Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Gold Coast Central February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Gold Coast Central](https://expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Central-Hotels.d553248635975855517.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Gold Coast Central Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Gold-Coast-Central.d553248635975855517.Car-Hire-Guide)[Gold Coast Central Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Central.d553248635975855517.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Gold Coast Central ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Gold Coast Central Types of activities [Gold Coast Central travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Central.dx553248635975855517) ![Ethereal Horizons: Capturing the Melody of Surfers Paradise's Coastal Symphony](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975855517/7b036033-62b0-4776-8479-ac5236c9d747.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ethereal Horizons: Capturing the Melody of Surfers Paradise's Coastal Symphony](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975855517/7b036033-62b0-4776-8479-ac5236c9d747.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Gold Coast Australia ゴールドコースト　オーストラリア](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975855517/85e05b5b-c557-4fa4-906d-724477e8a8b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sunrise at The Spit #Southport #Sunrise](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9862/6553c078-f171-4baa-9ea9-95230a800028.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Gold Coast Central Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Gold Coast Central has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Gold Coast Central, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Gold Coast Central with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Gold Coast Central Gold Coast Central is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Gold Coast Central, and make it a breeze to explore Gold Coast Central and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Gold Coast Central to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Gold Coast Central, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Gold Coast Central. #### Gold Coast Central attractions Gold Coast Central has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Gold Coast Central to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Gold Coast Central. Looking for things to do in Gold Coast Central can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Gold Coast Central ### Tours & day trips [See all 118 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Full-Day Moreton Island 4x4 Sightseeing Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/255682/7a0f3cd8-d927-4258-80e9-8d2b5853a041.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Moreton Island 4x4 Sightseeing Tour 11h 30m 4/10 5 verified reviews Free cancellation available £91 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-moreton-island-4x4-sightseeing-tour.a255682.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold C...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1399045/a0232bae-62ac-4d0a-9964-d15ef2833d90.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold C... 14h 9/10 243 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £135 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/moreton-island-day-trip-kayak-snorkel-sandboard-frm-brisbane-or-gold-coast.a1399045.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5081569/7c74ab35-f649-4909-9c6d-0d7ce6d17b3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket 9.6/10 76 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £37 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/currumbin-wildlife-sanctuary-entry-ticket.a5081569.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![O'Reilly's & Lamington National Park from Gold Coast](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3876543/57372573-8066-4936-9aeb-8f28d0dbc97a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### O'Reilly's & Lamington National Park from Gold Coast 8h 45m 8.6/10 19 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/oreillys-lamington-national-park-from-gold-coast.a3876543.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4106496/72aef272-52e5-4a72-bdb0-0bd7f1761bcc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise 1h 30m 9/10 51 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £29 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/surfers-paradise-sightseeing-sunset-river-cruise.a4106496.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Daytime Scenic Rim Glow Worm Tour + Hop on Hop off Bus - BNE](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45700748/4bf0c306-a5ef-4380-a852-969c90bab61d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Daytime Scenic Rim Glow Worm Tour + Hop on Hop off Bus - BNE 8h 9.6/10 9 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £71 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/daytime-scenic-rim-glow-worm-tour-gold-coast-pickup.a45700748.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Gold Coast Buffet Lunch Sightseeing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1399441/dd6c627d-012e-40b7-9b4f-cf6078e5b925.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gold Coast Buffet Lunch Sightseeing Cruise 2h 9.2/10 62 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £46 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/buffet-lunch-sightseeing-cruise.a1399441.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![The Tastes of Tamborine Mountain](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1086297/ec81f5a4-1faa-48d5-89f4-5dffb016324e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Tastes of Tamborine Mountain 8h 9/10 12 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £120 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-tastes-of-tamborine-mountain.a1086297.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Evening Rainforest & Glow Worm Tour from Gold Coast](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/701356/1f676779-a13b-437f-81cc-aa430c72fad6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Evening Rainforest & Glow Worm Tour from Gold Coast 3h 30m 9/10 77 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £62 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/evening-rainforest-glow-worm-experience-small-group-tour.a701356.