Gilston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Warner Bros. Movie World
Everyone loves to watch movies, and the Gold Coast’s famous movie-themed park is a great opportunity to get up close to the action as well!
Dreamworld
From thrill rides to sheep-shearing, fierce tigers to cuddly koalas, this giant amusement park has something for all the family.
Surfers Paradise Beach
If you like to spice up your sunbathing with a spot of surfing and a LOT of shopping, then Surfers Paradise will really live up to its name!
Cavill Avenue
Bustling nightlife, great shopping and a legendary surfing beach make this avenue the exciting centre of Surfer’s Paradise on the Gold Coast.
Sea World
A stay at this resort combines all the comforts of home with a chance to glimpse the strange and fascinating undersea world of the Pacific Ocean.
Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast
Shoot the rapids, take a daredevil dive or chill out poolside – there are so many different ways to get wet at Wet’n’Wild!
Activities
Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
Natural Bridge & Springbrook Waterfalls Tour
Gold Coast: Daytime Glow Worm Caves and Hop-on Hop-off Tour
2.5hr Gold Coast Kayaking & snorkelling tour
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
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Other neighbourhoods around Gilston
Nerang
River views, restaurants and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Nerang. Sights like Slideways - Go Karting Gold Coast and Nerang National Park are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Gold Coast area at Nerang Train Station.
Carrara
Golf courses, restaurants and beaches highlight some of the noteworthy features of Carrara. Make a stop by People First Stadium or Carrara Sports Complex while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Robina
Well liked for its shopping and golf courses, Robina is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Cbus Super Stadium and Robina Town Centre, and jump on the metro at Robina Station to get around the city.
Broadbeach Waters
Broadbeach Waters is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Dracula's Cabaret and Pacific Fair Shopping Centre.
Surfers Paradise
Cavill Avenue and Surfers Paradise Beach are a few top attractions in Surfers Paradise. Hop around the city on the metro at Cypress Avenue Station or Florida Gardens station and check out the area's stunning beaches, luxurious spas and popular shops.
Mermaid Waters
Unique features of Mermaid Waters include the bars and casinos. Make a stop by Broadbeach Sports and Recreation Centre or Gold Coast Seniors Tennis Club while you're exploring the area.
- Warner Bros. Movie World
- The Star Gold Coast
- Dreamworld
- Surfers Paradise Beach
- Kirra Beach
- Cavill Avenue
- Robina Town Centre
- Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast
- Slingshot
- Coolangatta Beach
- Royal Pines Resort Golf Course
- Twin Towns Services Club
- Springbrook National Park
- Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
- Burleigh Beach
- Currumbin Beach
- Lamington National Park
- SkyPoint Observation Deck
- Broadwater Parklands
- Snapper Rocks
- Greenmount Beach
- Chevron Renaissance
- Nobby Beach
- Kurrawa Beach
- Thunderbird Park