Surfers Paradise is a popular spot for families with its perfect patrolled swimming beach and street theatre. Surfers is also a major centre for nightlife on the Gold Coast with a number of nightclubs, bars and themed venues along Orchid Avenue providing entertainment into the early hours of the morning.
Surfers Paradise's beachfront has a range of Australian, Asian, European, and fusion restaurants and cafes serving locals and visitors with excellent wining and dining experiences.
Surfers is also a popular shopping providing shoppers with the choice of large and modern shopping malls, boutique stores, and weekly beachfront lantern night markets all situated within easy reach. Shopping centres situated in Surfers include The Paradise Centre, the Chevron Renaissance and The Dolphin Centre. There are also some great art galleries, a range of major duty-free stores and souvenir outlets. Beachside shopping, dining, bars and clubs continually offer the complete holiday experience all in one compact destination package.