Updated November 21, 2024
What to do on the Gold Coast with toddlers
Are you planning a holiday on the Gold Coast with toddlers? Here are a few activities that they will love to experience! It’s never too early to start creating holiday memories #SayHelloToGoodTimes
Mayor’s Christmas Carols
Bring the kids to the Mayor’s Christmas Carols for an unforgettable festive experience! Held at the scenic HOTA Outdoor Stage, this year’s event is headlined by the talented Budjerah, with a lineup that includes Dami Im, the Hot Potato Band, and even a special Looney Tunes Christmas Show.
The festivities extend into HOTA Parklands, where families can enjoy free entertainment, big screens, and tasty food trucks. With carols, Santa, and a stunning fireworks finale, it’s the perfect way to start the holiday season together!
30TH NOV
HOTA, Surfers Paradise
Cooly Carols
The lovable Cooly Carols is returning oceanside at Queen Elizabeth Park. Sing along to your all-time favourite carols, enjoy a delicious assortment of food trucks, the big man in red will be flying in and we’ll finish the night with a sparkling fireworks finale!
8TH DEC
Queen Elizabeth Park, Coolangatta
Ripley’s Believe It Or Not!
Ripley’s Believe It Or Not! in Surfers Paradise is an exciting destination for toddlers on the Gold Coast. With interactive exhibits and mind-boggling oddities, it offers hands-on fun and educational experiences. From optical illusions to quirky displays, it’s a captivating adventure for the little ones.
Book with this link and save 20% on Combo tickets!
Cavill Mall, Surfers Paradise
Mountview Alpaca Farm
Mountview Alpaca Farm is the perfect destination for you and your little ones. They hand you an alpaca on a lead to take out into the vineyard grounds and get some cool selfies and alpaca cuddles. Their alpacas are so friendly and fluffy!
Have a picnic with the alpacas! Mountview Alpaca Farm has a few options for food and wine. All you need to do is bring your own picnic rugs and chairs. See their deals here.
Book now (Use code “HELLOGC” to save 10%).
O’Reillys’ Vineyard, 852 Lamington National Park Rd, Canungra
Q Super Centre
Q Super Centre is the perfect local shopping destination for busy mums on the Gold Coast! It’s dog-friendly and boasts 78 retailers, including supermarkets, Bunnings, Pet Barn, and 14 dining options!
Bring your toddler for an enchanting experience with the Mystical Fairy Doors. Hidden throughout the centre, these magical homes offer a fun scavenger hunt. Find all seven doors, scan the QR codes to learn about the fairies, and claim a prize at Centre Management. It’s a delightful adventure for kids, adding a touch of magic to your shopping trip! Download the fairy map.
Mermaid Waters
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Meet the animals from Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and watch the smile on your child’s face! Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is a must-do when you are on the Gold Coast with toddlers.
The little ones will especially love Blinky Bill’s Rookie Ranger Station show. It is a fun, interactive, fast-paced show that will have everyone singing, dancing, and meeting Blinky’s wildlife friends!
Book now (Redeem this coupon on arrival at main ticket entry for 10% OFF).
28 Tomewin St, Currumbin
Build-A-Bear Workshop
What exactly happens when you step into a Build-A-Bear Workshop store? You bounce, skip and giggle your way through the interactive bear-making stations, creating your very own personalised stuffed animal. With more than 30 furry friends to make and hundreds of outfits and accessories to choose each Build-A-Bear experience is a new one. Build-A–Bear workshop is a must-see when you are on the Gold Coast with toddlers.
Exclusive offer: Receive 10% OFF*
Shop 117, Soul Boardwalk, 4 The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise
Shop 344, Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, Broadbeach
iFLY Indoor Skydiving
Did you know that kids as young as 3 years old can learn how to fly at iFLY Indoor Skydiving? As they step into the wind tunnel they will be lifted into flight on a cushion of air. Of course, the trained instructors at iFLY will help them all the way to make sure they have a fun and safe experience! Book now (Use code “HGCONLINE” to save 20%).
Exclusive offer: 20% OFF all tickets
Surfers Paradise
Timezone
Timezone has re-opened the doors of Surfers Paradise with bigger and better attractions. Including glow-in-the-dark golf, a new laser tag arena, bumper cars, mini bowling, and over 200 games.
Located in Surfers Paradise, Robina Town Center, and Coolangatta
Theme Parks
The Gold Coast is known for its theme parks! Plus, they all have something fun for toddlers!
SEA WORLD
Experience a land filled with excitement, laughter and fun at Sea World’s Nickelodeon Land. Meet all your favourite characters including SpongeBob SquarePants, Dora the Explorer, PAW Patrol’s Chase and Marshall and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Jump aboard the Bikini Bottom Cross Town Express, go for a spin on Patrick’s Jellyfish Frenzy or fly into the afternoon for all the best shows and rides. Visit Nickelodeon Land on the Gold Coast, only at Sea World.
Check out the kids’ rides from Sea World
Seaworld Dr, Main Beach
MOVIE WORLD
You can’t visit a theme park without a ride on a carousel! Choose your favourite Looney Tunes character and make your way around this fun family ride.
Check out the kids’ rides from Movie World
Pacific Mwy, Oxenford
DREAMWORLD
Wiggly fun and for all ages! If you are a young family with toddlers Dreamworld is the place for you. Check out their fantastic array of rides designed specifically for the little ones to enjoy.
Check out kids’ rides from Dreamworld
Dreamworld Pkwy, Coomera
WET’N’WILD
Splash, slide and play into Wet’n’Wild Junior, a huge fun zone for all the little ones. Explore three precincts and enjoy a splashtacular day of fun! Is your mini a real thrill slider? Eight junior slides are waiting! The play structure, including the tipping water bucket, is the place to be for the little adventures who want to discover fun and fantasy. More in for the shallow pools? You can find them in the Splash Zone!
Check out kids’ rides from Wet’n’Wild
Pacific Mwy, Oxenford
WHITEWATER WORLD
Have a Wiggly-wonderful time in this haven made for parents and young children – away from the hustle and bustle of the other WhiteWater World slides and attractions. Complete with mini slides, interactive sprays, colourful water cannons and giant instruments – you can splash, play, and create your own Wiggly music all day.
Check out kids’ rides from WhiteWater World
1 Dreamworld Pkwy, Coomera
Southport Rockpools*
*free activity
The Rockpools at Southport are perfectly safe to bring your child and enjoy the water.
56 Marine Parade, Southport
Gold Coast Playgrounds*
*free activity
Pirate Treasure Island Playground
A large pirate ship, wrecked against a rocky outcrop, incorporates themed slides, spinners and rockers, with activities such as ‘walking the plank’, exploring for hidden treasure and musical play, all under the shade of a pirate ship sail. Dress the kids up in their favourite pirate outfit and get in the spirit.
945 Gold Coast Hwy, Palm Beach
For a full list of Gold Coast’s kids playground, click here!
Lorikeets Feeding at Currumbin*
*free activity
Every day at 8am and 4pm, you can enjoy the experience of feeding several wild lorikeets at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. These colourful birds are not shy of humans and like to eat right from your hands or take a rest on your head and shoulders. With no entry to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary required, this amazing experience is free to watch and a gold coin donation for feeding.
28 Tomewin St, Currumbin
