The Big Golf Ball
A fun Big Golf Ball landmark at Mermaid Beach on the Gold Coast with a 5-star rating across 5 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
The Big Golf Ball sits at Mermaid Beach, one of the Gold Coast's most-loved beachside suburbs. A flawless 5-star rating from 5 reviews speaks to a spot that has genuinely delighted its visitors.
The appeal is a fun, quirky bit of the great Aussie 'Big Things' tradition — the Big Golf Ball, a distinctive landmark for a photo, a smile and a moment of roadside fun while you're in the handy Mermaid Beach area. It's a lovely, free stop.
Landmarks and their surrounds change over time. Otherwise it's a free spot to enjoy any time you're in the area — bring your camera and mark the moment with a snap of the Big Golf Ball.
Practical details
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 62
- Popularity
- 24
- Information quality
- 0
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
- Few reviews available — score reflects limited evidence.
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