Merrimac 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!
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.
Dreamworld
From thrill rides to sheep-shearing, fierce tigers to cuddly koalas, this giant amusement park has something for all the family.
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.
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!
Coolangatta Beach
Fish, swim or dive in the crystal-clear waters around Coolangatta, then sample some Aussie-style al fresco hospitality.
Activities
Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
Natural Bridge & Springbrook Waterfalls Tour
Gold Coast: Natural Bridge Glow Worm Night Tour
Gold Coast: Mount Tamborine Kangaroo and Koala Day Tour
Our pick of the best Merrimac Hotel Deals
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025
voco Gold Coast by IHG
Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025
Dorsett Gold Coast
Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025
Q1 Resort & Spa
Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Merrimac
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.
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.
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.
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.
Broadbeach
The stunning beaches, first-class casinos and popular shops are notable features of Broadbeach. Make a stop by The Star Gold Coast or The Oasis while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Broadbeach South Light Rail Station to get around town.
Mermaid Beach
Mermaid Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Nobby Beach and Putt Putt Golf Mermaid Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Gold Coast.
- Lakelands Golf Club
- Warner Bros. Movie World
- The Star Gold Coast
- Cavill Avenue
- Dreamworld
- Kirra Beach
- Robina Town Centre
- Surfers Paradise Beach
- Coolangatta Beach
- Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast
- Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
- Slingshot
- Springbrook National Park
- Twin Towns Services Club
- Broadwater Parklands
- Royal Pines Resort Golf Course
- Burleigh Beach
- Currumbin Beach
- Cbus Super Stadium
- Greenmount Beach
- Chevron Renaissance
- SkyPoint Observation Deck
- Snapper Rocks
- Marina Mirage Shopping Centre
- Lamington National Park