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ArtVo Gold Coast

Amusement and Theme Parks

ArtVo Gold Coast

Explore optical illusions from the walls to the floor - capturing 100s of photos and forever memories. Enter fairy-tale wonderland, underwater adventures, safari world, 3D glow room and more. Fun for all ages and abilities. The first of its kind, first opening in Melbourne and now on the Gold Coast. ArtVo is Queensland's first Trick-Art Gallery! Tickets from just $15 and free entry for kids under 5 years! Perfect for a morning or afternoon out with friends and conveniently located next to the dining mecca, The Kitchens in Robina Town Centre. Enjoy one of the various cafes or restaurants and hundreds of shops, before, during, or after your ArtVo Experience. Your ticket includes all-day entry. ArtVo Gold Coast is inclusive and accessible to all - the venue is wheelchair and pram-friendly and the staff are always ready to help. Don't just admire the art – touch the art, be the art at ArtVo Gold Coast. Check out ArtVo's Instagram page for inspiration.

Robina QLD

0.2 km away

Mudgeeraba Village Green — Image credit: Mudgeeraba Food and Art Trail

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Mudgeeraba Food and Art Trail

Explore local stories, seasonal produce, celebrated cuisine, and creative gems, all in Mudgeeraba, the gateway to the hinterland. The sense of community is palpable in Mudgeeraba Village, Springbrook, and the wider hinterland. The locals' love for the region and all it has to offer is reflected in this vibrant hinterland hub for foodies and creative alike. Visit the website to discover the hinterland and more.

Mudgeeraba QLD

1.1 km away

Jug and soap in hammam room — Image credit: Kenz Beauty

Spas and Retreats

Kenz Beauty Spa and Moroccan Hammam

Nestled in the vibrant heart of the Gold Coast is Kenz Beauty Traditional Moroccan Hammam Spa, a haven that invites all women, both locals and tourists to step back into the world of ancient wellness and beauty practices. Kenz Beauty Moroccan Spa is a unique destination on the Gold Coast dedicated to traditional Moroccan hammam rituals. They are excited to offer a genuine experience that transports you to the heart of Morocco without leaving Australia. Steamed, soaked, and scrubbed – this is what you can expect at Kenz Beauty. Their rituals are designed for all woman of all ages. Rim and the team at Kenz Beauty Moroccan Hammam Spa invite you to step into a world of relaxation and beauty, all inspired by the rich traditions of Moroccan hammams. It's an experience that will leave you feeling refreshed, revitalised, and ready to face the world with new energy. They believe in the power of traditional wellness practices to rejuvenate not just the body but the soul. Kenz Beauty Moroccan Spa is more than just a place to get a service; it's a sanctuary where you can unwind, detox, and reconnect with yourself. Visit them and discover the art of traditional Moroccan wellness.

Mudgeeraba QLD

1.4 km away

Slab Hut — Image credit: GC Hinterland Heritage Museum Inc

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Gold Coast Hinterland Heritage Museum Inc.

The Gold Coast Hinterland Heritage Museum is dedicated to preserving historical material which shows the growth and developments of the hinterland region of the Gold Coast and making their collection available for everyone to experience. The museum holds a collection of original buildings including: Okey House – an original 1930s Mudgeeraba Farm House built with timbers from the old Hampshire Terrace Hotel. Franklin House- an original 1956 family home built for John and Merna Franklin by Ron Kirby from locally milled timber. The original Nerang Railway Station built in 1889 and moved to museum grounds in 2007. Also here is an extensive collection of cameras and photographic equipment as well as a school room, railway memorabilia and saddlery and light horse military display. The original Tallebudgera Police Station Goal Building. The grounds also include the replica Slab Hut, Big Blokes Shed with extensive pioneering memorabilia on display, blacksmiths shop, milking and cream shed.

Mudgeeraba QLD

2.0 km away

Our gorgeous wellness space — Image credit: The Lash Spa

Spas and Retreats

The Lash Spa

A boutique Gold Coast eyelash extension and brow salon created to serve your lash extension needs with a relaxing experience and superior quality service. Guests love their full-size floral wall, pink vintage phone booth, fully stocked lolly bar and velvet-lined private treatment rooms. They are a favourite stop for Hollywood A-listers when they visit the Gold Coast! Kick back with a glass of iced tea, soft lighting and aromatherapy while their Master Lash Technicians create your custom lash look.

