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Gold Coast
The Gold Coast is Australia's high-rise beach capital, a long ribbon of surf suburbs anchored by the towers of Surfers Paradise and backed by the rainforested Gold Coast hinterland. It mixes big theme parks, a famous surf break at Burleigh Heads and a laid-back canal-side quarter around Broadbeach, so the character shifts noticeably as you move along the coast.
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Frequently asked questions about Gold Coast
How do I get to Gold Coast?
Most travellers arrive through Gold Coast Airport (OOL) at Coolangatta, which <cite index="10-4">has no direct train station at the airport, though travellers have several convenient options to reach their hotel</cite>. The standard public transport route is <cite index="16-5,16-7">Bus Route 777 to Broadbeach South tram station, where you can transfer to the G:link light rail, a trip that takes approximately 30 minutes</cite>; a second bus, route 760, connects the airport area to Varsity Lakes station for the heavy rail line north to Brisbane.
How many days should I spend in Gold Coast?
Allow ~3 to 5 days to cover the main beach strip, a theme park or two and a hinterland day trip without rushing.
What is Gold Coast known for?
The Gold Coast is Australia's high-rise beach capital, a long ribbon of surf suburbs anchored by the towers of Surfers Paradise and backed by the rainforested Gold Coast hinterland. It mixes big theme parks, a famous surf break at Burleigh Heads and a laid-back canal-side quarter around Broadbeach, so the character shifts noticeably as you move along the coast.