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

Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon Flight
Go Ballooning is a family-run business that strives to provide high-quality customer experience and create unforgettable memories. The company's basket is six meters long, leaving...
$281

Capture incredible bird’s eye view photos and revel in the sunrise as you float above the beautiful countryside in the peace and serenity of a...
$351

Gold Coast Whale Watching Cruise
Don't just see the Whales, EXPERIENCE THEM! Our experience is like no other! Onboard our new state-of-the-art vessel, we are able to get you to...
$62

As our guest, you’ll be warmly welcomed by fantastic and friendly guides before paddling across the beautiful Broadwater to a hidden island just minutes from...
$70

Whale Watching by Sea World Cruises
Sea World Whale Watch is the Gold Coast’s Closest Operator to the Humpback Highway; spend less time in transit and more time with the whales!...
$63

Set sail on the stunning waters of the Gold Coast on this exclusive, two-hour lunch and sightseeing cruise, departing from a convenient spot in the...
$63

• Enjoy the thrills of parasailing for you and a friend or partner in this experience • Great gift idea or idea for a fun...
$70

2 Hour Ultimate Learn to Surf Adventure
This is the ultimate Australian Surfing Adventure. Experience the thrill as you learn surfing, have a laugh and make new friends. With a maximum of...
$46

Snorkel with Turtles Gold Coast
You will see the wonders of the Pacific Ocean from above and below the surface. Dive into the wonders of the biodiverse Turtle Island (Cook...
$120

Unlike other adventure parks, the TreeTop Challenge at Tamborine Mountain offers: Australia’s largest aerial adventure — more activities and ziplines than anywhere else in the...
$57

Stepping into a world of optical illusions, the larger than life murals allow people of all ages to come face to face with wild animals,...
$21

Gold Coast Canyon Flyer Zipline Tour
The Canyon Flyer guided zipline tour is Australia’s largest, highest and fastest guided zipline tour and one the most exciting adventure on the Gold Coast....
$96

Departing from Main Beach beside Sea World, this high-speed experience puts you closer to the action zone, meaning less time in go-slow areas and more...
$35

Enjoy a relaxing sailing experience aboard a luxury sailboat during a sunset cruise on the calm waters of the Gold Coast Broadwater. Sip on sparkling...
$84

Enjoy an exciting 2 hour surf lesson at the famous Coolangatta Beach. Choose one of Australia's favorite surf schools and enjoy 2-hours spent with a...
$67

Whale Watching Gold Coast
You will be part of the closest and one of the most intimate encounters in the region due to the eye-level viewing offered by the...
$106

Sail the calm waters of the Gold Coast Broadwater on a luxury sailboat with an expert crew. Take in sights such as the Southport Yacht...
$84

Discover the heart of the Gold Coast on the Jellurgal Walkabout Tour. Led by an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander guide, this immersive experience connects...
$42

Australia’s only zipline over a crocodile enclosure! More than 100+ high-wire challenges! 14 absolutely epic ziplines reaching up to 100m! 7 courses: Easy Green to...
$57

Enjoy a hot air balloon tour from Brisbane with Australia's most experienced and professional team. Be picked up in airconditioned comfort from Nerang or Canugra...
$352

Looking for something breathtaking to do by yourself, with a friend or with a family? Come and see us at the Surfers Parasailing. We will...
$67

