Gold Coast Attractions
BASE YOURSELF NEAR THE GOLD COAST’S BIGGEST ATTRACTIONS
Bayview Beach Holiday Apartments offers a peaceful waterfront location with quick access to the Gold Coast’s most iconic experiences. Spend the day at the theme parks, wildlife parks, adrenaline-pumping experiences, or indulge in world-class shopping and dining.
These are the highlights that bring people to the coast, and they are all within easy reach when you stay here.
Gold Coast Marathon
Bayview Beach Holiday Apartments sits within easy reach of the Gold Coast’s top theme parks. Warner Bros.
Movie World delivers high-speed rides, live stunt shows, and big-screen characters across every corner of the park. Wet’n’Wild Gold Coast runs all day with towering slides, a massive wave pool, and water play zones built to keep everyone moving.
At Dreamworld and White Water World, thrill rides, animal exhibits, and splash areas come together across one massive site. SeaWorld combines marine life encounters with shows, rides, and animal exhibits along the Broadwater. These parks remain among the most popular attractions anywhere on the coast.
Entertainment, Events, and Live Venues
The Star Gold Coast brings together fine dining, live shows, and casino entertainment in one stylish location. Dracula’s Cabaret adds something different with its blend of dark comedy, burlesque, and theatre, all served with dinner. The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) sits nearby in Broadbeach and hosts major concerts, expos, and cultural events throughout the year. To find out what is on during your stay, visit the official events calendar for the latest updates.
Parks, Markets, and Outdoor Highlights
Burleigh National Park remains one of the most scenic coastal walks on the Gold Coast, with ocean-view trails and rainforest tracks just minutes from the city. Carrara Markets offer a weekend mix of fresh food, fashion, and local goods across a wide open-air layout. The Gold Coast Botanic Gardens provide a peaceful setting for picnics or walks among native plants and themed garden zones.
For those who want to get in the water, local dive sites and surf spots like Currumbin Alley, Snapper Rocks, and Wave Break Island are close and well-known. Breweries, distilleries, and hinterland wineries give visitors another way to explore the region’s local flavour. Nearby stadiums also host national and international sporting events, making it easy to catch a game while you are here.
More Gold Coast Experiences
Beyond the major theme parks, other standout attractions are close by. Paradise Country gives visitors a taste of farm life with native animals, stock shows, and family-friendly fun. For a night of entertainment, Australian Outback Spectacular delivers live action performances with horses, music, and a three-course dinner. Nearby, Top Golf offers interactive driving range games and casual dining in a multi-level venue popular with groups and families.
Pacific Fair
Pacific Fair stands as the Gold Coast’s premier shopping destination. Located in Broadbeach, this centre brings together high-end fashion, lifestyle brands, and everyday essentials across a vast indoor-outdoor layout.
Visitors can explore hundreds of stores, catch a film at the cinema, or sit down to eat in a vibrant dining precinct. The mix of open-air spaces and modern design creates a relaxed but polished retail experience, just a short drive from Bayview Beach Holiday Apartments.
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary remains one of the Gold Coast’s most iconic attractions. Guests can hold a koala, feed kangaroos, and watch birds of prey in action. The sanctuary also features rainforest boardwalks and the high ropes Treetop Challenge for those who want to add adventure to their visit. With wide paths and animal shows running daily, the park suits all ages and continues to draw families and international guests year after year.
Coombabah Lakelands Conservation Area
This conservation area sits just 10 minutes from Bayview Beach Holiday Apartments. Kangaroos gather in open clearings, koalas rest in the treetops, and native bird species pass through the wetlands. Raised boardwalks and flat bush trails run through forest and marshland, offering a peaceful setting with very few crowds. Coombabah Lakelands gives visitors a chance to see Australian wildlife in its natural environment, without leaving the suburbs.
Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise blends coastal views with city activity. The beach runs beside busy shopping streets, casual restaurants, and live entertainment. Visitors can ride to the top of the Q1 building and step onto the SkyPoint Observation Deck to take in panoramic views of the coast and skyline. Cavill Avenue draws crowds to its shops and dining lanes, while the Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets bring local stalls and handmade finds right to the shoreline. Nearby attractions like Infinity Attraction and Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Add something playful to the day or night.