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Paradise Country: Ultimate Aussie Farm Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46237765/4d386842-ba8a-449c-b2db-5283de207468.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Paradise Country: Ultimate Aussie Farm Experience 8/10 4 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/paradise-country-ultimate-aussie-farm-experience.a46237765.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 61 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&filter.categories=Wateractivities) ![Full-Day Moreton Island 4x4 Sightseeing Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/255682/7a0f3cd8-d927-4258-80e9-8d2b5853a041.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Moreton Island 4x4 Sightseeing Tour 11h 30m 4/10 5 verified reviews Free cancellation available £91 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-moreton-island-4x4-sightseeing-tour.a255682.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold C...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1399045/a0232bae-62ac-4d0a-9964-d15ef2833d90.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold C... 14h 9/10 243 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £135 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/moreton-island-day-trip-kayak-snorkel-sandboard-frm-brisbane-or-gold-coast.a1399045.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![45-Minute Gold Coast High Speed Jet Boat Thrill Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47173970/dc0af9a4-7a7b-4460-a292-e8e650ef4b36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 45-Minute Gold Coast High Speed Jet Boat Thrill Ride 45m 10/10 9 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/arro-jet-boating-experience.a47173970.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Snorkelling with Turtles – Cook Island Marine Reserve](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2555549/abfb8a36-215d-40c2-b5c0-fdafa5661cd4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Snorkelling with Turtles – Cook Island Marine Reserve 6h 6.8/10 5 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £73 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guided-snorkel-with-fish-tour-at-cook-island-aquatic-reserve.a2555549.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Gold Coast: Snorkel with Turtles](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47288338/207c6509-6c37-4b06-a130-c804ae946a58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gold Coast: Snorkel with Turtles 2h 30m 9.2/10 39 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £67 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/gold-coast-turtle-tour-snorkel.a47288338.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![3-Day Fraser Island Kingfisher Bay Resort Excursion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/259821/f650ffc7-e49e-4ce3-a56d-7b88d093904a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3-Day Fraser Island Kingfisher Bay Resort Excursion 1d+ 8/10 3 verified reviews £598 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/3-day-fraser-island-kingfisher-bay-resort-excursion.a259821.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Full-day Fraser Island 4x4 Adventure Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/255688/a9fbb870-0f77-4ba9-beec-67de33843245.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-day Fraser Island 4x4 Adventure Tour 8h 15m 4.8/10 3 verified reviews Free cancellation available £276 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-fraser-island-4x4-adventure-tour.a255688.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Gold Coast: Surfers Parasailing with Free Photos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46169296/1ca6c799-e7eb-400f-abca-8e633746726c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gold Coast: Surfers Parasailing with Free Photos 2h 9.8/10 35 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £50 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/surfers-paradise-parasailing-adventure.a46169296.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![2-Day Fraser Island 4x4 and accommodation Adventure Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/255696/2852e221-0d15-41ad-b4c8-4f4508bead75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 2-Day Fraser Island 4x4 and accommodation Adventure Tour 2d 10/10 1 verified review £355 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-day-fraser-island-4x4-adventure-tour.a255696.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Gold Coast's Favourite Learn to Surf Lesson (Ages 13+)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4545636/498b1ef8-c477-481f-88d6-1e15ddfa958f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gold Coast's Favourite Learn to Surf Lesson (Ages 13+) 2h 9.8/10 13 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £39 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/gold-coasts-favourite-learn-to-surf-lesson-ages-13.a4545636.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 28 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Dracula's - Dinner & Show](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/254668/6519fd47-5be1-4bd7-a52a-995483337474.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Dracula's - Dinner & Show 3h 30m+ 9.2/10 134 verified reviews Free cancellation available £62 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/draculas-dinner-show.a254668.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Paradise Country: Ultimate Aussie Farm Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46237765/4d386842-ba8a-449c-b2db-5283de207468.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Paradise Country: Ultimate Aussie Farm Experience 8/10 4 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/paradise-country-ultimate-aussie-farm-experience.a46237765.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![From Gold Coast: Byron Bay and Bangalow Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48261838/019c3f53-d41e-45fc-ab32-86da5db46738.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Gold Coast: Byron Bay and Bangalow Day Tour 1d 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available £105 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-gold-coast-byron-bay-and-bangalow-day-tour.a48261838.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Hinterland Heritage Wine Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3631026/f73c6acf-44f9-48d9-9004-6e57550a6edb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hinterland Heritage Wine Tour 8h 9/10 9 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £104 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hinterland-heritage-wine-tour.a3631026.