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

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Hot Air Balloon Flight Brisbane with Vineyard Breakfast

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 …More

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...

4 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
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$352
Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon + Winery Breakfast + Alpaca Experience

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 …More

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...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (447)
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$351
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 …More

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...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (676)
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$281
Gold Coast Hot Air Ballooning, Bubbles & Go

Looking for an unforgettable morning that fits into your schedule and your dreams? Ballooning, Bubbles & Go is your premium express escape into the skies. …More

Looking for an unforgettable morning that fits into your schedule and your dreams? Ballooning, Bubbles & Go is your premium express escape into the skies....

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$233
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
Wave Break Island & Pelican Feeding Cruise Relax, Sip and Explore

Tour from the heart of Surfers Paradise to a pristine Gold Coast Island, only accessible by boat! Cruise along the Nerang River, through to the …More

Tour from the heart of Surfers Paradise to a pristine Gold Coast Island, only accessible by boat! Cruise along the Nerang River, through to the...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (10)
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$160
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
Brisbane Tamborine Mountain Hop-On Hop-Off + Skywalk & Glow Worms

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...

8 hours Free Cancellation
4.5 (42)
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$124
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
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$124
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 …More

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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...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (166)
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$120
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
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 …More

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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...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (67)
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$106
Gold Coast Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise

Board The Spirit of Elston and become immersed in this unique and delectable dining experience. Departing from Sea World Cruises Terminal, enjoy an evening of …More

Board The Spirit of Elston and become immersed in this unique and delectable dining experience. Departing from Sea World Cruises Terminal, enjoy an evening of...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (216)
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$99
Snorkeling with Turtles – Cook Island Marine Reserve

Swim with Turtles: Get up close with majestic turtles and other fascinating marine creatures in their natural habitat. Calm-Clear Waters: Enjoy exceptional visibility, offering you …More

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Swim with Turtles: Get up close with majestic turtles and other fascinating marine creatures in their natural habitat. Calm-Clear Waters: Enjoy exceptional visibility, offering you...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.4 (11)
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$98
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. …More

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....

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (107)
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$96
Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk + Hop on Hop off Bus from Brisbane

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Tamborine Mountain with Pineapple Tours! Embark on an enchanting journey through the treetops on the Tamborine Mountain Rainforest Skywalk. Feel …More

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Tamborine Mountain with Pineapple Tours! Embark on an enchanting journey through the treetops on the Tamborine Mountain Rainforest Skywalk. Feel...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.5 (15)
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$96
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
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$91
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
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$85
Hop on Hop Off Bus - Tamborine Mountain from Gold Coast

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...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (58)
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$84
Gold Coast Sailing Cruise with sparkling wine & nibbles platter

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 …More

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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...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$84
Gold Coast Sunset Cruise with sparkling wine & nibbles platter

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 …More

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...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (95)
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$84
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