office Gallery showcases ceramic art created by members of the Gold Coast Pottery Association. Open to the public each Saturday (9am to 3pm), the Gallery offers a diverse and unique range of ceramic art and gifts. Built in 1915, the Post Office Gallery is a heritage-listed cottage which originally accommodated farm workers. In 1938, the James family bought the property and made extensions and alterations. In 1939, Mrs James became Post Mistress and the Benowa Post Office was established. When Mrs James died, the Post Office was closed but the building continued as a private residence for several years before being moved to the Potters and Sculptors Arts precinct. In 1992 the building was restored by students from the Gold Coast TAFE. In 1994, the Post Office Gallery was officially opened by the Mayor, Alderman Lex Bell. The Gold Coast Society of Sculptors used the building from 1992 – 1997 when the Gold Coast Potters’ Association assumed control. Since 1997, the Post Office Gallery has been exhibiting the creative talents, and art for sale, of the Association's members. The Post Officer Gallery is open to visitors each Saturday and is a platform for members and guest artist exhibitions and the Association's signature Art and Craft market days throughout the year.

Benowa QLD

1.1 km away

HOTA, Home of the Arts

Entertainment Venues

HOTA, Home of the Arts

Surrounded by tropical parklands with the Surfers Paradise skyline as the backdrop, HOTA, Home of the Arts is a contemporary cultural precinct in the heart of the Gold Coast. It’s your place for live performances, lake-side strolls, star-gazing, cinema-watching, art and new ideas. Discover art for everyone - indoors and out.

Surfers Paradise QLD

1.3 km away

Evandale Park — Image credit: deanjohnson

Parks and Gardens

Evandale Park

Located in the heart of the Gold Coast city, Evandale Parklands surround the Home of The Art (HOTA) precinct and is the perfect location for a stroll, picnic or even a swim. There's a playground for the children while the adults can enjoy free exercise equipment stations located around the park. The parklands also offer beautiful views of the Nerang River as well as the Surfer Paradise skyline.

Surfers Paradise QLD

1.3 km away

Botanic Gardens Lake — Image credit: City of Gold Coast

Parks and Gardens

Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens

Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens are a green oasis in the heart of the city. The Gardens are a short 10 minute drive from central Surfers Paradise and are set on 31 hectares of parkland and lakes. There's an experience for everyone - explore our native ecosystems along the Mangroves to Mountains trail, follow the historic journeys of the Yugambeh people in the Story of their Country garden, smell the roses in the Rose Garden, visit the Butterfly Garden to learn which plants will attract butterflies to your back yard, and discover new tastes in the bush foods garden and the Aboriginal plant use trail. Fun for the whole family includes a stroll on the boardwalks and bird watching around the lake, a children's playground, delicious organic coffees, ice cream and snacks at the Friends Centre, or a picnic or barbecue in one of the many picnic areas. Free guided walks are available, and for children there are regular school holiday activities as well as new games to discover along the Kaialgumm aboriginal games trail. For more information on activities and events, visit Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens website.

Benowa QLD

1.7 km away

Strike Bowling and Holey Moley Cavill Ave — Image credit: Funlab

Amusement and Theme Parks

Strike Bowling - Cavill Avenue

Strike Bowling Bar Cavill are not your typical bowling alley. Think 10 bowling lanes, an ultra-hip karaoke room, two interactive escape rooms and a killer cocktail and food menu that will bowl you over. Then add giant AV projectors, the latest music clips, pool tables, darts and a weekend nightclub atmosphere. It's easy to see why Strike Bowling Cavill Ave is a firm favourite with their locals. Looking for more fun? Head over and see our friends at Holey Moley Golf Club next door.

