Must-See Tourist Attractions on the Gold Coast

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Must-See Tourist Attractions on the Gold Coast
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• The Gold Coast is a hub of exciting
  entertainment, sunny beaches, stunning wildlife
  and fun attractions. Basically, theres plenty to
  do and see here, which makes it one of
  Australias most popular holiday spots. However,
  some Gold Coast tourist attractions are simply
  more exciting than others. Below are four of the
  hottest tourist attractions in good ole Goldy.

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Soak Up Some Sun at the Beach

• Australias Gold Coast is famous for its
  beaches. In fact, Goldy has 57 kilometres of
  these beautiful, sandy attractions. Some of the
  most famous and attractive beaches include,
  Burleigh Heads, Currumbin, Broadbeach, Duranbah,
  Palm Beach, Kirra, Coolangatta, Nobby Beach,
  Surfers Paradise and Main Beach. Theyre a source
  of pride for Gold Coasters and a source of awe
  for tourists.

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• The beaches are clean, feature convenient
  walking trails along the coast line, are close to
  restaurants and cafés, offer barbecue and picnic
  areas, are home to interesting wildlife and have
  some of the best surfing spots on the planet.
  Theyre perhaps the greatest attractions on the
  Gold Coast and certainly the best spot to relax
  while on holiday.

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Take in the View atop the Q1 Building

• The Q1 Building in Surfers Paradise is the
  most iconic building on the Gold Coast. And, the
  most iconic part of Q1 is the SkyPoint
  Observation Deck on the 77th or top floor. The
  deck offers 360-degree views of the entire
  coastline, as well as views of Hinterland, the
  ocean and the Surfers Paradise skyline.

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• Not to mention, theres a restaurant/bar on
  the deck, so you can have dinner with an
  unbelievable view.
• If youre feeling a bit more adventurous, then
  you might try the SkyPoint Climb. On the climb,
  youll be strapped into a harness and given a
  different view of Surfers Paradise, going up and
  down the glass structure with a tour guide.

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Play with the Animals at Currumbin Wildlife
Sanctuary

• Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the
  oldest and most beloved attractions on the Gold
  Coast. It offers some of the most exotic wildlife
  in Australia and is a time capsule for indigenous
  culture and heritage. Not to mention, home of the
  best wildlife hospital in the country.

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• The sanctuary features open wildlife
  enclosures and interactive displays all in the
  middle of a rainforest lined with eucalyptus
  trees. Its family-friendly, and you and the
  family can take a trip around the park in a
  little train, go on a Segway Safari, learn about
  the native culture during the Aboriginal Dance
  Show, get a lesson from Dr. Doo-Lots, take the
  Treetop Challenge or simply play with the animals.

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• You can cuddle the koalas, hand feed the
  kangaroos, take a picture with the animals, watch
  the Birds Flight or Crocodile Behaviour Show or
  wave to the emus and wombats. Theres surely a
  wide array of Wildlife Shows Events to choose
  from at Currumbin.

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Do Some Whale Watching

• The Gold Coast is one of the best whale
  watching destinations in Australia. From May to
  November the whales make their yearly migratory
  trip and swim from the east in search of warmer
  waters. The Gold Coast happens to be the perfect
  spot, as the Coast sees 300 days of sun each
  year, and more than 10,000 whales pass through
  during the 5-month migration season.

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• A whale watching trip is simple you choose an
  operator, book a trip, then take a boat out to
  one of the watching locations, including the
  infamous Great Barrier Reef. Operators offer
  several trip packages and some even come with
  money-back guarantees in case you dont see any
  whales.