Varsity Lakes QLD

3.7 km away

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Entertainment Venues

Jetpack Entertainment and Events

Jetpack Entertainment and Events offer Water Jetski, Jetpack and Flyboard shows performed by professional stunt performers. Fully themed public shows for special events such as Christmas and Halloween, lunar new year or amazing night time shows with LED suits, fireworks, and laser lighting are used in shows where the performers launch the fireworks off themselves. Events can be showcased in any location from public waterways to hotel pools or lagoons. Jetpack Events and Entertainment can perform worldwide.

Tallai QLD

4.6 km away

Rollerama roller-skating — Image credit: Carrara Markets

Amusement and Theme Parks

Rollerama Roller-Skating

Rollerama is the Gold Coast's only Roller-Skating rink and a permanent attraction at Carrara Markets. Rollerama is a fully undercover roller-skating venue. Rollerama is fun for all ages with great DJ music, and fun skate games. It's also the coolest venue for birthday parties and special celebrations, offering an exciting and memorable experience for everyone.

Carrara QLD

5.0 km away

Carrara Markets shopping — Image credit: Carrara Markets

Shopping and Markets

Carrara Markets

Carrara Markets are Australia's biggest permanent weekend markets. With over 300 market stalls, shops and dine-in cafes covering 10 acres, it's a treasure trove of the curious and the unusual. It's also the original home of discount shopping when it comes to fresh produce, fashion, homewares, pots, plants, bric a brac, arts and crafts and just about everything else. Enjoy a great day out with the family with kid favourites including pony rides, baby animal farm, face painting and bungy trampoline. The markets are home to an amazingly themed putt putt mini golf attraction with an indoor and outdoor course ideal for young and old. Plus new to the markets is Rollerama, a fantastic permanent roller-skating rink! For over 30 years Carrara Markets has been a major Gold Coast tourist destination. Its easy to get to Carrara Markets. Catch the G:Link Light Rail to Broadbeach South Station at Pacific Fair, then catch a Translink or Surfside Bus direct to the markets. Carrara Markets - Free entry. Free parking.

Carrara QLD

5.0 km away

Pizzey Park

Parks and Gardens

Pizzey Park

Pizzey Park is a haven for sports lovers! No matter your age or interest, there is sure to be a sport to suit you in the Pizzey Park precinct. There is a multitude of sports on offer including rugby league, rugby union, tennis, swimming, softball, netball, an athletics track, gymnastics and many more. Numerous clubs operate in Pizzey Park, which is a hub of activity every afternoon and weekend. There is even a skate and BMX park sure to keep the teens entertained! Each afternoon and weekend, this state of the art park is full of aspiring skaters and BMX riders. Dogs are also catered for, with an off leash area and a dog exercise facility. This dog park is known as one of the best on the Coast, treat your pooch today! The walker and jogger are not excluded, with fantastic looped pathways winding through the park, perfect for a stroll or run. Take a wander through the Pizzey Park sporting area and just listen to the hum of Gold Coasters getting energised and active each afternoon and weekend!

Mermaid Waters QLD

5.3 km away

Paintball at Skirmish Gold Coast is Awesome FUN!

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Skirmish Gold Coast

Skirmish Gold Coast offers a fun and action packed time on the Gold Coast. This outdoor paintball field has a great military vibe, with real tanks, helicopters, forts, barricades, huts and strategically placed short cuts through a bamboo forest, perfect for a surprise attack. There are three different scenario games in the two and a half hour session with a short break in-between to have a cool drink and load up ready for the next adrenaline pumping game. The novelty award presenations at the end are always a hoot. Bookings are essential online, so you don't miss out. No upfront deposits are required. All players must be 15 years or over. Closed Public Holidays.

Mudgeeraba QLD

5.6 km away

Gold Coast War Museum

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Gold Coast War Museum

The Gold Coast War Museum was established in 1975. Over the past 50 years the museum has grown to one of the largest collections of Militaria in Australia. Their Military Museum houses displays with memorabilia from all wars, with military aircraft, tank, uniforms, weapons and much more. There are activities for the kids too. Have your photo taken with a .303 in the WWI bunker photo booth. Take the warrior challenge and treasure hunt and more.

