Getting Around

Get around the Gold Coast with Hopo, Gold Coast's only hop on hop off sightseeing cruise service. With stops at 5 iconic destinations including Surfers Paradise, Home of the Arts (HOTA), Marina Mirage, Broadwater Parklands & Sea World. It’s the best way to see the Gold Coast. Cruise tickets hop on hop off day pass, ferry tickets and sightseeing cruises.

See the best the coast has to offer with TransLink. TransLink’s bus network can connect you to places all over the Gold Coast, including the airport, beaches and theme parks. Use the Translink journey planner, timetables and MyTransLink app to help you reach your destination.

Order a taxi at reception using our easy ‘one touch button’ or hail a cab when you are out and about through Gold Coast Cabs or Regent Taxis. Uber is readily available throughout the Gold Coast and the app will
connect you to a reliable ride in minutes. Your driver knows exactly where to go, and payment is completely cashless.

With the Surfers Paradise North station located 300 metres from Paradise Resort, the light rail starts from Helensvale to Southport to Surfers Paradise and down to Broadbeach. The light rail is a great mode of transport to help you see all the Gold Coast has to offer.

Want to explore the Gold Coast and take in the sights at your own pace? Rent a car and tour the Gold Coast using the most flexible transportation option. With major car rentals options such as Thrifty and Hertz available in Surfers Paradise your ride is only a call away.

Lime bike operates electric bikes within the Gold Coast. Simply download the Lime bike app on your smart device, find a nearby bike and scan its QR code. Pick up and ride bikes around the city and to the beach.

The team at Gold Coast City Council have curated a range of maps which include the location of accessible toilets, accessible car parking spaces, pathway gradients, key buildings and services and more to assist visitors to plan their stay and move around the city safely.