Guidebook for Southport
Arts & Culture
Surfers Paradise Beer Garden
Orchid AvenueFriday, Wednesday and Sunday 4pm to 9pm
First Saturday every month 4pm to 8pm vibrant Asian inspired street food and entertainment scene with a range of international cuisines available
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Chinatown
First Saturday every month 4pm to 8pm vibrant Asian inspired street food and entertainment scene with a range of international cuisines available
Boomerang Art - Original Aboriginal Art for Sale
13 William StreetArt House cinema; Theatre; Art Gallery; Farmers' markets every Sunday morning; salt water swimming lake; picnic areas; parklands
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HOTA, Home of the Arts
135 Bundall RdArt House cinema; Theatre; Art Gallery; Farmers' markets every Sunday morning; salt water swimming lake; picnic areas; parklands
Shopping
Open 7 days per week Pacific Fair is Queensland’s newest shopping and dining destination, offering collection of luxury, iconic global brands and leading Australian retailers. Pacific Fair offers 400 stores including world’s best known brands, all set amongst tropical landscapes and a unique outdoor ambience. Events cinema complex. Dine until late with over 20 casual and fine–dining restaurants in The Resort, The Patio and The Boulevard. A complimentary first–class Visitor Lounge offering luggage storage lockers, showers and amenities, coach set down, free WiFi and a quiet room is available for all visitors to enjoy. 3 min walk from Broadbeach South light rail terminal.
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Pacific Fair Shopping Centre
32 Hooker BlvdOpen 7 days per week Pacific Fair is Queensland’s newest shopping and dining destination, offering collection of luxury, iconic global brands and leading Australian retailers. Pacific Fair offers 400 stores including world’s best known brands, all set amongst tropical landscapes and a unique outdoor ambience. Events cinema complex. Dine until late with over 20 casual and fine–dining restaurants in The Resort, The Patio and The Boulevard. A complimentary first–class Visitor Lounge offering luggage storage lockers, showers and amenities, coach set down, free WiFi and a quiet room is available for all visitors to enjoy. 3 min walk from Broadbeach South light rail terminal.
7am to 9pm Monday to Saturday, 7am to 6pm Sunday. Bottle shop. Thai, Japanese, Italian, Chinese restaurants, pizza, coffee shop serving Campos coffee.
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Woolworths
42 Marine Parade7am to 9pm Monday to Saturday, 7am to 6pm Sunday. Bottle shop. Thai, Japanese, Italian, Chinese restaurants, pizza, coffee shop serving Campos coffee.
Getting Around
We are located right at Broadwater Parklands light rail station. Light rail from Broadbeach South interchange via Surfers Paradise, Broadwater Parklands then through to Griffith University, Gold Coast University Hospital to Brisbane rail connection at Helensvale station. Frequency Monday to Friday 5am to midnight; Weekends 24 hours. For cheaper fares purchase a GoCard available all stations.
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Broadwater Parklands station
We are located right at Broadwater Parklands light rail station. Light rail from Broadbeach South interchange via Surfers Paradise, Broadwater Parklands then through to Griffith University, Gold Coast University Hospital to Brisbane rail connection at Helensvale station. Frequency Monday to Friday 5am to midnight; Weekends 24 hours. For cheaper fares purchase a GoCard available all stations.
Uber operates in Gold Coast and Brisbane regions with waiting areas at both airports
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Uber Greenlight
252 Montague RdUber operates in Gold Coast and Brisbane regions with waiting areas at both airports
Select Transport Options on website for detailed transfer information including airport bus 777 which connects direct to light rail at Broadbeach South interchange. There is an Uber waiting area at Gold Coast airport.
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Gold Coast Airport
Eastern AvenueSelect Transport Options on website for detailed transfer information including airport bus 777 which connects direct to light rail at Broadbeach South interchange. There is an Uber waiting area at Gold Coast airport.
Select Transport Options for detailed information about public and private transfer options. Catch Air train from Brisbane airport to Helensvale station then change to light rail platform and catch light rail direct to Broadwater Parklands station.
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Brisbane Airport
Airport DriveSelect Transport Options for detailed information about public and private transfer options. Catch Air train from Brisbane airport to Helensvale station then change to light rail platform and catch light rail direct to Broadwater Parklands station.
Select Transport Options for detailed information about public and private transfer options. Catch Air train from Brisbane airport to Helensvale station then change to light rail platform and catch light rail direct to Broadwater Parklands station.
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Domestic Airport Station
1 Alpinia DrSelect Transport Options for detailed information about public and private transfer options. Catch Air train from Brisbane airport to Helensvale station then change to light rail platform and catch light rail direct to Broadwater Parklands station.
Essentials
Take Light Rail tram from Broadwater Parklands Station 20 mins direct to main entrance Gold Coast University Hospital
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Gold Coast University Hospital station
Take Light Rail tram from Broadwater Parklands Station 20 mins direct to main entrance Gold Coast University Hospital
Take light rail from Broadwater Parklands Station 15 mins direct to Griffith University campus.