Mudgeeraba QLD

5.6 km away

Warehouse Venue

Entertainment Venues

Mo's Desert Clubhouse

Mo's is your Psychedelic Californian Desert Oasis found deep in the industrial area of Burleigh Heads. Winner of Gold Coast Music Venue 2021 and 2022, they are the home of live music on the GC for local and touring acts, home of endless creative and community projects and a proud reputation for good sorts and good times. An inspiring space for art, live performances, private events, corporate events, weddings, workshops, film shoots and more. The Warehouse is diverse with the ability to transform into your dream location for your concept. Ticketed gigs are held 4 nights a week, check our website for what's on and tickets. Private Event calendar is available, contact them directly to enquire Each event in The Warehouse is unique and tailored to the event's needs. Mo's Desert Clubhouse can hold up to 220 guests for a cocktail-style party.

Burleigh Heads QLD

5.9 km away

St Barts HQ - Burleigh Heads

Shopping and Markets

St Barts HQ - Burleigh Heads

Elevated, French-inspired Island Living. Influenced by their namesake, Saint Barthélemy; a french speaking island in the Caribbean. Curated & Collected, minimalist modernism meets vintage eclectic. Laidback, Layered and lived in elegance, celebrating natural coastal fibres and artisan craftsmanship. St Barts Burleigh Heads offers furniture, art, homewares, textiles, fashion, jewellery, and gifts.

Burleigh Heads QLD

6.0 km away

Miami Marketta entry — Image credit: Miami Marketta

Entertainment Venues

Miami Marketta

It could be the back streets of Thailand, Barcelona or New York City but it is right here in Miami on the Gold Coast. It's where the locals go and it's only eight minutes from Broadbeach. Every Wednesday through Saturday, Miami comes alive with street food from all round the world. This family orientated outdoor dining experience has seating for 1,000 people all undercover. The four onsite bars serve boutique wine and locally brewed beer, and their specialty cocktails and the main stage hosts local blues, jazz, roots independent artists. Open and free to the public from 5pm, Miami Marketta is the original Street Food market on the Gold Coast. Soak up and indulge in the tastes of the world. Come in pairs or groups, with communal tables they can cater for small to large groups throughout the open air private laneway precinct at Miami Marketta. Miami Marketta is a family friendly environment in a safe enclosed precinct.

Miami QLD

6.0 km away

Step into a world apart. Yūsen Head Spa at Pacific Fair, Broadbeach.

Spas and Retreats

Yūsen Head Spa

Yūsen Head Spa is the Gold Coast's only luxury head spa partnering exclusively with Kérastase Paris — offering travellers an experience so distinctive, guests have described it as the best they've encountered anywhere in the world. Nestled within Pacific Fair Shopping Centre in Broadbeach, Yūsen is a purpose-built Japanese-style sanctuary featuring private treatment rooms, electrically operated massage-quality chairs, and fully personalised scalp and hair consultations. Every treatment is tailored to the individual — addressing real concerns and delivering visible, tangible results guests notice immediately upon leaving. Visitors consistently describe Yūsen as a highlight of their Gold Coast trip. Guests rave about drifting to sleep mid-treatment, the attentive and skilled therapists, and the thoughtful finishing touches — including a signature matcha pudding served at the close of each session. Yūsen welcomes solo travellers, couples, and groups seeking a premium wellness experience during their Queensland visit. The Pacific Fair location offers effortless access to public transport, hotel transfers, and the broader Broadbeach precinct. Whether you are visiting the Gold Coast for a weekend escape or an extended holiday, Yūsen Head Spa delivers an experience that is meticulous, deeply restorative, and utterly unforgettable — well worth building your itinerary around.

Broadbeach Waters QLD

6.6 km away

UGG Since 1974 — Image credit: UGG Since 1974

Shopping and Markets

UGG Since 1974

Want to take home a pair of genuine Australian Ugg boots? Step into UGG Since 1974's Gold Coast factory outlet and discover what real craftsmanship looks like. For half a century, this family-run enterprise has been handcrafting premium footwear using only A-grade Australian sheepskin. Now in its third generation, the brand remains faithful to traditional slow-fashion principles, creating boots that take time to make and last for many seasons to come. Browse over 30 distinctive styles in the showroom, or work with the team to get a custom fitting that's perfect for your feet. Want something truly unique? Design your own boots and get them handmade specifically for you, right here on the Gold Coast. From selecting your sheepskin to choosing every detail, you'll create a one-of-a-kind piece that tells your story. Each pair is crafted with the same attention to detail and premium materials that have defined the brand since 1974. Take home not just boots, but a piece of Australian heritage.

