Top Rated Parks to Visit in Tweed Heads

"A short 5 kilometre drive north of Surfers Paradise brings you to the impressive Broadwater Parklands, a three kilometre stretch of parklands along the foreshore in Southport. If you know where the Australia Fair shopping centre is, this park is directly across the road. The main playground is spread out and offers plenty of equipment to keep kids going of all ages for hours, including the usual favourites like the jumping pillow, flying fox and an awesome seesaw."

"A picturesque park on the Southport waterfront, Broadwater Parklands offers a relaxed family day out with a whole host of ways to bask in the spring sun. Take a leisurely stroll through the park or hire a bike to zip along the pathways. The open park is ideal for throwing a frisbee or tossing a ball, with a popular playground in its centre that is sure to keep the kids busy for a few hours."

"The David Fleay Wildlife Park offers a relatively inexpensive way to get your kids interested in the care, conservation and welfare of the wildlife commonly found on the Gold Coast and further afield in Australia. As an education-focused heritage-listed park, it offers a quieter, more easily accessible alternative to some of the bigger parks in the area, especially if you’re pushing a pram. Click here for their website."

"You almost feel like you’re out in the wild yourself when you stroll through the natural habitats of this wildlife park with a difference. Their philosophy is that animals should be kept in similar conditions to their natural environment, so take your time spotting Queensland’s native animals as they roam around loving life in their naturalistic enclosures."

"Nestled in secluded bushland in the heart of Queensland's Gold Coast, David Fleay Wildlife Park is home to many native animals. Here, animals are displayed in ..."

"Located in the beautiful Currumbin Valley, Currumbin Rock Pools has everything you need for a great family day out. There is plenty of shade, ample picnic tables, and best of all, the rockpools!. Test your bravery and climb the rocks, but be careful not to jump into the water from too high!"

"The scenic view of rugged rocks, the calm pool of water and the beautiful forest all add together to make Currumbin Rock Pools an idyllic location for your family and friends. Located just a short 15 minutes drive from..."

"Currumbin Rock Pools are a 15-minute drive from Currumbin Beach. The drive is beautiful. Currumbin Creek Road follows the creek inland through the lovely Currumbin Valley."

"by Anastasia | Jan 3, 2018 | Playgrounds + Parks, Top 10 Playgrounds. The All Abilities Playground at Kurruwa in Broadbeach is one of our city's best playgrounds for all ages. It is fully enclosed and filled with excellent play equipment including two giant slides, climbing nets, flying fox, giant web swing, submarine, water and sand..."

"Broadbeach is home to one of the Gold Coast’s most unique playgrounds. Kurrawa focuses on catering towards children of all abilities, designed in tandem with Disability Services Queensland. Everything is bright and interactive, purposefully built to stimulate the minds’ of all children, no matter their age or ability."

"Kurrawa All Abilities Playground is an epic beachside kids park with guaranteed hours of fun for all ages and abili"

"Distance: 54km Hike time: 3-5 daysThis one’s the big daddy of them all – that’s why they call it the Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk. Lace up your hiking boots on and prepare your leg muscles for a challenge. You’ll embark on a 54km hike along the rim of an ancient volcano through the most extensive areas of sub-tropical rainforest left on Planet Earth (and as biology buffs will tell you, what little is left of Australia’s remaining Antarctic beech cool temperate rainforest too)."

"Energy-boosting nibbles and plenty of water.Sunscreen and a hat.Bandaids and basic first-aid supplies.Camera or GoPro to capture your adventure.Swimsuits if there is a spot to take a dip.Raincoat or waterproof jacket, just in case.Mobile phone (although you might be out of range in many places). Disclosure: The writer loves visiting the Gold Coast’s National Parks, especially in winter when it’s too cold to go swimming. Looking for some Gold Coast accommodation?"

"The Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk is a great tourist attraction for bushwalkers to the Gold Coast Hinterland. This area is famous for challenging hiking activities, bird watching and wildlife observation."

"DJ Smith Memorial Park in Canungra has lots to offer kids ready for adventure play in a natural setting. This awesome Canungra playground is set back from the main road on Kidston Street. If you know Canungra well, you'll find it opposite The Outpost Cafe, and..."

