Best Arts and Culture Places in Surfers Paradise

"The Gallery at HOTA - Home Of The Arts (formerly The Arts Centre) is one of Australia’s most prominent public regional galleries. Each year, the Gallery presents a diverse and dynamic program of exhibitions and events, including local, national and international exhibitions that are generated by the Gallery or displayed as part of a touring schedule. The Gallery also houses the renowned City Collection of contemporary and historical artworks documenting the character of the Gold Coast as well as the development of Australian art practice."

"HOTA – Home of the Arts is an arts center located on the banks of the Nerang River on the Gold Coast. It was formerly known as The Arts Centre Gold Coast and Gold Coast Arts Centre. It has an open-air stage, a Panorama Suite, a Showroom, an auditorium, cinemas, an art gallery … The outdoor stage is surrounded by parks and Lake Evandale and is covered by a 100-ton freestanding screen that protects artists from the sun and glare."

"Delve beyond the glitz and glamour of the Gold Coast and discover its world of culture, art and creativity. The Gold Coast Arts Centre is one of Australia's most prominent public regional galleries, h..."

"Specialising in contemporary Australian art and sculpture, this gallery represents top emerging Australian artists in addition to major investment works. Located at Marina Mirage, stop in to view the latest exhibitions and see what's new in the stockroom. Images courtesy Destination Gold Coast"

"Anthea Polson Art is a well-known art gallery located on Main Beach. The artists that you will meet here specialise in contemporary Australian art and sculpture. In fact, they represent the up-and-coming artists in the country."

"You can find this art gallery conveniently located in the buzzing Robina Town Centre. This is also the very first immersive trick-art gallery in Queensland. With an area of about 14,000 square meters, you will surely enjoy taking photos with jaw-dropping backdrops here."

"This a world of optical illusions that include a different exhibition that cover various topics. You will find murals of wild animals, scale rock crevasses, among other subjects. The gallery is divided into different segments with a different theme."

"ArtVo is one of the most mind-bending things to do with kids on the Gold Coast. This immersive art gallery is filled with hand-painted larger-than-life murals. Each one is an optical illusion."

"One of the most rapidly developing areas of art in Australia is that by Indigenous artists, and with the opening of the Desert Art Centre in Broadbeach in …"

"The Polish Place offers award-winning, self-contained chalets, set on the escarpment of Tamborine Mountain with 180 degree views facing towards The Great Dividing Range."

"One Arts Gold Coast is a must-visit art gallery in the city as well. This is a non-profit organisation that was developed for artists of all ages. Here, creative minds are invited and inspired to embrace their works of art and share it with the community."

"Gallery One is a contemporary fine art gallery located in the Brickworks in Southport. Representing collectable and well known award winning Australian artists, such as Craig Ruddy, David Bromley, Mel Brigg, Cynthia Breusch and numerous others, with a goal of showcasing the best of Australian art and supporting mid-career and established artists through an ever changing exhibition schedule and calendar. Open to the public Monday – Saturday, 9am-5pm, and Sundays 10.30a, to 4pm."

"You may recognise Bam Bam Bakehouse as the place where Margot Robbie and friends sipped Ink Gin cocktails and took a pastry-making masterclass for her hen’s party. With the focus on refined pastry techniques (but also serving a breakfast menu that dances the line between nasi goreng and karaage-stuffed croissants), Bam Bam is the Gold Coast equivalent of your favourite Parisian boulangerie. Pop in to buy one of the double-baked Snickers croissants, but be sure to time your arrival for 8am before they’re all but cleared out by 9am."

"Type: Bars Bistro/Cafe/Deli Restaurant and Cafe French Bakery/Patisserie. Zomato users recommend Coffee, Croissants, Croissant, Burgers, Sweet Potato Fries, Eclair and Hot Chocolate at Bam Bam Bakehouse. Most of the visitors also appreciated the Decor."

"Watch artisanal bakers at work through the windows at Bam Bam – part bakehouse, part cafe, all amazing. Sitting on the edge of a park, the breezy, buzzing cafe is filled with plants and in-the-know locals."

"At 5B2F Bakehouse, owner Moonsun Yoo makes everything from scratch: pies, sausage rolls, French pastries, croissants, cronuts, cakes – even marzipan!. 5B2F stands for the Biblical reference ‘five bread, two fish’ – so Easter doesn’t go unnoticed here. This year they have put a spin on the classic hot cross bun, made with buttery sticky bun with port wine marinated sultanas, currents, cranberries, apricot and orange peel."

"This vegetarian and vegan-friendly cafe in Miami is led by internationally known, classically trained chef Jared Peck. Doko Demo V is a Japanese-inspired restaurant, born from Peck’s interest in “East meets West fusion cuisine.”. Breakfast options include the pitaya bowl and waffles with raspberry compote; for lunch guests can enjoy dishes like “chicken” noodle soup” and Korean crispy “chicken” salads; dinner options include pasta and pizza dishes and 100 percent beef-free beef burgers."

"Positioned on popular foodie strip James St, Scoop offers a staggering 37 unique and refreshing flavours for locals and tourists to enjoy (we’re talking Ferrero Rocher, strawberries and cream, and musk just to name a few). Another locally owned and family-run business, it provides an appetising and irresistible option for dessert or really, for any time of the day (who are we kidding? We’re always screaming for ice cream!)."