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Griffith University Gold Coast Campus
1 Parklands DrTake light rail from Broadwater Parklands Station 15 mins direct to Griffith University campus.
Australia Fair Shopping Centre
42 Marine ParadeMedical Centre hours Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday 9am to 2pmMedical Centre. Chemist/Pharmacy opens Monday to Friday 8.30am to 7.30pm, Saturday 9am to 5pm, Sunday 9am to 3pm
Sundale Medical
2 Como Cres Medical Centre hours Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday 9am to 2pmMedical Centre. Chemist/Pharmacy opens Monday to Friday 8.30am to 7.30pm, Saturday 9am to 5pm, Sunday 9am to 3pm
Entertainment & Activities
Cycling pathways along the Broadwater; safe patrolled swimming areas; uncrowded beaches along Broadwater edge; AquaSplash inflatable water park; food truck events see Broadwater Parklands events calendar;
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Broadwater Parklands station
Cycling pathways along the Broadwater; safe patrolled swimming areas; uncrowded beaches along Broadwater edge; AquaSplash inflatable water park; food truck events see Broadwater Parklands events calendar;
Sea World
Seaworld DrAquatic Theme Park at Main Beach
Wet 'n' Wild station
Water slide theme park
Movie World station
Event Cinemas Pacific Fair
1571 Hooker Boulevardincluding Gold Class
Event Cinemas Australia Fair Cinemas
42 Marine Paradeincluding Gold Class
Commonwealth Games venue for swimming events, walking distance.
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Gold Coast Aquatic Centre
Marine ParadeCommonwealth Games venue for swimming events, walking distance.
Popular Inflatables Water Theme Park at Broadwater parklands
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AquaSplash Inflatable Water Park
Hornibrook EsplanadePopular Inflatables Water Theme Park at Broadwater parklands
Bike Hire Gold Coast- Beach Bikes
28 Cronin AveJet Ski Safaris
60 Seaworld DrJetpack & Flyboard Adventures Gold Coast
Seaworld DriveAustralian Kayaking Adventures
15 River DrParks & Nature
Springbrook-Nationalpark
Old School RoadHiking trails; stunning views; waterfalls
Hiking trails; stunning views; waterfalls; native bird life.
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Lamington National Park
Hiking trails; stunning views; waterfalls; native bird life.
Currumbin Felsbecken
Currumbin Creek RoadHiking trail; waterfall; great views
Bush walking trails; waterfalls; cafes and restaurants; antique shops; art galleries; wineries.
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Tamborine Mountain
Bush walking trails; waterfalls; cafes and restaurants; antique shops; art galleries; wineries.
Tours through glow-worm caves, winery, restaurant. Highly recommended
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Cedar Creek Estate Vineyard & Winery
104 Hartley RdTours through glow-worm caves, winery, restaurant. Highly recommended
Food Scene
Cafes & Restaurants; Gourmet Deli; Bakery; Food Hall; fresh seafood; great sushi; boutique wine store; outlet clothing store; Kathmandu store, Freedom furniture; Chemist Warehouse. 10 mins walk.
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Brickworks Ferry Rd
107 Ferry RdCafes & Restaurants; Gourmet Deli; Bakery; Food Hall; fresh seafood; great sushi; boutique wine store; outlet clothing store; Kathmandu store, Freedom furniture; Chemist Warehouse. 10 mins walk.
Waterfront shopping centre with variety of cafes, bars, restaurants open until late 7 days and shopping. Organic farmers' markets every Saturday morning.
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Marina Mirage station
Waterfront shopping centre with variety of cafes, bars, restaurants open until late 7 days and shopping. Organic farmers' markets every Saturday morning.
Charming French cafe/licensed casual restaurant with outdoor tables under beautiful Poinciana tree. Great coffee and amazing French omelette breakfast, happy hour afternoon drinks. Opens early 7 days. 10 mins walk.
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Le Jardin Cafe Restaurant
13 Tedder AveCharming French cafe/licensed casual restaurant with outdoor tables under beautiful Poinciana tree. Great coffee and amazing French omelette breakfast, happy hour afternoon drinks. Opens early 7 days. 10 mins walk.
Great views overlooking from surf club casual dining restaurant, pub priced drinks. Breakfast, lunch and dinner menu.
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Southport Surf Life Saving Club
MacArthur ParadeGreat views overlooking from surf club casual dining restaurant, pub priced drinks. Breakfast, lunch and dinner menu.
Iconic waterfront seafood restaurant, at Marina Mirage - walking distance
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Omeros Brothers Seafood Restaurant
74 Seaworld DrIconic waterfront seafood restaurant, at Marina Mirage - walking distance
Great modern Mexican restaurant and tapas bar Bon Bon. Make sure you make a reservation for busy times. Located at mermaid Beach 10 mins walk south of Broadbeach South light rail station.
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Bonita Bonita
2460 Gold Coast HwyGreat modern Mexican restaurant and tapas bar Bon Bon. Make sure you make a reservation for busy times. Located at mermaid Beach 10 mins walk south of Broadbeach South light rail station.
Little Truffle
2444 Gold Coast HwyFrench dining for serious foodies. Reservation recommended.
Popular local Japanese restaurant very reasonably priced. Open to 9pm. BYO
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JFX Southport
56 Scarborough StPopular local Japanese restaurant very reasonably priced. Open to 9pm. BYO
Popular local Thai restaurant very reasonably priced. Hours 11am to 9pm Monday to Saturday. BYO
Absolute Thai Homemade
56 Scarborough StPopular local Thai restaurant very reasonably priced. Hours 11am to 9pm Monday to Saturday. BYO
Recommend their pizza, pasta and fish and chips. Very popular local pizza and pasta. Located 3 mins walk - opposite Broadwater Parklands tram station. Open 5pm to 10pm.
Roma Pizzeria & Coffee Bar
1 Como CresRecommend their pizza, pasta and fish and chips. Very popular local pizza and pasta. Located 3 mins walk - opposite Broadwater Parklands tram station. Open 5pm to 10pm.
Very good fresh local seafood take away or eat at outside tables. Walking distance.
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Peters Fish Market
130 Seaworld DrVery good fresh local seafood take away or eat at outside tables. Walking distance.
N3 Tapas Bar
74 Seaworld DrPopular tapas bar at Marina Mirage. Great food, walking distance.