Runaway Bay Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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!
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.
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.
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
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises
All-Inclusive Saona Island Tour by Speedboat & Catamaran
Tweed River and Rainforest lunch Cruise
Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass
Our pick of the best Runaway Bay Hotel Deals
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Reasonable place great location right in surfers paradise. However pool shut every day until 4pm due to maintenance disappointing!!
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
voco Gold Coast by IHG
Staff were wonderful, the room was exceptionally clear
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
great rooms and amenities
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
We did not use the breakfast area or the bar, but for those who does use these facilities would have a 5 star experience
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
Brilliant location. Hotel was great except the room lacked a bit of attention - floors badly needed a mop.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Mantra Legends Hotel
All great
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Runaway Bay
Labrador
Labrador is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Ian Dipple Lagoon or Cooke Murphy Oval.
Hope Island
Hope Island is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Sanctuary Cove Marina and Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club while you're in town.
Southport
Beaches, spas and theme parks are some highlights of Southport. Make a stop by Australia Fair Shopping Centre or Gold Coast Aquatic Centre while you're exploring.
Main Beach
Main Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Marina Mirage Shopping Centre and Tedder Avenue, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Gold Coast.
Coomera
Unique features of Coomera include the theme parks and restaurants. Make a stop by Dreamworld or WhiteWater World while you're exploring the area.
Surfers Paradise
Home of the Arts and Chevron Renaissance 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.
Runaway Bay Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- What kind of hotels are in Runaway Bay?
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- More holiday ideas
- Warner Bros. Movie World
- Kirra Beach
- Dreamworld
- Surfers Paradise Beach
- The Star Gold Coast
- Cavill Avenue
- Robina Town Centre
- Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast
- Coolangatta Beach
- Broadwater Parklands
- Burleigh Beach
- Chevron Renaissance
- Springbrook National Park
- Currumbin Beach
- Royal Pines Resort Golf Course
- Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
- SkyPoint Observation Deck
- Greenmount Beach
- Twin Towns Services Club
- Slingshot
- Nobby Beach
- Sanctuary Cove Marina
- Snapper Rocks
- Thunderbird Park
- Marina Mirage Shopping Centre
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