Hinterland Day Trips
The Gold Coast hinterland adds a change of scenery within easy reach of Bayview Beach Holiday Apartments. Springbrook National Park features waterfalls, forest tracks, and the well-known Natural Bridge. Glowworm caves light up at night and remain a rare sight near the coast. Tamborine Mountain brings together rainforest walks, wineries, and small local galleries along the Gallery Walk. These areas remain popular day trips for couples and nature-focused travellers.
Miami Marketta
Miami Marketta brings together live music, food stalls, craft beer, and street art in one lively spot. Local vendors set up across an industrial-style laneway with communal seating and a casual rhythm that suits both locals and visitors. The venue runs multiple nights a week and attracts couples, small groups, and anyone looking for food and entertainment in one stop.
HOTA Arts Precinct
HOTA sits in Bundall, just a short drive from Bayview Beach Holiday Apartments. This arts precinct includes a modern gallery, theatre, and rooftop bar with skyline views. Exhibitions change regularly, and the event calendar includes live shows, festivals, and outdoor cinema sessions. Visitors can spend time inside or enjoy the open grounds surrounding the centre.
Miami Marketta
Miami Marketta brings together live music, food stalls, craft beer, and street art in one lively spot. Local vendors set up across an industrial-style laneway with communal seating and a casual rhythm that suits both locals and visitors. The venue runs multiple nights a week and attracts couples, small groups, and anyone looking for food and entertainment in one stop.
Entertainment, Events, and Live Venues
The Star Gold Coast brings together fine dining, live shows, and casino entertainment in one stylish location. Dracula’s Cabaret adds something different with its blend of dark comedy, burlesque, and theatre, all served with dinner. The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) sits nearby in Broadbeach and hosts major concerts, expos, and cultural events throughout the year. To find out what is on during your stay, visit the official events calendar for the latest updates.
More Gold Coast Experiences
Beyond the major theme parks, other standout attractions are close by. Paradise Country gives visitors a taste of farm life with native animals, stock shows, and family-friendly fun. For a night of entertainment, Australian Outback Spectacular delivers live action performances with horses, music, and a three-course dinner. Nearby, Top Golf offers interactive driving range games and casual dining in a multi-level venue popular with groups and families.
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary remains one of the Gold Coast’s most iconic attractions. Guests can hold a koala, feed kangaroos, and watch birds of prey in action. The sanctuary also features rainforest boardwalks and the high ropes Treetop Challenge for those who want to add adventure to their visit. With wide paths and animal shows running daily, the park suits all ages and continues to draw families and international guests year after year.
Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise blends coastal views with city activity. The beach runs beside busy shopping streets, casual restaurants, and live entertainment. Visitors can ride to the top of the Q1 building and step onto the SkyPoint Observation Deck to take in panoramic views of the coast and skyline. Cavill Avenue draws crowds to its shops and dining lanes, while the Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets bring local stalls and handmade finds right to the shoreline. Nearby attractions like Infinity Attraction and Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Add something playful to the day or night.
Miami Marketta
Miami Marketta brings together live music, food stalls, craft beer, and street art in one lively spot. Local vendors set up across an industrial-style laneway with communal seating and a casual rhythm that suits both locals and visitors. The venue runs multiple nights a week and attracts couples, small groups, and anyone looking for food and entertainment in one stop.
Runaway Bay Sports
Several major sports facilities sit just minutes from Bayview Beach Holiday Apartments. The Gold Coast Performance Centre features an Olympic pool, full gym, and professional-grade athletics track. Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium supports basketball, volleyball, and other court-based activities throughout the year.
Sports Precinct West includes walking paths, open green space, and shaded seating that works well for light exercise or morning routines. These locations suit athletes, fitness-focused guests, and families who want space to stay active.
Miami Marketta
Miami Marketta brings together live music, food stalls, craft beer, and street art in one lively spot. Local vendors set up across an industrial-style laneway with communal seating and a casual rhythm that suits both locals and visitors. The venue runs multiple nights a week and attracts couples, small groups, and anyone looking for food and entertainment in one stop.
Everything You Want, Right Where You Are
Bayview Beach Holiday Apartments gives you a quiet place to unwind with direct access to the Gold Coast’s biggest attractions. Coastlines, wildlife parks, theme parks, shopping, and live entertainment all sit within easy reach. Spend each day how you like, without needing to travel far.
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