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3353851/d265fba6-ee67-4b66-adab-45708eb0e728.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises 1h 31m 9.6/10 5 verified reviews Free cancellation available ~~£21~~£14 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/gold-coast-1-5-hour-sightseeing-river-cruise-from-surfers-paradise.a3353851.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Gold Coast: Natural Bridge Glow Worm Night Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44631735/dd2b1a3c-846a-4b7a-8d98-5f054e625faa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gold Coast: Natural Bridge Glow Worm Night Tour 3h 8.8/10 11 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £44 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/gold-coast-natural-bridge-glow-worm-night-tour.a44631735.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Surfers Paradise: Sightseeing Midday River and Canal Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4510299/3efb835e-c88d-4ab6-a525-bd6bf1f17df9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surfers Paradise: Sightseeing Midday River and Canal Cruise 1h 9.6/10 65 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £12 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/surfers-paradise-and-gold-coast-midday-river-cruise.a4510299.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Lamington National Park, O'Reilly's & Vineyard Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3961217/7d66c2df-1316-4a4e-8dee-32d0bf60404a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lamington National Park, O'Reilly's & Vineyard Tour 7h 9.8/10 21 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £67 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/oreillys-rainforest-retreat-and-winery-day-tour-from-nerang.a3961217.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Gold Coast Sailing Cruise with sparkling wine & nibbles platter](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1401632/0e3f596e-0fc5-4334-b89e-62ab7ecdebf2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gold Coast Sailing Cruise with sparkling wine & nibbles platter 2h 9.6/10 17 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £62 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/gold-coast-sailing-cruise-with-sparkling-wine-nibbles-platter.a1401632.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Gold Coast: Sightseeing Cruise with Buffet Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4522972/a7966b1c-0b02-43ff-9f24-446d0d7e0153.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gold Coast: Sightseeing Cruise with Buffet Lunch 2h 9.6/10 259 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £52 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/null.a4522972.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 16 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Gold Coast Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/811455/e7e6c831-e03f-4c68-a9af-1b54e1a17728.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gold Coast Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise 2h 30m 9.4/10 94 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £67 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/gold-coast-buffet-dinner-sightseeing-cruise.a811455.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Gold Coast: Parasailing in Surfers Paradise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44635858/62011c69-1102-489d-8410-220b27618085.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gold Coast: Parasailing in Surfers Paradise 1h 9.4/10 60 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £103 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/gold-coast-parasail-flight-by-boat.a44635858.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Ultimate 10 Hour Jetski Adventure from Gold Coast to Tangalooma](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48492075/dec14110-ebef-4f42-b253-06e6e81388d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ultimate 10 Hour Jetski Adventure from Gold Coast to Tangalooma 10h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available £313 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ultimate-10-hour-jetski-adventure-from-gold-coast-to-tangalooma.a48492075.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![HOHO - Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk + Glow Worm Caves - GC](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1407886/7a520bae-fcd5-49c6-b3ef-959aec22b29a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### HOHO - Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk + Glow Worm Caves - GC 8h Free cancellation available £86 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hop-on-hop-off-brewery-adventure.a1407886.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Gold Coast Skippered Canal Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1408066/2301df07-2dd4-44ad-b134-0a9325e61efe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gold Coast Skippered Canal Cruise 5h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £107 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/gold-coast-skippered-canal-cruise.a1408066.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Guided Private Tour "Love Stories of Gold Coast"](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3350997/edbbe6d5-70d0-494e-9269-c0e8974d8ef5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided Private Tour "Love Stories of Gold Coast" 2h Free cancellation available £945 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guided-tour-love-stories-of-gold-coast.a3350997.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Private Half-Day Southern Gold Coast Highlights Supercar Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4110065/1cb2d7e1-5c72-40f6-87b1-a41fdc504662.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Half-Day Southern Gold Coast Highlights Supercar Tour 3h Free cancellation available £235 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-half-day-southern-gold-coast-highlights-supercar-tour.a4110065.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Gold Coast: 2-Hour Private Surf Lesson with Photo Package](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4510420/a7154aec-28df-4c66-9235-5f0056b9341c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gold Coast: 2-Hour Private Surf Lesson with Photo Package 2h 30m 9.4/10 13 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £73 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/gold-coast-2-hour-private-surf-lesson-with-photo-package.a4510420.