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Gold Coast Sea World
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Gold Coast Sea World

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Gold Coast Sea World is a long-established marine theme park in Australia, located along the coastal area in the northern part of the Gold Coast. It combines marine animal exhibits, animal shows, and amusement rides into one park, offering both wildlife viewing and thrilling attractions. Animal encounters are the main highlight here: the penguin exhibit houses king penguins and gentoo penguins, where visitors can watch them waddle or dive into the water through viewing glass set against an icy landscape. The polar bear shores recreate the rocky coasts and pools of the Arctic summer, providing a rare chance to see polar bears in Australia. Shark Bay teems with sharks and rays, while the nearby ray reef allows hands-on interaction with rays. At seal harbor, Australian sea lions and fur seals bask on the shore or playfully chase each other in the water. The park hosts multiple daily dolphin shows and sea lion educational presentations—it's recommended to check the day's time slots upon arrival to plan your itinerary, and arrive early to secure seats for popular shows. Families with children shouldn't miss Nickelodeon Land, where animated characters like SpongeBob, Patrick Star, Dora, and PAW Patrol's Chase and Marshall meet travelers for photos. Thrill-seekers can tackle the wooden coaster Leviathan, the motorbike-style Jet Rescue coaster, and the splash-filled Storm Coaster. △ Meet your favorite animation characters △ Get close to marine life △ Experience thrilling amusement itemsMain Beach · 2 km from Southport
Paradise Country
No. 6 of Best Things to Do in South East Queensland

Paradise Country

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Paradise Country is the home of the ultimate Australian farm experience! Here you can watch various performances, feed kangaroos, and take pictures with koalas. Visit the brand new Shaun the Sheep Park, face-to-face with cute pets such as koalas and kangaroos, and experience the real Australian farm life. You can also enjoy delicious Aussie BBQ. 1. There are a lot of performance items Tourists can experience many shows at Paradise Country Farm. Upon entry, you can obtain a visitor guide listing the show times for each attraction, allowing you to plan your visit accordingly. Recommended activities include sheepdog herding and Australian darts. Here, you'll experience authentic Australian farm life, especially witnessing how farmers and sheepdogs drive and control their flocks. You can also watch them perform boomerang throwing and whip cracking demonstrations. 2. Interact with animal kangaroos and koalas up close You can also see kangaroos and koalas here. These two animals can be said to be Australia's "national treasures". Visitors can hand-feed the kangaroos near the bushes where the kangaroos live, and pay to take pictures of the cute koalas in the arms of the koala village. 3. Visiting Australian-style residences Here, you can also see traditional Australian residences, and there are souvenir shops for you to choose and buy cheap and special products as souvenirs.Oxenford · 13 km from Southport
Dreamworld
No. 5 of Best Things to Do in South East Queensland

Dreamworld

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Dreamworld is located on the Gold Coast of Australia, and the park is divided into multiple themed areas, covering a variety of experiences such as thrilling rides, wildlife encounters, and children's play areas. Riverside Town is one of the park's newer themed areas, set against a jungle adventure storyline. Its centerpiece attraction, the Jungle Rush roller coaster, features a unique tilting triple-turn design, weaving through ancient temples and jungle scenery; Murrissippi Motors is a sightseeing drive suitable for the whole family, passing ancient ruins and hidden treasures along the way. Main Street is the heart of the park, home to attractions such as the Steel Taipan roller coaster, the high-altitude flying ride Dreamworld Flyer, and the immersive flying experience Sky Voyager. Kenny and Belinda's Dreamland is designed especially for children, themed around classic characters from the Australian Broadcasting Corporation's children's channel, and features rides such as The Wiggles Big Red Boat roller coaster and the Bananas in Pyjamas carousel, with regular live performances at the Dreamworld Theatre. Tiger Island is home to Sumatran tigers and Bengal tigers, where visitors can observe the tigers almost face to face through close-up viewing passages and watch them swim gracefully underwater from the splash pool. The WILD wildlife world area, created in partnership with Australian Geographic, is the park's native animal exhibit area, where visitors can hold koalas, touch dingoes, and observe crocodiles up close, and also experience "Our Country," a panoramic film experience that presents Australia's natural scenery with an ultra-large screen and surround sound. The ocean cruise area is themed around Gold Coast surfing culture and features thrilling rides such as The Gold Coaster roller coaster and King Claw.Coomera · 15.9 km from Southport

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Southport Audio Tour: Southport Landmarks Audio Adventure
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Brisbane north island 1-day tour small group in English #North Stradbroke
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Tropical Fruit World Farm Full Tour
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Experience up-close wildlife observation at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
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Best of Brisbane Walking Tour: All Sights & Hidden Gems
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Brisbane Highlights Audio Tour: Cultural and Architectural Treasures
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Brisbane: Opal Museum Entry Ticket with Virtual Guide
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Brisbane: Midday 1.5-Hour Sightseeing Cruise 12.30pm-2.00pm
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Brisbane Moreton Island 1-day tour [optional dolphin watching and dolphin feeding | choose 1 of 5 | Moreton Island]
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Brisbane Moreton Island/Dolphin Island day trip includes meal vouchers; optional snorkeling, sandboarding, and dolphin feeding.
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Brisbane Moreton Island adventure 1-day tour [optional snorkeling with fish feeding/sandboarding/canoeing at Dolphin Island]
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Gold Coast Glow Worm Night Tour [Optional Tamborine/Springbrook National Park with Transfers]
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Gold coast Australian outback spectacular [Cowboy show/Three-course dinner/Alcoholic and soft drinks]
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Brisbane Mirimar cruise + Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary one-day tour [optional Round-trip boat]
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Gold Coast Natural Bridge, Springbrook National Park half-day tour [Purling Brook Falls, Springbrook National Park + rainforest hike]
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Gold Coast surfing 2 hr beginner lesson [Surfers Paradise surfing + group/private lesson]
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Brisbane Tamborine Mountain + Springbrook National Park rainforest 1-day tour to encounter blue glow worms
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Byron Bay skydiving [ocean view skydiving + Brisbane/Gold Coast pick-up and drop-off]
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Gold Coast Broadwater kayaking + Wave Break Island snorkeling
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Travel.coffee.donutsFebruary 26, 2026
5.0
describe gold coast beachesBest Beaches On The Gold Coast to Visit | QueenslandGold Coast beaches feature 57km of stunning, white-sand coastline along the Pacific Ocean, offering world-renowned surf breaks, patrolled swimming areas, and vibrant, developed shorelines. Key spots include the bustling Surfers Paradise, the surfing mecca of Snapper Rocks, and serene spots like Currumbin and Burleigh Heads.

