autumn school holidays in Gold Coast
two weeks of fun during the april break. mild weather makes it perfect for outdoor adventures and indoor activities alike.
free things to do
Surfers Paradise Beach
freePatrolled swimming, sandcastle territory, and foreshore playgrounds when they need a break from the waves. Free and easy.
ages: all agesBurleigh Heads National Park
freeEasy 30-minute coastal walk through rainforest with ocean lookouts. Free, pram-friendly on the lower path, and you can grab fish and chips at the end.
ages: 3+paid activities & attractions
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
paidThe lorikeet feeding at 8am and 4pm is the highlight — hundreds of birds land on you. Tree-top challenge course for older kids is properly challenging.
ages: all agesSea World
paidMarine animal shows, rides, water play areas and penguin encounters. Buy tickets online — never pay gate price.
ages: all agesWet'n'Wild
paidAustralia's biggest water theme park. Wave pool and splash zones for little ones, proper slides for older kids. Bring your own sunscreen — they charge a fortune inside.
ages: 3+David Fleay Wildlife Park
paidQuieter alternative to Currumbin, tucked away in Burleigh Heads. Koalas, platypus and a nocturnal house. Good for a half-day.
ages: all agesTimezone Surfers Paradise
paidIndoor arcade, laser tag and bowling. Saves you on rainy days or when the kids are over the beach.
ages: 3+Infinity Attraction
paidWalk-through maze of light, sound and special effects in Surfers. The glow-in-the-dark rooms are a hit — allow about 45 minutes.
ages: 5+looking for playgrounds in Gold Coast?
browse our directory of parks and play spaces — perfect for burning off energy during the holidays.
Gold Coast playgrounds