Nobby Beach
The lovely Nobby Beach on the Gold Coast with a 4.8 rating across 150 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Nobby Beach sits on the central Gold Coast, a much-loved beach and the namesake of the trendy Nobby Beach village. A strong 4.8 rating from 150 reviews reflects its standing as a genuine highlight.
The appeal is a beautiful, relaxed stretch of golden sand — lovely surf and calm waters, with the stylish Nobby Beach village and its cafes and bars close by, perfect for a swim, a surf, a stroll or simply relaxing by the sea. It's a lovely, less-crowded Gold Coast beach.
Beaches have changing conditions, tides and seasonal facilities, so check current details and swim carefully. Otherwise it's a free, family-friendly spot to enjoy whenever the weather's good — bring sun protection, water and your swimmers.
Practical details
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 87
- Popularity
- 66
- Information quality
- 0
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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