Destination

Things to See and Do

The Visit Gold Coast website is the most comprehensive tool that visitors can utilise to pre-plan their pre and post touring options. 

The City of Gold Coast is a celebrated holiday experience set on one of Australia’s most spectacular natural stages. From pure, adrenalin-packed fun to natural indulgence, the contrasts of Australia’s Gold Coast unite to deliver every holiday experience you could desire in one friendly place. 

Bask in the Gold Coast’s famous beach culture and meet the friendly sun bathed locals and lifeguards. Catch the wind with a parasail, learn to surf, kayak or watch the reflections of a dazzling sunset while fishing into the river - the Gold Coast caters for every on-water activity imaginable. 

Revitalise the mind in the Gold Coast hinterland, filled with lush rainforest and dotted with mountain villages, waterfalls and swimming holes. Or, for an active approach hang glide, horse ride or 4WD and enjoy landscapes unmatched anywhere else in Australia. 

Please go to Famous for Fun Gold Coast to find out more information about most popular:

• things-to-do
• places-to-see
• tours

and learn about What’s On while you are visiting the City of Gold Coast and its surroundings.

Download the Gold Coast Traveller app

You may be interested in utilising a GC app and, if so, you will be able to find and download the app onto your mobile phone by searching – Gold Coast Traveller, Queensland, Australia. The app is your best travel companion while in the City of Gold Coast. For more information about the app please click here.

Once you select a tour or any activity or a service, please click on “checkout” and then enter the code GCCONV (please note, this is case sensitive) in order to receive a 5% discount. This kind offer is provided by a courtesy of the Gold Coast Tourism.

Climate & Weather

The City of Gold Coast enjoys a subtropical climate with around 300 days of sunshine per year. More often than not, the sun is shining and days are pleasant.

Weather forecast can be obtained from www.weather.com.au - Gold Coast Weather.

For weather forecast in Queensland, Telephone: +61 7 3864 8766 

• Spring: September - November, average temperature 15-25°C (59-77°F)
• Summer: December - February, average temperature 20-28°C (68-83°F)
• Autumn: March - May, average temperature 15-25°C (59-77°F)
• Winter: June - August, average temperature 9-21°C (48-69°F)

Clothing

It is recommended that you bring a hat, sunglasses and water resistant sunscreen for protection against the sun. Clothing is defined by what activities you choose to do while on Australia’s Gold Coast – casual or sophisticated.

Dress Code for all functions hosted by ANZCC 2017 is a smart casual.