"Local neighbourhood park with a playground, bmx track, basketball court, barbecue facilities and dog agility equipment. Tagged as : , Parks & gardens"

"There’s less actual playground equipment here at Justins Park than the two previous mentioned, but from a Daddy perspective this is my favourite park purely becasue of where it is. Burleigh Heads is such a great family friendly town and this park is in the heart of everything. You’ve got the basic equipment like swings, slides, and monkey bars, plus plenty of BBQ and picnic facilities, but the kicker is your smack back overlooking beautiful Burleigh Beach with views all the way to Surfers Paradise."

"At the southern-most end of the Gold Coast in Coolangatta, is Point Danger headland. Famous among locals for its uninterrupted views and unconventional lighthouse, this spot has to be one of the best on the Goldie. Recognising Aussie history with the Centaur Memorial and Walk of Remembrance, this site holds a sentiment most headlands don’t."

"Drive to the southern end of the coast and you’ll find Point Danger. This spot offers up some really gorgeous views of the coastline and, best of all, there’s a nice grassy spot on the hill to sit and watch. I love visiting this place for great photos of the green and blue contrast, with the waves rolling in behind it all."

"Rainbow Bay Beach is popular among families and holiday seekers visiting the Gold coast beaches. It was earlier known as the Sharks Bay and is situated at the north of Point Danger. The name was given by John Rous who surveyed this area on HMS Rainbow and found this bay."

"Springbrook National Park is great for nature lovers with terrific walking trails and a string of spectacular lookouts, each one making it feel like you’ve reached the world’s edge. The highest lookout on the plateau, ‘Best of All Lookout’, lives up to its name with impressive views to Mount Warning and the valleys below. A short drive down the road you’ll find the Goomoolahra Picnic Area, an ideal spot for a barbecue lunch accompanied by the sound of tumbling water."

"This Park is a protected national park in Australia and is located in Queensland. You can surely select this park for Gold Coast national parks camping. This park is popular for breathtaking natural beauty, awesome waterfalls, and intense rainforest."

"Cbus Super Stadium is the home ground for the Gold Coast’s very own rugby league team, the Titans. It is also the ideal destination for a family day out. Grab a hot pie and a cold drink before settling into your grand-stand seats."

"This resort on the isle's northwestern side has waterside rooms on stilts, eco-cabins set in bushland, a private marina and a lap pool. There are plenty of family-friendly activities on offer, including SUP board..."

"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."

"As a relatively small city when compared with its global reputation, the Gold Coast is rather lacking in pure cultural experiences such as museums, exhibitions and art galleries, all of which typically make for great things to do on rainy days. Your best bet on the Gold Coast, if you're after a dose of culture, is the Gold Coast Arts Centre and the small yet modern Art Gallery. Located on Bundall Road in Southport along the banks of the Nerang River, the Gold Coast Arts Centre is an easily identifiable building with a unique design."

"Over 100 specialty stores offering choices in gifts, homewares, fashion plus the added convenience of a Woolworths supermarket. There is also a range of cosmopolitan restaurants and cafes for every day or night of the week. The Oasis Shopping Centre also offers a host of handy services including Australia Post, Commonwealth Bank, a dry cleaner plus several hair, health and beauty salons."

"Located on Paradise Island, Korean BBQ Buffet Gold Coast keeps hunger at bay with a panoply of items like grilled meats, seasonal salads, chicken wings and pasta dishes. Particularly large appetites can be sated with an all-you-can-eat banquet. The meal can be complemented with a drink such as a glass of wine or beer."

"Located on Paradise Island, Korean BBQ Buffet Gold Coast keeps hunger at bay with a panoply of items like grilled meats, seasonal salads, chicken wings and pasta dishes. Particularly large appetites can be sated with an all-you-can-eat banquet. The meal can be complemented with a drink such as a glass of wine or beer."

"The Gold Coast Casino buffet comes in the form of the Harvest Buffet in the Star Casino, serving a wide variety for families to indulge in. This buffet serves up pizza, curry, pasta, soup, mussels, sushi, crab, roasted meats, prawns, oysters, salad, and dessert featuring a chocolate fountain. Prices for adults and children for the Gold Coast buffet dinner are $52.90 and $28.90, respectively, from Monday to Thursday, while kids under 4 eat free."

"The classic buffet, Food Fantasy will spoil you for choice with over 80 dishes from all around the world on offer. Kids under 5 eat for free!. Location: Casino Level, adjacent to main entrance"