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Natural Attractions
Located alongside Currumbin Creek Road, just a short 15-minute drive from the beaches of the Southern Gold Coast, take a dip and cool off at the Currumbin Rock Pools. The pools are suitable for all ages, with shallow sections perfect for the little ones as well as areas to enjoy a quiet picnic under the trees or visit the café conveniently located across the road.
Currumbin Valley QLD
3.7 km away
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Natural Attractions
Paddling the Rous River Canoe Trail is a great way to enjoy the Tweed's internationally significant natural environment. The Rous River meets the Tweed River at Tumbulgum, and its sheltered waters will make you quickly feel miles from anywhere. and you will be surprised how tranquil it is on the water. A well-planned trip accounting for tidal flow and paddling with the current is especially enjoyable. Bring your own kayak, canoe or paddleboard on a self-guided adventure.
Tumbulgum NSW
7.5 km away
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Shopping and Markets
Come on over to discover what’s happening at The Pavilions Marketplace, Terranora, a coastal chic shopping alternative! A new era has arrived reflecting the more discerning daily needs of Terranora and its surrounding Tweed Coast residents and tourists. A destination that is now an important part of shopping and social life in the area. The Pavilions Marketplace offers a whole new contemporary coastal shopping experience, finessing the tenancy mix to provide all of the community needs including a fresh new village grocery convenience store, a lively licensed boutique hotel, Medical Centre, Pharmacy, Gymnasium, Hair Studio, Yoga/Pilates/Meditation Studio, Beauty Studio, Veterinary Clinic, Fish and Chippery, Thai restaurant, Coffee House, Italian Woodfired Pizza, Organic butcher, Occupational Therapy, Petrol station and Child Centre Centre. All the community's needs are delivered by their very stylish specialist retailers. Add to this regular events calendar including their lady's pre-loved clothing and Artisan markets every second Friday of the month, open-air movie night every fourth Saturday of the month and Coffee and Cars lineup every second Sunday of the month. As a local or visitor to their beautiful region, you will be spoiled for choice.
Terranora NSW
8.4 km away
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Galleries, Museums and Collections
Tweed Regional Museum collects, preserves and shares the stories of the Tweed community, creating inspiring experiences that connect people to place, culture and history. Located in the heart of the region, the Museum sparks curiosity and offers meaningful cultural experiences in unexpected and memorable ways. Set within a striking building that blends heritage architecture with contemporary design, Tweed Regional Museum presents a year‑round program of exhibitions, events, public programs and learning experiences for visitors of all ages. The Museum is home to Land, Life, Culture, a permanent, interactive exhibition exploring the cultural, biological and geological stories that shape life in the Tweed. Through immersive displays, the exhibition shares stories of land, people and place, featuring vivid graphics of the region's iconic landscapes, natural specimens, a dedicated children's interactive area, and cultural stories shared by local Aboriginal community members. A vibrant program of changing exhibitions highlights the Museum's collection alongside contemporary stories about significant people, places and events from across the Tweed. The Museum also delivers engaging activities onsite and across the region, including school holiday programs, Up Late events, Museum on Wheels activations and hands‑on workshops. Tweed Regional Museum offers enriching experiences for locals and visitors alike.
Murwillumbah NSW
11 km away
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Shopping and Markets
The Foundry Murwillumbah is located in the Art Deco town of Murwillumbah in Northern New South Wales. This 'News, Lifestyle and Gift Emporium' boasts a carefully curated range of luxurious and versatile gifting options for the entire family - all within a lovingly restored 1908 building. Spanning two devoted years, the building restoration uncovered remnants of its historical ties to the township. It was the first permanent structure to be rebuilt after fire devastated the main street of Murwillumbah in 1907. Its enhanced original features provide an authentic, textural feel and atmosphere. These include the high ceilings, skylights, copper downpipes, polished concrete floors and original shelving from the 1930s. The building has been through several retail reincarnations - Chapmans Hattery (1900s), Jays the Hat House (1930s), Raward and Jays the Mercery (1960s), Rawards Mensland and now The Foundry Murwillumbah. This is the place for readers, dreamers, creators and those seeking gifting inspiration for someone special. Browse the bespoke giftware, sustainable lifestyle products, cards, magazines, stationery, toys, games, books, local tourist mementos and more. Treat yourself to a unique shopping experience that will delight the senses. Located next to the iconic Austral Café, The Foundry Murwillumbah is 30 minutes from Gold Coast Airport and 45 minutes from Byron Bay.