Surfers Paradise QLD

2.4 km away

Circle on Cavill — Image credit: Circle on Cavill

Shopping and Markets

Circle on Cavill

Within strolling distance of the world-famous Surfers Paradise Beach, Circle on Cavill has become a popular dining, shopping and entertainment precinct in the thriving tourist hub. The centre is anchored by Woolworths Supermarket and is home to speciality retailers, health, wellbeing and medical care along with a range of eat in and takeaway dining options. Entertainment is also catered for at Circle on Cavill with the Holey Moley mini golf course to the 10-lane Strike Bowling featuring a karaoke room. Circle on Cavill’s convenient location features vibrant outdoor spaces and modern kids' play equipment to keep children entertained.

Surfers Paradise QLD

2.4 km away

Taylor Swift

Amusement and Theme Parks

Gold Coast Wax Museum

Gold Coast Wax Museum in Surfers Paradise is Australia's largest Museum of its kind, featuring more than 110 life-size wax effigies, copies of the British Crown Jewels and dioramas of Australian history. Come face to face with Presidents and former Prime Ministers, Entertainers, members of the Royal Family, Dictators, and many others whose lives have all left an indelible mark on their world. You will find dozens of others from the Arts, Politics, Entertainments, Science, Medicine, and the Military. The Gold Coast Wax Museum is listed as a Great Wax Museum of the World. The figures have been crafted by leading overseas sculptors to international standards, equal in quality to the world's best. The incredibly intricate detail includes hair applied one strand at a time, requiring many working hours, and the eyes are so real they seem to follow you around. In the Famous People section, wander through at your leisure viewing the people who have been authentically reproduced. The Chamber of Horrors (set in its own medieval dungeon) is a guided tour covering the grim, staggering record of Human Cruelty throughout the ages. More spine chilling than fiction, it is the only display of its kind in the world.

Surfers Paradise QLD

2.4 km away

Slingshot

Amusement and Theme Parks

Slingshot Gold Coast

The sky's no limit! It's higher, it's faster - the all new Slingshot is here! You know as you take your seat in the Slingshot this is no ordinary ride. Your mind is racing, your heart is beating like a drum and your throat is dry… 3…. 2…. 1…. twaannngg! The Slingshot holds two people at a time with a video camera attached to the front of the capsule to capture the rider’s expressions as they are ejected up into the air. Velocity is 180 kilometres per hour. Altitude is 90 metres plus. Acceleration 6 G's. Must be over 125 centimetres tall.

Surfers Paradise QLD

2.4 km away

Cavill Lane — Image credit: Cavill Lane

Shopping and Markets

Cavill Lane Surfers Paradise

Cavill Lane is a unique laneway located right in the heart of Surfers Paradise. Locals and visitors alike come together to discover this hidden laneway among reminiscent of a dining precinct environment. Cavill Lane Surfers Paradise offers a variety of international cuisine, services to everyday conveniences, attractions and more. Throughout the year, the laneway showcases a wide variety of entertainment, promotions and activations. Discover something more at the place where food, people and entertainment meet. Please visit the website for more details.

Surfers Paradise QLD

2.4 km away

Strike Bowling and Holey Moley Cavill Ave — Image credit: Funlab

Amusement and Theme Parks

Holey Moley - Cavill Avenue

Get ready to kick putt! Holey Moley has landed on the Gold Coast and they've brought a hole lot of fun with them! They offer mini golf with a bar, plus karaoke. What more could you ask for? Right on Circle on Cavill Avenue, Holey Moley Cavill has teed up 18 unique and crazy holes for you to putt your stuff around. Whether you're strutting your putt or smashing out some tunes in the private karaoke room, you'll be able to do it while sipping the night away courtesy of a fully-equipped cocktail bar. Get ready – your all-in karaoke, bar and mini golf experience has just teed off! Finished your 18th hole? Head over to their friends at Strike Bowling for some bowling, darts or escape room fun!

