For swimming
Most Gold Coast beaches are great for a dip but in general, the calmer swimming beaches are found at the southern end of the Gold Coast and across the border into NSW.
For families
A top Gold Coast family holiday involves a day out at a Gold Coast beach, with ample parking, public toilets, easy access to the beach, a patrolled swimming area, shade, a picnic spot and shops nearby.
Surfing
The Gold Coast has the best selection of surfing beaches in the world. If one is blown out, another is pumping. Whether you are a beginner or a pro, options are plentiful.
Uncrowded
With more than 70km of sand to choose from, finding a private patch of beach on the Gold, Tweed or northern NSW coastline isn't hard if you know where to look.
Still water
If waves aren't your thing, the Gold Coast has some of the most beautiful still water options in Australia including our stunning Broadwater and inland rock pools.