Murwillumbah NSW
11 km away
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Shopping and Markets
Chantilly Lace Boutique houses a unique collection of Australian and European Labels, offering timeless and statement pieces for all occasions. Offering an exquisite shopping experience with in house stylist to help you choose that something special. Lauren Vidal, Lollys Laundry, Neris, Desigual, Emily Lovelock, Foil, King Louie, Lulu Soul, Odd Molly, POM, Ruby Yaya, Sacha Drake, Getting you covered with Chic Dresses that take you from the office to Lunch and out to Dinner with ease and style.
Murwillumbah NSW
11 km away
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Shopping and Markets
Bolt and Buckle Murwillumbah is a men's clothing, gift and leather goods store in the heart of the Tweed Valley. Known locally as the "men are so hard to buy for" store, it's where locals and visitors go to find a gift for him, whether it's a birthday, Father's Day or Christmas. The store is home to Indepal Leather, Bolt + Buckle's own range of top-grain leather bags, satchels, duffles, wallets, belts and leather journals. Alongside it is a curated menswear range of shirts, jeans, chinos, knitwear, boots and hats from labels including Industrie, Levi's, Brixton and Goorin Bros, plus quirky gifts and accessories. Staff are on hand to help with sizing, styling and gift ideas. Bolt + Buckle is an easy stop when exploring Murwillumbah and the wider Northern Rivers, whether you're visiting the Tweed Regional Gallery, riding the Northern Rivers Rail Trail or heading out to the Tweed Valley's villages. It's a short drive from Tweed Heads, Kingscliff, Cabarita and the Gold Coast. Sister stores are in Alstonville and Brisbane Arcade.
Murwillumbah NSW
11 km away
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Entertainment Venues
M|Arts Precinct is a unique destination, offering visitors to the region a cultural and creative experience through micro art galleries, cinema, restaurants, events, cafe and bar, and creative retail and food outlets. Visitors can connect directly to the artists, makers and food producers in their studio, experience them at work and purchase something unique straight from their galleries. Also housed in M|Arts is Bistro Livi, a small neighbourhood restaurant run by a passionate and dynamic team who all share a mutual love of food, wine and good times. Voted Best Regional Restaurant in NSW by Gourmet Traveller.
Murwillumbah NSW
11 km away
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Historical Sites and Heritage Locations
The Northern Rivers Rail Trail is a shared recreation and nature trail that winds through some of the most picturesque countryside in northern New South Wales. When fully completed, the 132-kilometre trail will connect Murwillumbah to Casino, passing through historic villages, rolling farmland and scenic valleys. Two sections of the trail are now open. The northern section spans 24 kilometres from Murwillumbah to Crabbes Creek, passing through Stokers Siding, Burringbar, and Mooball. With a mix of sealed and compact gravel surfaces, it is accessible for walkers, cyclists, and runners. Along the way, cross 16 heritage railway bridges and explore the 524-metre-long Burringbar Range Tunnel, home to glow worms and microbats. The southern section stretches 29.7 kilometres from Casino to Lismore, following the old rail corridor past open countryside, creek crossings and historic railway bridges. This section also features the Naughtons Gap Tunnel, offering a glimpse into the region's rail history. A dedicated bridle pathway provides over 20 kilometres of track for horse riders. Ideal for nature lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, and history buffs, the Northern Rivers Rail Trail offers a unique way to experience the beauty and heritage of the region.