Miami QLD

6.6 km away

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Entertainment Venues

Paint Juicy Paint and Sip and Entertainment

Paint Juicy is paint and sip with the volume turned up, and they come to you. No studio, no stuffiness, no being told to "express yourself" by someone in a beret. Rocking up at your venue across Queensland, New South Wales and the Northern Territory, hand you a brush and a drink, and run a night that feels less like an art workshop and more like the best party your group has been to all year. The secret sauce is the singalong. Every session is built around a nostalgia-soaked soundtrack, think 80s and 90s anthems, ABBA and Aussie rock, with a host artist keeping the energy high and, more often than not, a live performer in the room. You will paint something you are genuinely chuffed with. You will also belt out every word to songs you forgot you knew. It works for hens nights, birthdays, team building or simply a Tuesday that needed rescuing, and it works whether you have painted before or have not touched a brush since school. Beginners welcome, talent optional. They have welcomed more than 42,000 guests, hold a 4.8-star rating on Google and have been named a Best of Queensland Experience winner every year since 2022. Come find out what your group has been missing.

Miami QLD

6.6 km away

Mini Golf fun with motorised obstacles! — Image credit: Putt Putt Qld Pty Ltd

Amusement and Theme Parks

Putt Putt Mermaid Beach

Putt Putt Mermaid Beach is Australia's largest mini golf attraction, featuring 54 holes across three themed courses. Centrally located on the Gold Coast, it delivers colourful fun for couples, families and friend groups. Visitors can play three 18 hole courses — Waterways, Fun Run and Jungle Trail — filled with quirky obstacles and unexpected challenges. One course is under cover, making it ideal rain or shine. The fun continues after sunset with twilight mini golf, where the courses light up under the stars. An arcade adds excitement, while the licensed venue allows adults to enjoy a drink. Getting there is even easier, with the Gold Coast light rail running to Mermaid Beach Station, offering an affordable 50-cent public transport option directly to the attraction, while free on-site parking makes it easy for drivers. Putt Putt Mermaid Beach has entertained locals and visitors for more than 50 years and remains a favourite across generations. Flexible ticketing allows guests to buy a multi game pass and play in one visit or spread the fun across days or nights. A putt now eat later experience is also available, with discounted dining next door at the Mermaid Beach Tavern. It's a chance to connect, have fun and create holiday memories that last long after the final putt.

Mermaid Beach QLD

6.7 km away

Mermaid Beach

Natural Attractions

Mermaid Beach

There's a sense of space and calm at Mermaid Beach, thanks to its low-rise surroundings and the absence of high-rise towers. It's a favourite among locals for its laid-back vibe, offering a quieter alternative to the busier beaches nearby like Broadbeach and Surfers Paradise. The beach is ideal for long walks, morning swims, and catching a few waves, with lifeguard patrols providing peace of mind for swimmers (Towers 24, 25 and 26). Families, surfers, and beachgoers of all kinds enjoy the open feel and wide sandy foreshore. The beachside park is well-equipped with exercise equipment, toilets, BBQ areas and viewing platforms. Mermaid Beach Life Saving Club provides accessible beach matting and beach wheelchairs (contact the surf club directly for details and times) Whether you're watching the sunrise over the Pacific, enjoying a picnic in the dunes, or simply soaking up the coastal atmosphere, Mermaid Beach delivers that classic Gold Coast beach experience — simple, scenic and chill.

