Southport

Southport, one of the Gold Coast main areas is located just north of Surfers Paradise. It makes for a great place to come and holiday because you are close to all the activities and attractions that the Gold Coast has to offer. You are right in the heart of all the hustle and bustle, so no matter what kind of holiday you are wanting you are sure to find it in Southport.

With a range of clubs, pubs, bars and restaurants to take your pick from, entertainment for day and night is right on your doorstep. Southport is in the heart of the clubbing action, making it a great place for a group of friends to come and enjoy themselves.

Southport also has an array of restaurants to choose from with cuisines from all over the world on offer, so whether you are looking for a great breakfast to start your day, a lunch that will have you completely satisfied or a dinner that will take your tastebuds on a holiday as well, you are sure to find the perfect meal to subdued your hunger pains. From fine dining, cafes and takeaway outlets there are a number of great properties scattered throughout Southport.

Attractions in Southport are fantastic, take a picnic to the beautiful parklands, take a relaxing walk along the boardwalks, or have a go at one of the many water sports to decide from. You can also go bungee jumping, skydiving, fishing, surfing, parasailing, hiking, abseiling and so much more.

Southport is also home to some of Queenslands best shopping precincts so bring your wallet and go exploring through the shopping arcades, boutiques and retail outlets that can be found everywhere. Southport is a shopper’s heaven, with so many choices to choose from including, designer clothes, jewellery, arts and crafts and more..... it can all be found in Southport. Australia Fair is the largest shopping centre with up to 230 stores to browse through, you can easily spend a whole day wandering through all of the amazing array of shops deciding on what you want to buy.

Looking for some time at the tracks, well the Parklands Showgrounds on Smith Street have regular greyhound racing for anyone that loves a little bit of a punt, so come along on a Wednesday afternoon or even on a Thursday afternoon when they hold the Harness racing to have a flutter.

Southport is also home to a range of accommodation styles; from backpacker hostels right through to you five star luxury accommodation. No matter what kind of holiday you are planning for your next getaway, whether you are travel on a budget or wanting to really splash out on yourself you can find it all in Southport, Gold Coast.

You can spend a day at the nearby theme parks on the Gold Coast and let the kids run wild with a range of rides and attractions to keep them occupied all day. Wet ‘n’ Wild, Sea World and Dreamworld are all within driving distance from Southport.

Southport includes the area of Broadwater, which is a huge area of calm water, walkways and parklands. Boating and fishing is easy and safe on the Broadwater and makes for a great day for anyone wanting to throw in a line or two. Southport also has a popular swimming enclosure ideal for visiting families to let the kids swim and play without having to worry about the little nasties that may be in the ocean.

So come and relax and completely enjoy yourself at this wonderful holiday destination and you will see why so many people return every year to enjoy the warm sunny weather, hospitality of the locals, excellent shopping, exquisite dining options and luxury accommodation.