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Rayglass Protector - Standard Private Charter - Whitsundays](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2471420/181df338-f1e3-43bd-abce-ddcb6d605524.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rayglass Protector - Standard Private Charter - Whitsundays 11h £2,012 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rayglass-protector-standard-private-charter-whitsundays.a2471420.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![The Best of Gold Coast Private Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3351004/3b3ae5c7-5b1e-45e9-b7b8-6640546e82fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Best of Gold Coast Private Walking Tour 2h Free cancellation available £756 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-best-of-gold-coast-walking-tour.a3351004.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ### Attractions [See all 10 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&filter.categories=Attractions) ![1-Day Dreamworld Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50392460/8ed532de-dd07-4001-b097-920685e2ad21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1-Day Dreamworld Ticket 1d 7.4/10 3 verified reviews £57 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-day-dreamworld-ticket.a50392460.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![2 Day Ticket Dreamworld + SkyPoint](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50421791/8733dec4-f4b0-4fb5-9e9e-2d014ac2acb8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 2 Day Ticket Dreamworld + SkyPoint 2d Free cancellation available £67 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-day-ticket-dreamworld-skypoint.a50421791.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![1 Day SkyPoint](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50491528/1e5fdb8e-48cf-47e2-afdf-afaa30093ef8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1 Day SkyPoint 1d 8/10 2 verified reviews Free cancellation available £19 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-day-skypoint.a50491528.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![HOTA: Gold Coast Home of the Arts Cruise & Dine Experience Pass](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50065280/67dd025d-2364-4904-80b8-2a48fd6837e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### HOTA: Gold Coast Home of the Arts Cruise & Dine Experience Pass 6h Free cancellation available £21 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hota-home-of-the-arts-cruise-dine-experience-pass.a50065280.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![ArtVo Gold Coast – Queensland’s First Trick Art Gallery](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1246583/1e61d627-a2ca-4148-94f1-f6a4f3873c39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### ArtVo Gold Coast – Queensland’s First Trick Art Gallery 4h 9.8/10 30 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £16 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/artvo-gold-coast-queenslands-first-trick-art-gallery.a1246583.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Infinity Attraction - Admission](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46484970/2a12a941-05d0-4676-af89-de2c5e7f8e39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Infinity Attraction - Admission 30m 9.6/10 4 verified reviews Free cancellation available £17 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/infinity-attraction-admission.a46484970.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![50 Minutes, Southport GC Aqua Park Inflatable Water Activity](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50982568/fc1913f8-8d3d-44d2-8b26-29e06a525da6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 50 Minutes, Southport GC Aqua Park Inflatable Water Activity 50m £18 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/50-minutes-southport-gc-aqua-park-inflatable-water-activity.a50982568.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![Gold Coast: Axe Throwing with Digital Targets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49304460/3d62bc88-4d37-410d-ac0f-0aca20f1b502.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gold Coast: Axe Throwing with Digital Targets 1h Free cancellation available £20 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/gold-coast-axe-throwing-with-digital-targets.a49304460.activity-details?&rid=553248635975855517&location=Gold+Coast+Central&swp=off) ![GC Aqua Park 100 Minute Inflatable Water Park Activity, Southport](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50349247/e09a082f-b948-44cf-9611-e2a497c250f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### GC Aqua Park 100 Minute Inflatable Water Park Activity, Southport 1h 40m £23 includes taxes & fees per adult 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_553248635975855517) ## Recommended things to do in Gold Coast Central | Number of things to do | 167 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Gold Coast Muscle Car Museum](/things-to-do/gold-coast-muscle-car-museum.a48936590.activity-details): £11 | | Top 5 things to do | [Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold C...](/things-to-do/moreton-island-day-trip-kayak-snorkel-sandboard-frm-brisbane-or-gold-coast.a1399045.activity-details)[1-Day Dreamworld Ticket](/things-to-do/1-day-dreamworld-ticket.a50392460.activity-details)[Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise](/things-to-do/surfers-paradise-sightseeing-sunset-river-cruise.a4106496.activity-details)[Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/currumbin-wildlife-sanctuary-entry-ticket.a5081569.activity-details)[Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises](/things-to-do/gold-coast-1-5-hour-sightseeing-river-cruise-from-surfers-paradise.a3353851.