Surfers Paradise QLD

2.4 km away

iFLY Indoor Skydiving

Amusement and Theme Parks

iFLY Indoor Skydiving

Have you ever dreamt of flying? Whether you're three or 103, iFLY Indoor Skydiving makes the dream of flight a reality. . iFLY is not just a thrill ride, but is the latest thing in action sports. Simply lean forward inside their glass tunnel into a column of air and float effortlessly into flight guided by their fully qualified instructors. Indoor Skydiving is safe for kids, challenging for adults, exciting for teens and realistic for skydivers. At a fraction of the cost of an outdoor skydive, and their all-round glass flight chamber, Indoor Skydiving is the perfect activity for the whole family! Based in the heart of Surfers Paradise, iFLY Gold Coast is walking distance from all major accommodation, bars and restaurants. They have a free viewing gallery so come and check them out. Bookings are recommended so you don't miss out as they get super busy!

Surfers Paradise QLD

2.4 km away

Other World HQ

Amusement and Theme Parks

Other World HQ

Step out of the ordinary and into the extraordinary at Other World HQ — Surfers Paradise's home of next-level, immersive adventure. This unique venue specialises in unconventional games and mind-bending experiences that transport you to fantastical realms. Whether you're outsmarting your friends in the Saboteurs Arenas (think Among Us in real life), braving the Cursed Passage Horror Escape Room with live actors, or unlocking the secrets of the Forgotten Arcade Escape Room, where classic machines become portals into game worlds — Other World HQ delivers entertainment like no other. On the ground floor, dive into a vibrant arcade filled with VR and retro classics, perfect for players of all ages. With new experiences always in the works, every visit to Other World HQ is a chance to explore something unexpected. Get ready to escape reality — and discover what's on the other side.

Surfers Paradise QLD

2.5 km away

Sandbox VR Gold Coast

Amusement and Theme Parks

Sandbox VR Gold Coast

Sandbox VR Gold Coast offers an immersive virtual reality experience that combines full-body motion capture with advanced haptic technology. Located on the first floor of Cavill Lane in Surfers Paradise, Queensland, it allows groups of up to six to engage in exclusive virtual worlds, providing a socially interactive gaming environment. Participants can freely roam and interact within these virtual settings, relying on teamwork to overcome challenges. The facility is ideal for friends, families, and groups seeking a unique and memorable outing.

Surfers Paradise QLD

2.5 km away

Door Seven Haunted House

Amusement and Theme Parks

Door Seven Haunted House

Step inside Surfers Paradise's newest horror attraction and take on seven heart-pounding rooms packed with live actors, sudden scares, and moments that will leave you breathless. From the instant you enter, the tension builds. Each room throws something new at you — sharp turns, quick surprises, and characters who appear out of nowhere. No two walkthroughs feel the same, and you'll never know what's waiting behind the next corner. The mix of sound, lighting, and real actors keeps you on edge from start to finish. It's fast, intense, and made for anyone who loves a good adrenaline rush. Door Seven is open now in the Paradise Centre, ready to test your nerves and challenge your courage. Think you can handle it? Step through the first door and find out.

Surfers Paradise QLD

2.5 km away

Prison Break - A riot has started and now is your chance to escape.. — Image credit: Colin Webster

Amusement and Theme Parks

Fox in a Box Gold Coast Escape Rooms

As part of the international Swedish franchise, Fox in a Box Gold Coast is the highest rated and most immersive next-generation escape rooms on the Gold Coast. With their unique dedicated game master control room the Game Masters watch and listen to you throughout your experience and each room has up to 8 cameras, speakers and microphones to give you the best possible experience. They have eight experiences for you to play: Prison Break, Prison Break Head-to-Head, Mastermind Heist, Cold War Bunker, Zodiac Killer, The Other Side, Wild West Saloon, and Zombie Lab. Each room can take between two and six players and depending upon the age, some rooms can take 7 players. The Prison Break Head-to-Head allows up to 12 players to compete against each other. The reception area can seat up to 42 people through a mixture of comfy lounges and high tables and bar stools. They are ideal for corporate and team-building activities, family events, first-timers, and escape room enthusiasts alike. They also offer exclusive venue use as well as catering and drink options. Escape rooms are a type of immersive game experience in which teams of two - six players follow clues, solve puzzles, and uncover secrets within a themed room in order to accomplish their mission and escape before the 60-minute timer runs out.

