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Best things to do in Broadbeach

Gold Coast

Updated: Oct 28, 2024

Bounded by Mermaid Beach to the south and glitzy Surfers Paradise to the north, visitors flock to bustling Broadbeach to experience its unbeatable beaches, top-notch cafes, restaurants and bars, and soak up the relaxed seaside vibes. Planning a trip to the Gold Coast? Be sure to check out some spots from this list of the best things to do in Broadbeach.

Broadbeach is a vibrant recreational beach within an urban shopping hub

Broadbeach Beachside Market

Broadbeach Beachside Market (Art and Craft Markets)

Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of this beachside market featuring unique locally-made products

Kurrawa All Abilities Playground

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

Cascade Gardens Memorial Walk

Cascade Gardens Memorial Walk

Cascade Gardens features serene rainforest walks, including the the Kokoda Memorial Trail

House Down Under

House Down Under

Get ready to flip your world upside down at House Down Under on the Gold Coast

KŌST Bar & Grill

KŌST Bar & Grill Broadbeach

A glamorous beach pavilion style bar and restaurant at Broadbeach, encompassing the Gold Coast vibe

Ciccio's Pizza & Gelato

Outdoor table at Ciccio's Pizza & Gelato

Ciccio's Pizza & Gelato is a convivial artisan Italian pizza and gelato bar located in the heart of Broadbeach

Le Petit Chef Broadbeach Waters

Le Petit Chef is a flavour-filled French restaurant serving classic fine-dining French fare in Broadbeach Waters

Maggie Choo Broadbeach

Maggie Choo is a stunning cherry-blossom filled Asian Fusion restaurant, located along the iconic Surf Parade in Broadbeach

Nude Amigos Broadbeach

This Mexican-inspired restaurant is dishing up authentic cuisine, a lively atmosphere and one of the best Tequila collections on the Gold Coast

The Cuban Bar & Lounge

The Cuban Bar & Lounge Broadbeach

The Cuban Bar & Lounge is a cuban-inspired eatery and bar located in the exclusive Oracle Boulevard in Broadbeach

Smokehouse Meat & Co

Exterior, Smokehouse Meat & Co Broadbeach

Smokehouse Meat & Co is the ultimate meat lovers paradise, a smokin' hot flame grill restaurant and bar, located on the bustling Surf Parade in Broadbeach

Orzo Restaurant

Orzo Restaurant is a contemporary, coastal Italian restaurant spotlighting the freshest local produce, located in the heart of Broadbeach

GOYA Cafe Broadbeach

Be transported to a top notch Tokyo cafe on the Gold Coast at GOYA Cafe - no passport needed

Fig & Frankie's

Fig & Frankie's Broadbeach

Fig & Frankie's is a laneway tapas bar, dishing up coastal-inspired bites and curious cocktails in the heart of Broadbeach

Happy Endings Bar

Happy Endings Bar Broadbeach

Happy Endings is a funky Japanese-inspired hidden bar located in the heart of Broadbeach

Banksy Bar & Kitchen

Banksy Bar & Kitchen Broadbeach

Banksy Bar & Kitchen is a dog-friendly cafe dishing up a mouthwatering breakfast and lunch menu and top notch coffee in the heart of Broadbeach.

Elk Espresso Broadbeach

Industrial-chic cafe perched on the beachfront turning out innovative, seasonally-driven food

Koi Dining Broadbeach

Stylish open-plan space featuring diverse international dishes

The Loose Moose Tap and Grill House

Loose Moose Broadbeach

The Loose Moose is a hip, brick-lined bar featuring pub fare with a prohibition twist

Roosevelt Lounge

Roosevelt Lounge Broadbeach

A 1920s American-inspired bar for the mature, well-heeled crowd

Hideaway Kitchen & Bar

Hideaway Kitchen & Bar Broadbeach

Asian sharing plates & cocktails offered in a vibrant restaurant with a terrace & eclectic decor

Exterior shot, Costa Taco Broadbeach

Costa Taco is a much-loved Mexican-inspired eatery located on the corner of Armrick Avenue and Gold Coast Highway in Broadbeach

Nude Amigos Broadbeach

This Mexican-inspired restaurant is dishing up authentic cuisine, a lively atmosphere and one of the best Tequila collections on the Gold Coast

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Second Coming La Boite Theatre

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Fleay's Wedding Open Day

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