Mermaid Beach QLD

6.7 km away

Soak Bathhouse

Spas and Retreats

Soak Bathhouse

Give yourself a break. Press your reset button. Build up awesome immunity. Now, more than ever, it's important to stay healthy in body, mind and spirit. At Soak Bathhouse, discover a luxurious but affordable modern Australian bathhouse reinvented for today. Set in the heart of the sun-kissed Queensland, Soak Bathhouse has launched at Pacific Square, Mermaid Beach. Soak Bathhouse experiences support the four pillars of wellness – recovery, nutrition, movement and connection. Make time for a 90-minute microdose of wellness. Move between open-air hot spas, communal mineral baths, cold plunge, steam room and sauna. For some extra special "you time", bliss out with a private spa Massage, LED Express Facial or Private Infrared Sauna. Put the stress of your high-pressure life on pause. Soak Bathhouse is all about disconnecting from the daily grind. But they're about reconnecting, too. In their calming, welcoming environment, find like-minded Soakers or simply connect with yourself. Onsite parking is available.

Mermaid Beach QLD

6.7 km away

Gold Coast Bike Park

Amusement and Theme Parks

Gold Coast Bike Park

The Gold Coast Bike Park, formerly known as the Boomerang Farm Bike Park (or "Boomers"), is Southeast Queensland's premier shuttle-assisted gravity mountain bike park. Located in the Mudgeeraba hinterland, the park is operated by Elevation Parks, who officially took over management to upgrade trails, facilities, and rider services. Gold Coast Bike Park has trails for all riding styles and abilities, from technical singletrack, to gravity fed flow and jump trails, including climbing trails for trail riding and eMTB riders including Beginner Gravity riders. Over the coming months and years, Elevation Parks will continue to invest in the progressive development of new trails, rider experiences, and supporting facilities. Easily accessible by vehicle with accompanying restaurant and gold course at Boomerang Hills.

Mudgeeraba QLD

6.8 km away

The Resort — Image credit: Pacific Fair

Shopping and Markets

Pacific Fair Shopping Centre

Pacific Fair is the Gold Coast's unmissable shopping and dining destination, offering an expansive collection of luxury, iconic global brands and leading Australian retailers. With 400 stores, Pacific Fair offers a captivating blend of the world's best brands, set amongst tropical landscapes and a unique outdoor ambience. Shop one of Australia's largest collections of luxury brands including Hermes, Louis Vuitton, Celine, Gucci, Prada and Tiffany and Co., and global mega brands like H&M, Sephora, UNIQLO and Zara. Dine 'til late at upmarket restaurants in The Resort, The Patio and The Boulevard, and experience Queensland's only IMAX cinema at EVENT Cinemas. A first–class Visitor Lounge offers coach set down and parking, free WiFi and a prayer room. Luggage storage lockers are available for a small fee. The complimentary Visitor Privileges Pass provides exclusive retailer offers and is available for collection from the Visitor Lounge. Pacific Fair is open seven days a week and just a short walk from Broadbeach South G: Link station.

Broadbeach QLD

6.8 km away

Mick Schamburg Park

Parks and Gardens

Mick Schamburg Park

Enjoy fantastic views from Mick Schamburg Park, atop Miami Headland which separates North Burleigh and Miami beaches. Sweeping beach views to both the north and the south make this a picturesque park. Mick Schamburg Park is a beautiful wedding setting with views across the ocean towards Surfers Paradise in the North and Rainbow Bay in the South. There are grassed, hilltop or boardwalk areas available for your ceremony. An amenities building is located in the park at the bottom of the hill. Hilltop ceremonies will require a moderate-steep walk by your guests up the pathway. Please keep this in mind for elderly and disabled.

Miami QLD

6.8 km away

Nobby Beach

Natural Attractions

Nobby Beach

Nobby Beach is a laid-back yet vibrant pocket of the Gold Coast, nestled between Mermaid and Maimi. Steeped in quirky local history — including a tale about a runaway bullock named Nobby and the now-vanished Magic Mountain amusement park — this beachside spot blends old-school charm with a modern, active lifestyle. Today, Nobby Beach is a magnet for surfers, cyclists, and families alike, offering a welcoming community feel with a trendy edge. The beach itself is patrolled daily by lifeguards at Tower 23 near Lavarack Road, making it a safe choice for swimming and surfing. The Oceanway runs along the southern stretch, while dedicated bike lanes on Albatross and Hedges Avenues make it easy to explore on two wheels. With its golden sand, consistent surf, and buzzing dining scene just a short stroll from the shoreline, Nobby Beach hits the sweet spot between relaxed coastal living and lively beach culture.

Nobby Beach QLD

6.8 km away

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