Surfers Paradise QLD

2.5 km away

Padlockd Surfers Paradise Blvd

Amusement and Theme Parks

Padlock'd Escape Rooms & Bar

Embark on an unforgettable adventure at Padlock'd Escape Rooms – the Gold Coast's largest and most immersive escape room experience. With two epic locations in Surfers Paradise – Surfers Paradise Boulevard and Paradise Centre – Padlock'd offers 16 uniquely themed escape rooms ranging in difficulty, length, and style. Whether you're chasing thrills in a scary scenario or looking for family-friendly fun, there's a challenge for every kind of adventurer. Gather your team, enter the game zone, and race against the clock to solve puzzles, crack codes, and uncover mysteries. Will you escape in time? Plus, unwind after the game at our on-site bar, the perfect place to celebrate your escape (or plot your next one!).

Surfers Paradise QLD

2.5 km away

eforea Robe

Spas and Retreats

eforea spa

eforea spa at Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences is your Gold Coast day spa destination. eforea Spa at Hilton Surfers Paradise is a luxurious day spa on the Gold Coast, designed to help you step away from everyday life and reconnect with your wellbeing. This tranquil spa experience invites you to slow down, unwind, and restore balance to both body and mind. Results-driven spa treatments with locally inspired therapies, creating moments of deep relaxation and pure relaxation in a calm, indulgent setting Located on Level 2 of the hotel, eforea Day Spa provides a serene space enhanced by innovative design elements to make your pampering experience unforgettable. Whether you're a local looking to unwind at their welcoming Surfers Paradise day spa, or a visitor treating yourself to a highly rated getaway, eforea Spa Gold Coast, is your destination for relaxation and rejuvenation. All eforea spa treatments include: Complimentary parking at Hilton Surfers Paradise Complimentary glass of anti-oxidant berry tea or sparkling wine Full day complimentary use of Hilton Surfers Paradise pools and sauna

Surfers Paradise QLD

2.5 km away

Human body preserved by plastination — Image credit: Hilton Surfers Paradise

Galleries, Museums and Collections

The Real Human Anatomy Exhibition

The only of its kind in Australia - step inside The Real Human Anatomy Exhibition to gain a comprehensive insight into the extraordinary human anatomy and physiology by viewing real human bodies preserved by the process of plastination. This exhibition is a display of art, of the beauty of the human body. It shows how amazing the body functioning is and how it has evolved to become a combination of different complex systems that all support each other. Each body works as a complete universe. Come and see it for yourself - located inside the lobby of Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel and Residences.

Surfers Paradise QLD

2.5 km away

SkyPoint

Landmarks and Buildings

SkyPoint Observation Deck

SkyPoint Observation Deck is a must-see for all Gold Coast visitors. With unrivalled 360-degree views from the coast to the hinterland and informative feature zones and displays that provide all the information you need to plan your holiday hit list. Enjoy a freshly prepared meal from SkyPoint Bistro + Bar as you spot whales migrating along the eastern coast or as a new storm rolls in. By night, SkyPoint Observation Deck transforms into a chic, high altitude lounge bar with the best views of the Gold Coast nightscape. Enjoy drinks and delicious platters with friends and take in the glittering skyline.

Surfers Paradise QLD

2.5 km away

Strike Bowling In Surfers Paradise — Image credit: Funlab

Amusement and Theme Parks

Strike Bowling - Surfers Paradise

Located on the spectacular Surfers Paradise Boulevard, Strike Surfers Paradise is not a normal bowling alley and has raised the bar when it comes to entertainment in paradise. Not only is it home to 6 bowling lanes, the location also features 2 mini golf courses, 2 corridors of challenge rooms, arcade games, dodgems, and an XD theatre brought to you by Holey Moley, Hijinx Hotel and Archie Brothers. Strike Surfers Paradise is the ultimate place for a great night out!

Surfers Paradise QLD

2.5 km away

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