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

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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
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
ArtVo Gold Coast – Queensland’s First Trick Art Gallery

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, …More

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,...

2 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (153)
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$21
Gold Coast Airport: Shared Transfer to Gold Coast Suburbs

Con-x-ion airport shuttle is the swift, efficient, comfortable and safe way to travel to your Gold Coast Accommodation directly to the door! -No need for being …More

Con-x-ion airport shuttle is the swift, efficient, comfortable and safe way to travel to your Gold Coast Accommodation directly to the door! -No need for being...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.2 (351)
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$23
SkyPoint Observation Deck Ticket

SkyPoint Observation Deck, located atop the iconic Q1 building in the heart of Surfers Paradise, offers breathtaking 360-degree views of the Gold Coast from 230 …More

SkyPoint Observation Deck, located atop the iconic Q1 building in the heart of Surfers Paradise, offers breathtaking 360-degree views of the Gold Coast from 230...

2 hours
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$25
Astra Lumina Night Walk at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Take a walk-through Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary’s natural bushland under the stars. Explore 9 cosmic zones on a 1.5km celestial trail. Allow 60-90 minutes for this …More

Take a walk-through Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary’s natural bushland under the stars. Explore 9 cosmic zones on a 1.5km celestial trail. Allow 60-90 minutes for this...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$32
Gold Coast Ultimate High-Speed Jet Boat Adventure

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 …More

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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...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$35
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

Unwind in style with our 1.5-hour Sunset sightseeing Cruise, the perfect way to take in the stunning beauty of Surfers Paradise skyline, Marina Mirage, and …More

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Unwind in style with our 1.5-hour Sunset sightseeing Cruise, the perfect way to take in the stunning beauty of Surfers Paradise skyline, Marina Mirage, and...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (157)
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$39
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
Burleigh Head: Walkabout Small Group Tour

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 …More

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...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (39)
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$42
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 …More

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...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (248)
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$46
Aquaduck Gold Coast 1 hour City and River Tour

1 hour Aquaduck city and river tour. Departing from the heart of Surfers Paradise, tours aboard the amphibious ‘Aquaduck’ combine an informative city-tour with a …More

1 hour Aquaduck city and river tour. Departing from the heart of Surfers Paradise, tours aboard the amphibious ‘Aquaduck’ combine an informative city-tour with a...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.6 (375)
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$46
Gold Coast and Wavebreak Island Cultural Small Group Cruise

The Cruise with Culture tour offers a rare opportunity to experience the Gold Coast Broadwater through the lens of its First Nations people. Aboard the …More

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The Cruise with Culture tour offers a rare opportunity to experience the Gold Coast Broadwater through the lens of its First Nations people. Aboard the...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$49
Kids Only Surf Lessons at The Spit, Main Beach (Ages 6- 13)

Our Kids lesson are designed for 100% safety and fun, conducted in safe shallow water with a max 4 kids per instructor. Enjoy learning to …More

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Our Kids lesson are designed for 100% safety and fun, conducted in safe shallow water with a max 4 kids per instructor. Enjoy learning to...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (15)
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$50
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary General Entry Ticket

With over 27 hectares of wide-open spaces featuring lush Eucalyptus trees & rainforest, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is a great day out for the young, & …More

With over 27 hectares of wide-open spaces featuring lush Eucalyptus trees & rainforest, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is a great day out for the young, &...

2 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
4.4 (495)
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$50
Whale Watching Tour with Spirit of Gold Coast

Get excited and be amazed on this 2.5 hour Gold Coast Whale Watching tour. Witness the beauty of the Humpback Whales as they migrate past …More

Get excited and be amazed on this 2.5 hour Gold Coast Whale Watching tour. Witness the beauty of the Humpback Whales as they migrate past...

2 hours 50 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (847)
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$52
Tamborine Mountain High Ropes and Zipline Adventure Park

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 …More

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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...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (161)
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$57
Currumbin High Ropes and Zipline Adventure Park

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 …More

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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...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (24)
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$57
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 …More

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...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (379)
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$62
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
5.0 (4)
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$63
Gold Coast Buffet Lunch Sightseeing Cruise

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 …More

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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...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (287)
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$63
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