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise](/things-to-do/surfers-paradise-sightseeing-sunset-river-cruise.a4106496.activity-details)[Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises](/things-to-do/gold-coast-1-5-hour-sightseeing-river-cruise-from-surfers-paradise.a3353851.activity-details)[Surfers Paradise Sightseeing City Lights Cruise](/things-to-do/gold-coast-city-lights-cruise.a47402311.activity-details)[Surfers Paradise: Sightseeing Midday River and Canal Cruise](/things-to-do/surfers-paradise-and-gold-coast-midday-river-cruise.a4510299.activity-details)[Dracula's - Dinner & Show](/things-to-do/draculas-dinner-show.a254668.activity-details) | | With kids | [Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold C...](/things-to-do/moreton-island-day-trip-kayak-snorkel-sandboard-frm-brisbane-or-gold-coast.a1399045.activity-details)[1-Day Dreamworld Ticket](/things-to-do/1-day-dreamworld-ticket.a50392460.activity-details)[Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise](/things-to-do/surfers-paradise-sightseeing-sunset-river-cruise.a4106496.activity-details)[Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/currumbin-wildlife-sanctuary-entry-ticket.a5081569.activity-details)[Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises](/things-to-do/gold-coast-1-5-hour-sightseeing-river-cruise-from-surfers-paradise.a3353851.activity-details) | ## What to do in Gold Coast Central --- ### Popular places to visit ![Movie World featuring rides](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086995/3869365c-abfa-4288-88bf-0bfef4eed72f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Warner Bros. Movie World 4.5/5(10 reviews) Watch stunt shows, get on superhero rides, enter the Ice Age 4D Experience and take a splash in the Wild West at Australia’s theme park version of Hollywood. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Warner-Bros-Movie-World-Oxenford.d6086995.Attraction) ![Dreamworld showing rides](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086999/de3f8303-afe1-4e83-886d-1702000ace16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dreamworld 5/5(3 reviews) Australia’s biggest amusement park features exciting themed areas with everything from tigers and thrilling rides to vintage V8 super cars and TV characters. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dreamworld-Coomera.d6086999.Attraction) ![Snapper Rocks, iconic surf spot and the most southerly beach of the Gold Coast, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160757/27035ca5-3cc1-47ba-b480-0ac30ce3214f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kirra Beach 5/5(18 reviews) Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Kirra Beach during your travels in Gold Coast? Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kirra-Beach-Coolangatta.d6160757.Attraction) ![Stars at Surfer Paradise Gold Coast Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160742/1112f1b0-cf52-4bab-8238-47df7a7c278b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Star Gold Coast 4.5/5(8 reviews) Why not try your luck with a visit to The Star Gold Coast where you can enjoy the games and entertainment of this top casino in Gold Coast? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Star-Gold-Coast-Broadbeach.d6160742.Attraction) ![Cavill Avenue featuring shopping, a city and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125214/a582432d-484f-4b0e-b60f-4abd1ebf324a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cavill Avenue 4/5(31 reviews) Bustling nightlife, great shopping and a legendary surfing beach make this avenue the exciting centre of Surfer’s Paradise on the Gold Coast. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cavill-Avenue-Surfers-Paradise.d6125214.Attraction) ![Surfers Paradise Beach which includes a sandy beach, skyline and cbd](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086991/d2b5e61e-dd03-4864-9bf5-e4d6ce9416db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Surfers Paradise Beach 4.5/5(66 reviews) This stretch of beach is known for its regular sets of rolling waves, with high-rise hotels and bustling nightlife along the sandy shore. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Surfers-Paradise-Beach-Surfers-Paradise.d6086991.Attraction) ![Aerial view of Broadbeach with the convention centre and casino on the Gold Coast](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125647/2939bbb1-1086-4ea3-b19f-602fb750bcf0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre 5/5(1 review) Learn about the events happening in Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre during your trip to Gold Coast. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Convention-And-Exhibition-Centre-Broadbeach.d6125647.Attraction) ![Sea World featuring marine life and dangerous animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047500/9129d202-ad8c-4534-9ceb-af35fff30808.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sea World 4.5/5(12 reviews) Who doesn’t dream of staying overnight in a water park where you can see Jet Ski stunts, life-sized Nickelodeon stars, plus dolphins, sea lions and polar bears? [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sea-World-Gold-Coast.d6086993.Attraction) ![Coolangatta Beach featuring a coastal town, a sandy beach and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160755/e11d0367-70c2-497f-9f42-e235ba668a3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Coolangatta Beach 4.5/5(38 reviews) This city at the southern tip of the Gold Coast has some of the most pristine beaches, and clear water for swimming, fishing and diving. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Coolangatta-Beach-Coolangatta.d6160755.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Gold Coast Central ![Gold Coast](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180064/ab4152bf-df6e-4a8b-9f74-c6e6d467b197.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Gold Coast ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gold Coast Central worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Gold Coast Central? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Gold Coast Central? ### Is three days enough to stay in Gold Coast Central? ### What are some activities to do in Gold Coast Central with kids? > - [Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold C...](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/moreton-island-day-trip-kayak-snorkel-sandboard-frm-brisbane-or-gold-coast.a1399045.activity-details) > - [1-Day Dreamworld Ticket](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-day-dreamworld-ticket.a50392460.activity-details) > - [Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/surfers-paradise-sightseeing-sunset-river-cruise.a4106496.activity-details) > - [Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/currumbin-wildlife-sanctuary-entry-ticket.a5081569.activity-details) > - [Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/gold-coast-1-5-hour-sightseeing-river-cruise-from-surfers-paradise.a3353851.activity-details) ### What to do in Gold Coast Central for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Gold Coast Central? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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