South Murwillumbah NSW
11 km away
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Natural Attractions
The Tweed River is a popular shore diving location. While there are a number of sites that can be dived in the Tweed River, the best site is the rocky wall adjacent to the harbour near the river mouth. This rocky wall forms a habitat for a wide variety of marine life, including rock cods, moray eels, octopus, cuttlefish, stripeys, globefish, lionfish, crabs, shrimps and also nudibranchs. The Tweed River is also a spot where divers can see muck critters, such as stonefish, pineapplefish, scorpionfish, ghost pipefish and even frogfish. With a maximum depth of 12 metres the Tweed River is a site that all divers can enjoy, but being tidal it is best dived on the high tide for calm water and good visibility.
South Murwillumbah NSW
11 km away
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Galleries, Museums and Collections
Studio 8 is a new collaborative creative hub in the heart of Currumbin. Nestled in the vibrant, coastal heart of Currumbin on the Gold Coast, Studio 8 is a brand new art space designed to inspire creativity, foster connection, and celebrate the arts. Studio 8 has been thoughtfully curated to serve as a platform for solo and group exhibitions, creative workshops, artist talks, and community driven art events. The gallery/art space aims to be a gathering place where ideas are shared, and creativity thrives. There will be rotating artists sharing bodies of work in the forms of painting, photography, ceramics and more "Our vision for Studio 8 is to create a space that reflects the artistic spirit of Currumbin open, collaborative, and inspiring" says the Studio 8 team. "We look forward to welcoming the local community and visitors into a space that celebrates artistic expression in all its forms."
Currumbin Waters QLD
11 km away
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Entertainment Venues
Discover the fun of being in the circus right here in Currumbin, Gold Coast. HAPY Studio offers Aerial Arts classes and workshops for kids and adults. You don't need to be a professional to join these classes, regular people can do Aerial too! Try out Aerial Silks, Aerial Hoop, Trapeze and Aerial Hammock, Aerial Straps. Classes from 2yo through to Seniors Come along and enjoy Aerial and Acrobatic Performances by our HAPY Youth Troupe and Adult Performers.
Currumbin Waters QLD
12 km away
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Amusement and Theme Parks
More than just a farm and no ordinary tourist attraction, Tropical Fruit World has been a pioneer for eco-tourism since 1983. Located 20 minutes from Gold Coast Airport—and only 10 minutes drive from Tweed Coast beaches and trendy coastal villages like Kingscliff—come and spend time on a 200-acre working farm featuring over 500 unusual tropical fruits from all over the world, while admiring views out over the region’s tallest mountain, Mt Warning (Wollumbin). At Tropical Fruit World you’ll have a window into farming life and observe how a family farm manages to operate completely in harmony with its surroundings. Explore the in-house nursery, a retail shop with homemade products and shop for fresh produce at the onsite fruit market. Admission tickets include a fully guided Plantation Safari with fruit tasting show, wildlife boat cruise of the island recreation area, fauna park (to meet kangaroos, emus and farm animals) and an introduction to Australian Bush Tucker. There are also workshops and specialty cultural experiences the whole family can enjoy. Don’t depart without eating breakfast or lunch at Plantation Café, which showcases the best fruits in season picked fresh daily. Sampling the jackfruit nachos, dragon fruit cheesecake, or the always popular smashed avocado on sourdough.
Duranbah NSW
12 km away
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Natural Attractions
Currumbin Beach is a stunning stretch of coastline nestled between two rocky headlands, offering golden sands, rolling waves, and postcard-perfect views. It's a favourite spot for those chasing a relaxed, natural vibe on the southern end of the Gold Coast. The east-facing beach tends to serve up bigger, more unpredictable waves, making it popular with experienced surfers looking for a bit of a challenge. Every year in September, this beach transforms into an open-air gallery for SWELL Sculpture Festival, with large-scale artworks dotted along the sand. The Currumbin VIkings Surf Life Saving Club is perched at the southern end of the beach, and boasts one of the best vantage points of the Surfers Paradise skyline from the deck. Ascend the stairs that lead up to the surf club and keep going to climb Elephant Rock. The small viewing platform at the top offers panoramic views of the coastline, perfect for a sunrise or sunset moment. It's also a great place to spot humpback whales out to sea from June - October.
