The best family-friendly activities in Gold Coast for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

Gold Coast, Australia
Private Surf Lesson Surfers Paradise, Main Beach, Gold Coast

These are the ultimate introduction to surfing as the surf instructor can run the surf lesson to suit your own individual ability. You get the …More

These are the ultimate introduction to surfing as the surf instructor can run the surf lesson to suit your own individual ability. You get the...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (10)
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$114
Gold Coast Airport Private Transfer for 1 to 15 Passengers

We cater for large groups with our Mini Bus and Van. Let us take the hassle out of group travel. We offer a friendly and …More

We cater for large groups with our Mini Bus and Van. Let us take the hassle out of group travel. We offer a friendly and...

40 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (8)
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$11
1 Hour Jet Ski Island Safari to South Stradbroke Island

Our professional guides will take you on an amazing adventure, immerse yourself into a cultural experience you'll find hard to forget! Current model Jet Ski's …More

Our professional guides will take you on an amazing adventure, immerse yourself into a cultural experience you'll find hard to forget! Current model Jet Ski's...

1 hour Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$142
Gold Coast: HOHO - Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk + Glow Worm Caves

Embark on a day of discovery with the Hop on Hop off Bus to Tamborine Mountain, visiting two of the area’s top attractions—the Tamborine Rainforest …More

Embark on a day of discovery with the Hop on Hop off Bus to Tamborine Mountain, visiting two of the area’s top attractions—the Tamborine Rainforest...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
4.3 (6)
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$124
30 Minutes Virtual Reality Gaming Experience in Southport

Experience total immersion as you tackle new worlds and trippy adventures with pinpoint accuracy. Our category first, 360° arena blurs the line between reality and …More

Experience total immersion as you tackle new worlds and trippy adventures with pinpoint accuracy. Our category first, 360° arena blurs the line between reality and...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (9)
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$42
Foiling Basics Instruction, from 0 to Hero

Hydrofoiling is the fastest growing waterport on the planet. The skills from our classes will transfer to Surf Foiling, Wing Foiling and Kite Foiling. We …More

Hydrofoiling is the fastest growing waterport on the planet. The skills from our classes will transfer to Surf Foiling, Wing Foiling and Kite Foiling. We...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (8)
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$213
Gold Coast Hotels & Theme Park Transfers

Con-x-ion airport shuttle is the swift, efficient, comfortable and safe way to travel to the Theme parks. Con-X-ion provides you with the most convenient mode …More

Con-x-ion airport shuttle is the swift, efficient, comfortable and safe way to travel to the Theme parks. Con-X-ion provides you with the most convenient mode...

1 hour Free Cancellation
3.4 (24)
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$16
Group Surf Lesson Surfers Paradise Gold Coast

Our surf school is located in the best location for beginners on the Gold Coast, only 10 minutes from Surfers Paradise. You will only ever …More

Our surf school is located in the best location for beginners on the Gold Coast, only 10 minutes from Surfers Paradise. You will only ever...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$63
Hop on Hop Off Bus - Tamborine Mountain from Brisbane

Tour Highlights - Get picked up from your hotel and take a quick scenic drive out to the Scenic Rim and Tamborine Mountain - Self …More

Tour Highlights - Get picked up from your hotel and take a quick scenic drive out to the Scenic Rim and Tamborine Mountain - Self...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.5 (2)
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$85
Australia's First Upside Down House Photo Experience

Enter the House Down Under and experience the world in an inverted perspective! House Down Under is a photo experience where we show you how …More

Enter the House Down Under and experience the world in an inverted perspective! House Down Under is a photo experience where we show you how...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$13
Gold Coast: Dreamworld and SkyPoint 2-Day Entry Ticket

Dreamworld is back—revamped, reimagined, and more exciting than ever. As Australia’s largest and most iconic theme park, Dreamworld has been creating unforgettable family fun on …More

Dreamworld is back—revamped, reimagined, and more exciting than ever. As Australia’s largest and most iconic theme park, Dreamworld has been creating unforgettable family fun on...

1 to 2 days
5.0 (1)
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$91
Brisbane/Gold Coast: Sunset, Dinner, Stars/Premium Telescope

Meet us at Tamborine Mountain for an unforgettable evening! Your guide will welcome you with a picnic blanket so you can relax and enjoy the …More

Meet us at Tamborine Mountain for an unforgettable evening! Your guide will welcome you with a picnic blanket so you can relax and enjoy the...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$84
Gold Coast Glow Worm Night Tour With Chinese Speaking Guide

The Gold Coast Glow Worm Night Tour with a Chinese-speaking guide promises an enchanting experience. The rainforest and glowworm tour, led by an expert guide, …More

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The Gold Coast Glow Worm Night Tour with a Chinese-speaking guide promises an enchanting experience. The rainforest and glowworm tour, led by an expert guide,...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$77
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