Parkwood Travel Guide
Gold Coast
Popular places to visit
Warner Bros. Movie World
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.
Cavill Avenue
Bustling nightlife, great shopping and a legendary surfing beach make this avenue the exciting centre of Surfer’s Paradise on the Gold Coast.
Dreamworld
Australia’s biggest amusement park features exciting themed areas with everything from tigers and thrilling rides to vintage V8 super-cars and TV characters.
Sea World
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?
Surfers Paradise Beach
This stretch of beach is known for its regular sets of rolling waves, with high-rise hotels and bustling nightlife along the sandy shore.
Coolangatta Beach
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.
Top hotels in Parkwood
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Clean room, great amenities. Just a one night stay for us but very pleased with the accomodation.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Location, staff, facilities all great
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
I had an amazing stay! Everything was perfect — the room was spotless, the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, and the amenities exceeded my expectations. The atmosphere was comfortable and welcoming, and every detail made me feel well taken care of. I’ll definitely be coming back and highly ...
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Mantra Legends Hotel
The room was lovely and was clean. Wasn’t expecting a security deposit on the day, and I’m still waiting for the deposit back 5 days later.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
overall good
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Dorsett Gold Coast
All of the above and great staff.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Parkwood
Labrador
Labrador is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Ian Dipple Lagoon or Cooke Murphy Oval.
Runaway Bay
Visitors to Runaway Bay enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Pine Ridge Conservation Park is worth a stop.
Southport
Beaches, spas and theme parks are some highlights of Southport. Make a stop by Australia Fair Shopping Centre or Gold Coast Aquatic Centre while you're exploring.
Helensvale
You'll enjoy the restaurants and theme parks in Helensvale. You might want to make time for a stop at Saltwater Creek Conservation Park or Game Over GC.
Main Beach
Main Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Tedder Avenue and Marina Mirage Shopping Centre, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Gold Coast.
Surfers Paradise
Cavill Avenue and Home of the Arts are a few top attractions in Surfers Paradise. Hop around the city on the metro at Cypress Avenue Station or Florida Gardens station and check out the area's stunning beaches, luxurious spas and popular shops.
Parkwood Travel Guide
- Parkwood International Golf Course
- Warner Bros. Movie World
- The Star Gold Coast
- Cavill Avenue
- Dreamworld
- Kirra Beach
- Robina Town Centre
- Surfers Paradise Beach
- Coolangatta Beach
- Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast
- Pacific Fair Shopping Centre
- Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
- Springbrook National Park
- Twin Towns Services Club
- Broadwater Parklands
- Royal Pines Resort Golf Course
- Burleigh Beach
- Currumbin Beach
- Cbus Super Stadium
- Harbour Town
- Chevron Renaissance
- SkyPoint Observation Deck
- The Oasis
- Snapper Rocks
- Marina Mirage Shopping Centre