Currumbin QLD
12 km away
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Amusement and Theme Parks
Holidays in Coolangatta hit differently – salty hair, sandy toes, ocean breezes… Sounds idyllic, right? That's Timezone Coolangatta: the Gold Coast's ultimate holiday cool-down zone, must-do attraction, and all-round sanity saver. Whether the heat's cranked to 'fry an egg on the footpath,' the clouds suddenly crack open, or your kids hit you with the classic "I'm booooored" we've got the remedy: arcade games, cool drinks, and a chill-out corner calling your tired feet. Timezone Coolangatta is a big, beautiful entertainment destination that understands the holiday assignment: family-friendly fun guaranteed to delight all ages. Sprawling across 3,000 square metres inside The Strand at Coolangatta shopping precinct, this is the place where holidays go from mundane to magic. Try your hand at one of the more than 175 epic arcade games (hello Virtual Rabbids, Mega Stacker, Color Match, Mario Kart and so many more) or dive into seven short bowling lanes perfect for quick rounds between beach dips. Feeling bold? Challenge your mates to bumper cars or tag your kids into a laser battle they won't forget. And when your feet need a break? Grab a cold drink from the fully licensed bar and sink into our chill-out area – because holidays should feel like exhaling. For play, connection, aircon, laughs and unbeatable vibes, Timezone Coolangatta is the holiday highlight you'll talk about all the way home.
Coolangatta QLD
12 km away
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Galleries, Museums and Collections
The Museum complex consists of four buildings. The Old Tweed Heads Court House is the Headquarters of the Tweed Heads Historical Society Inc, custodians of the Tweed Maritime Museum. As well as housing the historical records of the Society (which are available for research), the building contains a fine collection of historical photographs depicting the early Tweed settlements, beach and country scenes, shipping, pioneer families and commerce. The Society was founded in 1985, and its objectives are to promote, conserve and research Tweed Valley and Lower Gold Coast history. Meetings are held once a month and are open to visitors. With local buses every half hour it is easily accessible on Kennedy Drive.
Tweed Heads NSW
12 km away
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Parks and Gardens
Laguna Park is simply the best kids playground on the Coast! There's a huge array of interactive and fun equipment to suit kids of all ages. Try out the huge adventure playground, pirate ship, heaps of slides and rockers, a pedal power monorail, funny faces interactive boards and heaps more. With so many options for the kids, there is a play space to suit every age. The entire playground is fenced, which is great for the little ones and it also includes a Liberty Swing for kids in wheelchairs. Laguna Park is also the perfect venue for your child's birthday party or your next get together. The park features several barbecue and undercover picnic areas, as well as a new amenity block. Laguna Park buzzes with excitement every weekend, and is a regular venue for music in the park. The park also overlooks a lake, and has a great relaxing feel with the water views. There is plenty of parking, with on street areas, as well as a dedicated car park for park users. Laguna Park is a kids paradise - treat the kids and they will not be disappointed!
Palm Beach QLD
13 km away
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Shopping and Markets
Cornerstone Stores is a boutique mixed-use retail precinct on Queensland's southern Gold Coast in Tugun, directly opposite Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. The precinct is built around an inward-facing courtyard with a central Pandanus palm and houses nine independent stores including a cafe, fromagerie and cellar, organic butcher, barber, wellness studio, holiday-stays operator, lifestyle boutique, activewear retailer and teacher-training headquarters. Architecturally designed by Brisbane practice Richards and Spence, the building won the 2018 Think Brick Award for its considered use of red brick, raw concrete and timber. The palette is intentionally limited and the courtyard creates a quiet, sheltered communal space. Open seven days, Cornerstone is dog-friendly throughout the courtyard, offers free on-site parking and is fully accessible at ground level. It sits just six minutes by car from Gold Coast Airport, making it a natural first or last stop on the drive between the airport and Byron Bay. Visitors can grab a coffee from early morning, browse local makers and independent retailers, take a yoga class, get a haircut or stock the holiday fridge, all within one Tugun courtyard.
