
Surfers Paradise Esplanade
The iconic beachfront esplanade in Surfers Paradise with a 4.9 rating across 105 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Surfers Paradise Esplanade is a beachfront recreation park at 60 The Esplanade, forming part of the Gold Coast Oceanway. Its wide walkways make it suited to an easy stroll, while the beach-facing setting provides a straightforward place to spend time outdoors in the centre of Surfers Paradise.
Facilities include picnic tables, toilets, drinking fountains, beach showers, a lookout, a fitness station and a walking track. The park is also listed with accessible facilities, with the City of Gold Coast directing visitors to its mobility maps for more detail about access and community services in the area. It suits families planning a picnic, solo walkers, visitors fitting in some exercise and anyone looking for a practical base beside Surfers Paradise beach. Dogs must be kept on a leash unless signage states otherwise, and they are not allowed in children's playground areas. Parking information is available through the City of Gold Coast.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- WednesdayToday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 00:00 – 23:59
Menu
View the latest menu directly from the venue.
Open menuSpot Score
- Reputation
- 88
- Popularity
- 61
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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Cafe Madeleine
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The Surfers Paradise Beach Cafe
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Sandbar Surfers Paradise
$$Enduring institution serving up traditional pub fare, wine & beer in a relaxed setting.
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