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Thinh0304October 7, 2026
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My friends and I had a fantastic time visiting the SkyPoint Observation Deck. Everything about the experience was absolutely excellent, from the breathtaking scenery and environment to our overall enjoyment. We also felt it provided exceptional service and value for money. It’s a perfect spot to visit with friends, and we highly recommend it!

SkyPoint Observation Deck

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Anonymous userOctober 13, 2026
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It was so much fun, much better than Tokyo DisneySea! The lines for the rides were shorter, and there were shows and interactions with manta rays. It's a shame we arrived a bit late in the morning and missed out on so many rides. The only downside was that the daily operating hours were too short. It's perfect for the whole family (the worst part is that adults aren't allowed to ride the carousel because they're tall; they can only ride in small cars, ugh).

Gold Coast Sea World

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焚書坑儒October 26, 2026
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No tickets are needed; simply scan the QR code to enter the park, which is significantly cheaper than buying tickets on the official website. Most rides have no queues, making for an extremely enjoyable experience. Even the most popular roller coasters only have queues of about 20 minutes. Transportation is convenient; take the Surfers Paradise light rail to the northernmost station and then transfer to a bus; the entire journey takes only one hour.

Warner Bros. Movie World

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_TI***ghAugust 13, 2026
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Great fun way to see Gold coast in a short time for both adults and children!

Aquaduck Gold Coast

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YoYo_1I8Q7O5OJuly 6, 2025
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Paradise Farm is a treasure trove for experiencing the Australian countryside! As soon as you enter the farm, you can smell the natural scent of hay and soil. The fluffy sheep, cute kangaroos and emus are wandering on the grass, which is very immersive. The most important thing you can't miss is the wool shearing performance! The farm workers skillfully "transform" the sheep. After the fluffy thick hair is shed, the sheep instantly becomes "skinny". You can also touch the wool on the spot, which is soft and healing. There is also a sheepdog show, where the dogs flexibly shuttle among the sheep, which is super smart! By the way, you can also feed the kangaroos by hand. They look super cute holding the feed bags. Remember to touch their backs gently. There is also a traditional Billy Tea brewing performance in the farm. Tea is boiled on the campfire with a tin kettle and paired with Australian toast. One bite is the authentic country taste. If you want to take photos, put on the cowboy clothes provided by the farm, stand in front of the red barn, and take photos that look like a western movie in minutes. It is a great place to immerse yourself in the Australian farming and pastoral life.

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IceMoonTeaJune 23, 2024
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We had an unforgettable experience on the Sea World Cruise Whale Watching tour! The crew was knowledgeable and friendly, providing fascinating insights about the whales and their behavior. The boat was comfortable and offered excellent viewing spots. We were fortunate to see several whales up close, making the trip truly magical. I highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to experience the beauty of marine life in their natural habitat. A must-do adventure!

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M48***32April 12, 2026
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Very good and exciting

Jet Boat Extreme

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知了ChanOctober 16, 2026
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We went straight to the zoo after getting off the plane. We arrived quite late, but we were lucky enough to see most of the animals, including wombats, Tasmanian devils, and smiling rats. A great zoo, highly recommended. The coffee at the entrance was delicious, and feeding the parrots was also very interesting. Feeding starts at 4 PM, and even when we left at 5 PM, there were still parrots to feed.

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

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IrisSKJune 22, 2026
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The rides and attractions are good. However, most of the rides got only one staff operating the process. Even though not many people were queuing (maybe around 30), we had to wait for at least 30 mins or more. Therefore we didn’t have enough time to play.

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Don't miss these attractions in Southport: Gold Coast beach, SkyPoint Observation Deck, and Gold Coast Sea World. If you like Culture & history, try Southport Audio Tour: Southport Landmarks Audio Adventure. If you enjoy Day tours, try Brisbane Moreton Island 1-day tour [optional dolphin watching and dolphin feeding | choose 1 of 5 | Moreton Island].

You can give Australian Outback Spectacular Show with Three-Course Dinner on the Gold Coast (Large-scale international performance/Outback cowboy culture/Options include steak, chicken, or vegetarian meals) and Gold Coast Outback Spectacular Show (Large-Scale Cowboy Performance) + Beefsteak/Chicken/Vegetarian Dinner Experience a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Brisbane Moreton Island 1-day tour [optional dolphin watching and dolphin feeding | choose 1 of 5 | Moreton Island], Brisbane Moreton Island/Dolphin Island day trip includes meal vouchers; optional snorkeling, sandboarding, and dolphin feeding., and Brisbane Moreton Island adventure 1-day tour [optional snorkeling with fish feeding/sandboarding/canoeing at Dolphin Island]. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of November 3, 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Southport is around SAR 279.3 – SAR 428.83. Rates vary by duration, group size, transport, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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