Tugun QLD
13 km away
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Zoos, Sanctuaries, Aquariums and Wildlife Parks
Home to millions of bees and an extensive selection of delicious honey products, and sweets from iconic Queensland brands. You will be sure to find something delicious at Honeyworld! A visit to Honeyworld will teach you about the processes involved in making and collecting honey. Learn how the honey goes from the hive to your home and enjoy a free tasting of several honey varieties. Take the kids on a tour of sweet discovery, learning about the importance of bees and see if they can spot the Queen Bee! Honeyworld sells a huge range of honey and honey related products such as pure Australian honey in a jar, royal jelly, manuka honey, beeswax products, cosmetics, honeycombs and other BEE-autiful products.
Currumbin QLD
13 km away
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Sports and Recreation Facilities
Gold Coast Skydive are the only Tandem Skydive operation on the gorgeous Gold Coast! Boasting an excellent safety record, state of the art equipment and a pristine beach-side location. They have a great team full of fun and professional tandem masters who will take passengers through all the necessary training and go out of their way to make sure it's a truly amazing experience that you will never forget!
Coolangatta QLD
13 km away
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Amusement and Theme Parks
The stars are descending from the night sky at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary on the Gold Coast. Set off on a night walk across mysterious grounds to discover a celestial pathway of lustrous light, cosmic visions, and astral song. As the night unfolds, embark on an enchanted experience with your friends and family, and discover the wonder of the stars. This luminous adventure will immerse you in the magic of light and projection with a moving soundscape, set in natural Australian bushland at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. Produced by global entertainment creators, Moment Factory, this world-class multisensory experience is the first of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere, an experience not to be missed!
Currumbin QLD
13 km away
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Amusement and Theme Parks
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary - Queensland's most iconic wildlife experience! Discover some of Australia's most amazing native animals! Check out the Outback Springs precinct. Meet farmyard animals, pan for gem stones or try some authentic billy tea. Stay for lunch at The Homestead, located in the heart of Kangaroo Country, this venue offers a unique outback dining experience. Step back in time with Dinosaurs and megafauna on the Extinction Trail or visit the forgotten world of Lost Valley! Don't miss the wild lorikeet feeding or the Wild Skies Free Flight Bird Show, be immersed in Aboriginal culture or chill out at Wild Island Adventure Splash Zone! See the amazing vets in action within the Currumbin Wildlife Hospital. Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is a not-for-profit organisation and reinvests all proceeds back into wildlife and conservation programs.
Currumbin QLD
13 km away
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Amusement and Theme Parks
The TreeTop Challenge is an exciting aerial adventure located inside the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary where you will be experiencing up to 100 aerial challenges including 14 huge ziplines that are spread across seven courses and suspended high above many animal enclosures! When you undertake their seven unique courses, ranging from easy to extreme, you will be climbing through the trees high above many iconic Australian animals including dingoes and emus while zip-lining over crocodiles and kangaroos! The TreeTop Challenge is perfect for groups of all sizes, with no experience required. We recommend allowing 2.5 - 3 hours to complete all the courses. So are you ready for a day of thrills, action and epic adventure as you experience the rush of flying through the trees, the satisfaction of conquering your fears and getting outside your comfort zone?
Currumbin QLD
13 km away
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Galleries, Museums and Collections
Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre are housed in a large, modern, architecturally award-winning building with views to Wollumbin/Mount Warning. The Gallery's seven exhibition spaces present a dynamic program of historical to contemporary touring exhibitions, alongside exhibitions showcasing the work of regional and national artists presented exclusively at the Tweed Regional Gallery. The program includes the Olive Cotton Award for photographic portraiture. An extensive collection of portraits representing Australia's diverse community is a highlight of the Gallery's permanent collection. Visitors can participate in a range of complementary public programs and workshops catering for all ages and abilities. The Gallery also includes a workshop and education space, a research library, the Gallery Shop and the Gallery Café with indoor and outdoor seating. The Margaret Olley Art Centre celebrates the career, life and legacy of Margaret Olley, Australia's most celebrated painter of still life and interiors. Margaret Olley Art Centre combines exhibitions, interactives and the permanent re-creation of areas of Olley's famous home studio. Margaret Olley Art Centre is complemented by the Nancy Fairfax Artist in Residence Studio.
South Murwillumbah NSW
13 km away
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